College Prep Program
College Bound Student Athletes Guide
Director of Coaching:
Ray Selvadurai
Theo Miller, Yale, MSC National Champion Jack Harrison, Wake Forest, MSC National Champion, HS All-American Gatorade National Boys Player of Year
Idrissa Bangura, Boston College Amara Sesay, Wheaton College MSC National Champion. MSC National Champion, HS All-American Evelyn Nicinski, Bucknell University, Regional All-American, Polish National Team, Pro, Hertha Berlin
Amaris Hemmings, Columbia University MSC River Plate, NYC HS Star Riverdale Country School
Kalijah Terrilli, UPENN Regional All-American, First Team All-Ivy League, United States U23 National Team Camp. MSC USYSA Region 1 Semifinalist and State Champion.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
• INTRODUCTION LETTER
• LET”S GET STARTED
• THE HIGH SCHOOL YEARS: STRATEGIZE AND PLAN
• CHECKLIST: HELPFUL TOOL TO ORGANIZE THE PROCESS
• THE NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE OR ELIGIBILITY CENTER
• DIFFERENCES BETWEEN DIVISION I, II, III COLLEGE SOCCER TEAMS
• NCAA SUMMARY OF RECRUITING RULES FOR COLLEGE SOCCER
• QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF THROUGH THE PROCESS
• GREAT SUPPLMENTAL INFORMATION: USYSA COLLEGE BOUNDRESOURCES
• COLLEGE SOCCER RECRUITING SERVICES
• MSC COLLEGE PREP PROGRAM
Catherine Nathans Jethro Dede West Connecticut State University St. Lawrence University Three-time All-American MSC National Champion, HS All-American Introduction Letter: Over the last decade, Manhattan Soccer Club has produced and placed numerous college soccer players at some of the most prestigious academic institutions in the country. Many have gone on to achieve major success as four-year players, team captains, All-Americans and NCAA National Champions. The process has been very easy for some players to be placed at the college soccer program of their choice. However, for the majority of our players, much work was put into the recruiting process by our club, families and the player themselves.
As the coaching leader of MSC, it was an important endeavor to create this guide for our players for this process.
While this guide can provide assistance, it is the PLAYER that must take the necessary steps to make sure the work associated with the process gets done. As Director of Coaching, I am here to help through our College Prep Program. In addition, the successful outcome of this process also depends upon the realistic evaluations of your academic and athletic abilities.
Please use the information provided here to help you further your pursuit of the ideal college soccer program.
I am available to begin discussions on the college recruiting process. Reach out!
Sincerely,
Ray Selvadurai Director of Coaching
CONSIDER THIS:
WWW.NCAA.ORG
There are 10,000,000 participants in high school athletics in America. 2% of these participants are contacted by a college coach. 3.5% of these participants actually participate in college sports (D‐I, II, or III). Less than half of 1% of athletes receives some form of aid. Most high schools never have a full scholarship (D-1)
Max Fikke- Amherst College Chelsea Davies- Williams College
All-American All-American
LET’S GET STARTED:
Each year thousands of student athletes market themselves to college coaches. Some are very successful, some are not. It's not a difficult process if you have a road map and the basic resources to give our student-athletes the best possible advantage.
The key to success is to start with a realistic plan. Working the plan as a combined Parent/ Student/Club entity by spending a consistent time and energy in the process could potentially lead to our players becoming “recruited” college soccer players.
MSC College Prep Program Question #1: Am I good enough to play college soccer?
Let's be realistic. It is not easy to play college soccer. You should be aware that most student- athletes cannot and will not play Division 1 sports. There are too many athletes and only so many Division 1 schools. However, the majority of colleges or universities that are not Division 1 schools have very competitive sports programs. Student athletes MUST meet some important conditions to get to the next level. You may be a “star” athlete at your high school or club, but you will need to know how you match up with other star athletes around the country.
First step: You will need to identify your realistic academic and athletic abilities and what division level student-athlete to target the right schools. Ask all of your coaches and others you know that will be honest and candid with you. The Director of Coaching and MSC College Prep Program can help you in this assessment.
You may find that the truth hurts, or perhaps you’ll be surprised to find that you have underestimated your abilities. You may waste your time if you focus your efforts on colleges with the wrong athletic division and academic requirements. You want to make sure you are targeting the right academic schools in the right athletic talent division.
Through my experience, to compete at the college level, coaches are looking for a student-athlete who:
1. Possesses the applicable soccer specific tools to be an impact player at their school.
2. Possess character, mental toughness and respect for family and teammates. MSC’s goal is to help ingrain this in our players for coaches to take notice!
