PLAYING THE GAME: A CLOSER LOOK AT THE RECRUITING PROCESS Missy Krempa Hobart and William Smith Colleges Assistant Field Hockey Coach Athletic Department Intern

FRESHMAN YEAR: SETTLE IN Adjust to Academics, Athletics, and Social Setting Develop a Strong Daily Routine Get Involved Attend a Camp/Clinic RECOGNIZE, BUT DON’T SPECIALIZE

SOPHOMORE YEAR: IDENTIFICATION AND INITIATION Athletic Potential Collegiate Ideals Academic and Extracurricular Choices Showcases/Club Teams Identify and Initiate Contact with Coaches

JUNIOR YEAR: TAKE ACTION Focus on Academics (AP’s) Take Standardized Tests: SAT, ACT, SAT II’s Play at the Highest Level Possible Camps/Showcases Contact Letter, Athletic Resume, Video, Transcript Identify Specific Collegiate Ideals Unofficial Visits in the Spring and Summer – Tour and Meeting with the Coach

IDENTIFYING COLLEGIATE IDEALS Location Academic (Selectivity, Programming) Type of Institution Size Athletics Social Scene FINANCIAL

SENIOR YEAR: FIND YOUR FIT Send Letters and Emails: Game Schedule Video Updated Transcript Athletic Resume Newspaper Article Take Official Visits – Be Selective! Admissions Interview and Tour (Athletic Facilities) Meet with Coach, Stay or Eat with Team Members Watch a Game or Practice Meet with Professor or Academic Advisor (Set on Major) Career Services or Study Abroad Office Keep a Notebook Ask Questions (See Handout) Stay In Contact – Be Open and Honest

SENIOR YEAR, Cont… Athletic Goals = Athletic Opportunity Identify Your Closest Fit, Reach, and Safety Schools Applications: Check Due Dates! Online Application, Early Decision I & II Regular Decision, Wait List FINANCIAL AID FORMS (Appeals) Work Hard Academically (No Senioritis!)

FINAL FOCUS POINTS Academics First, Athletics Second Be Adaptable Be Honest Early is Key Pay Attention to Detail Use your Resources Enjoy the Process