So what's it like being a college athlete? The NCAA went straight to the source, and surveyed NCAA student-athletes on that topic in a 2025 survey about the college student-athlete experience. Topics like hours spend on your sport, what it's like in season vs out of season and what activities take up their time were all included. Scroll through and learn more about how student-athletes answered, broken down by division level.

This or that...The best ways to catch a college coach's attention With SO many options to get in front of college coaches, which is the best? Recruiting Coach, Pat O'Malley takes a look at many of the options and gives his vote for what he thinks is the best way to catch a coach's attention. To get started on your NCSA profile, check out our link in bio!

Is NCSA a scam? We've heard the phrase before, and recruiting expert John Ludlam is here to bust that myth! Learn about why that's not the case and how NCSA helps student-athletes and families. To get started on YOUR profile, head here: bit.ly/4AniJuN

August marked the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Swimming and Diving ! As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Scroll through to see the calendars!

Recently, the NCAA changed both the Division 1 and Division 2 eligibility rules, so what did that change look like? Learn a bit more about that change! The new age-based eligibility rules establish a simpler, single five-year eligibility period tied to age and college enrollment and removes a lot of the questions around waivers, redshirts and more. NCSA’s recruiting experts work with student-athletes and families to navigate NCAA rules, understand eligibility requirements, and build recruiting plans that align with each athlete’s academic and athletic goals. As college sports continue to evolve, having expert guidance can help athletes stay informed, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize their opportunities to compete at the next level. Learn more about NCSA and create a free profile to get started today: ncsasports.org/who-is-ncsa/w…

August marked the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Women's Lacrosse! As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the calendars!

August marked the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Men's Wrestling! As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the calendars!

August marked the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Men's Lacrosse! As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the calendars!

August means the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Softball! As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the calendars in the post!

August means the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Women's Golf. As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out this year's calendar!

August means the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Men's Golf. As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out this year's calendar!

I’m so excited and grateful to announce my commitment to play Division I soccer at the University of South Florida!! I want to thank my coaches Scott, Luizinho, Matt, Omar, Mark, Miguel Angel, Alex, and Jordan for always believing in me, pushing me, and helping me grow both on and off the field. Thank you to Coach Chris, Coach Ashley, Coach Steve, Coach Jennifer, and the rest of the USF coaching staff for believing in me and giving me this incredible opportunity. A special thank you to my dad, mom, and sister for every sacrifice, long drive, early morning, and for always supporting me throughout this journey. To my family, friends, and teammates thank you for always encouraging me, supporting me, and believing in me every step of the way. Thank you NCSA, OPSM, Triumph Foundation, and Athletes USA Latam that have advised me in the process. I’m beyond grateful for everyone who has helped me get here and I can’t wait to start this next chapter. GO BULLS🤘@USFWSOC @ECNLgirls @Albirroja @ImYouthSoccer @TheSoccerWire @TopDrawerSoccer @PrepSoccer @RemarkablesFC @JamieNCSA @ncsa @NCAASoccer @opsmpro

For student-athletes interested in playing college sports, an athletic resume is one of the most important recruiting tools you can create. Coaches often review resumes alongside highlight videos, transcripts and recruiting profiles to quickly evaluate potential recruits. Whether you are just getting started or updating your current materials, this guide explains how to build an athletic resume that is clear, organized and useful for college recruiting. ncsasports.org/blog/how-to-b…

August means the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Women's Soccer. As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the dates!

Even though Tony Overpeck had been through the process himself when he played, he quickly found how much the process had changed when his sons Anthony and David began the process. That's where the Overpeck family turned to NCSA. From tools to evaluate colleges to their own personal recruiting coach, Anthony and David eventually find the right fit at the NAIA level. Learn more about their journey and how NCSA was able to help them through the process!

August means the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Men's Soccer. As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the dates!

August means the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Track & Field and Cross Country. As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the 2026-27 dates!

August means the turn of the NCAA calendar, and with that is new recruiting rules and dates. Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the new NCAA recruiting calendars for the 2026-27 calendar. Here is Division 1 Women's Basketball As a reminder, the recruiting calendars dictate when and how a college coach can interact with recruits, so it's important to understand what type of communication is allowed. Check out the calendars!