MSC College Prep Program Question #2: What do College Coaches expect?
After being involved in the college recruiting process for over a decade, it is safe to say that a very small percentage of student athletes receive college opportunities, scholarships or incentive packages because the coach found the player on their own. Only the top elite athletes, the top 100 in the nation are automatically recruited without having to make an effort. The others have to take the initiative to contact the colleges and coaches where they have an interest. Most schools’ recruiting budgets are small, so coaches rely on you to contact them.
Facts:
1. College coaches are very busy and many do not have the time or budget to travel around the country to see every prospect compete. Phone calls, emails, cover letters, profile- resumes, stats, video and references become key tools for the coach in the recruiting and evaluating process. You might think that it’s too self-promoting to make the initial contact with a coach and to “market” yourself. However, this is the norm. If you don’t do it, other student athletes will get the opportunity, get noticed and get recruited because they have made the effort and received the attention.
2. Coaches expect you to prepare academically. College Coaches expect that you understand that preparation academically is of primary importance to the recruiting process. This means preparing in the classroom as much as on the field. Failure to take care of your academic standing often means failure to achieve athletic goals. As an example, since Division III institutions do not offer athletic scholarships, academic performance is just as valued as athletic performance in the recruiting process.
Understand this academic fact: Regardless of how talented your soccer abilities are, your grades will make the biggest difference in admissions and financial aid outcomes! Every college has academic scholarships or grant money that is awarded to student- athletes who demonstrate academic achievement. High academic achievement means you will be accepted into more colleges and have greater college choices.
3. College Coaches expect you to make the first contact with them. In most cases, if you’re not interested in their institution they will not force themselves upon you. Here are a few common sense rules of engagement college coaches would expect of you as compiled through conversations with my friends in college soccer coaching and our past experiences involving our MSC college soccer alumni:
1. Be an effective communicator. The student athlete (not the parents) should write or email the coach when appropriate. The student athlete should always call the coach back when they call you.
2. Attention to detail! Be sure to review your letters and/or e-mail messages and spell their name and their school’s name correctly J 3. Honesty is the policy. If you are interested in their program, great. Tell them. If not, say so. Don’t waste their time or yours.
4. Provide your student athlete contact information. Make sure to note when you are available. Share your cell phone number and e-mail address.
5. Complete applications and requests from coaches. Follow-up with transcripts, test scores and recommendations to the schools in which you have an interest. Get all the paperwork taken care of as early as possible.
6. Prepare your questions for college soccer coaches so when they call or when you visit you’re prepared, and have something to talk about. This shows that you are interested.
7. Do your homework. Know about the athletic program, the coach’s name, the division they’re in, their current record, any program history etc.
You have to be persistent, prepared, and polite to get noticed at any division. If nothing else, every coach wants players who can enhance their program. Character is a key component of integrity. Show your character!
College Prep Program Question #3: What can you expect from your Club Coach or Director of Coaching?
Your club coaches and the Director of Coaching are great resources for college coaches. They are valuable and powerful references that college coaches will want to talk to about your student athlete. They are an excellent source for a positive student athlete recommendation letter or phone call. Work hard to keep your relationship with the college coach a positive one.
It's your responsibility to market your talents, get your name in front of college coaches and control your own college career!
Rayah Seckler Barry University MSC Region 1 Semifinalist and State Champion
THE HIGH SCHOOL YEARS: STRATEGIZE AND PLAN
To become eventually a “recruited” college soccer player, you must evolve from a “prospect”. This evolution is where all the work as a student-athlete takes place. As our MSC players enter their high school years, it is important to have a game plan as early as freshman year to become a “recruit”. Here is the plan in terms of an academic and athletic checklist for the high school years as developed through my experiences with our various MSC college alumni over the last decade:
FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE YEAR PLAN:
• Establish a four‐year academic plan to meet all core course requirements. See NCAA requirements at www.ncaa.org.
• Take a strong academic course load.
• Maintain at least a 2.0 grade point average out of 4.0 in core courses.
• Talk with your Director of Coaching about other opportunities to increase your exposure in your sport.
• Attend summer camps that meet the following criteria:
-For exposure (select camps at colleges that you might want to attend).
-To improve skills.
-To compare your current skill with others
• Start to videotape games.
• Keep records of your athletic achievements, extracurricular activities, etc. Start creating a profile. SEE SAMPLE PROFILE in USYSA College Bound Section later in document.
• View college soccer team web sites. Most have a simple questionnaire you may fill out and email to the coach. Also view college soccer rosters to see number of athletes graduating, as well as potential trends in recruiting (area, high schools, leagues).
JUNIOR YEAR PLAN:
• Continue to take a strong academic course load.
• Make certain you are taking the required core academic courses.
• Register for and take the required standardized tests (i.e. SAT, ACT) in spring semester.
• Designate the NCAA to receive SAT & ACT scores when registering for test. NCAA‐ Code is #9999 on SAT & ACT registration form.
• Attend college nights and fairs and read literature sent to you by schools.
• Begin to visit college campuses.
• Develop a list of prospective schools with the help of counselors and Director of Coaching. Consideration should be given to academic achievement and athletic ability.
• Request college applications as early as possible, preferably the summer after your junior year.
• Develop an athletic resume and continue to update records and lists of athletic and extracurricular activities. SEE SAMPLE RESUME in USYSA College Bound Section later in document.
• Familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations governing recruiting, eligibility and financial aid.
• Meet with your Director of Coaching/Coach for a thorough evaluation of your athletic ability and, hopefully, you will receive a recommendation for an appropriate level of competition. Be realistic.
• Also, discuss with your coach his/her involvement in your recruitment process. Ask him/her to be proactive on your behalf by responding to questionnaires sent by recruiting coaches.
• Send a letter of introduction and email along with your athletic resume; to coaches of schools you are interested in attending. SEE SAMPLE INTRO LETTER in UYSA College Bound Section later in document.
• Continue to attend college soccer camps and ID clinics.
• Keep a file on each college/university that shows an interest in you. • Continue to videotape games. Send video (or preferably DVD) to prospective coaches at the end of the junior year.
• View college games to assess their level of play and compare it to your level.
SENIOR YEAR PLAN:
• Continue to work hard in your academic courses. Submit NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center form in the fall of your senior year.
• Take and/or retake the standardized tests as needed. Check with your counselor for national testing dates.
• Obtain college applications.
• Meet with your counselor to review application materials.
• Write a personal statement.
• Complete Financial Aid forms early – Profile form in the fall (only needed for select colleges), FAFSA as soon as possible, after January 1st (required for all colleges). www.fafsa.com
• Continue to visit the campuses of those schools in which you are interested. It is recommended that you either call or write for an appointment to meet with a coach, admissions officer, financial aid advisor and departmental chairperson.
• Apply to several colleges. Even if you are going to apply “early decision” to one college, there is never a guarantee of admittance.
• Continue to write, call or e‐mail coaches expressing interest in their school and athletic programs.
• Update your athletic resume.
• Be prompt in your response regarding college questionnaires or other similar requests.
MSC players must take the initiative and work on their own behalf. Please do not sit back and wait for someone to do it for you. Staying on top of all the information throughout the high school years makes it easier when the actual time comes to applying for college.
CHECKLIST: HELPFUL TOOL TO ORGANIZE THE PROCESS
NCAA CLEARING HOUSE OR ELIGIBILITY CENTER www.ncaa.org
NCAA Clearinghouse/ Eligibility Center: TO BE COMPLETED IN FALL OF SENIOR YEAR
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) governs three divisions of college athletics and requires that students interested in playing on either Division I or Division II teams file forms for certification of athletic eligibility. The form and the NCAA Guide for the College Bound Student‐Athlete, a publication that explains the rules and regulations that govern recruiting, eligibility, and financial aid, can be found at the NCAA website at www.ncaa.org. Students who want to participate in Division I or Division II sports should start the certification process by September of their senior year. The procedure is as follows:
• If you wish to participate in Division I or Division II sports, you must submit your SAT scores directly to the Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse code is 9999.
• You must fill out a “Domestic Student Release Form” (SRF) in September of your senior year. The form gives your high school and any other high school you may have attended, the authority to release your transcript, and eventually, proof of graduation. It also gives the Clearinghouse permission to release all academic and testing information to the colleges that request it. The preferred method of registering is online at: https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/student/index_student.html (Select Prospective Student‐Athletes and click on Domestic Student Release Form or Foreign Student Release Form) or by completing the student release form with which students must do the following:
• Fill out and make three copies. Mail one copy to NCAA Clearinghouse.
• Give two copies to Registrar who will, upon receipt, send it to NCAA Clearinghouse with transcript.
IT IS THE MSC PLAYER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLETE THIS FORM. YOU CANNOT MAKE OFFICIAL VISTS (financed by the college) TO A COLLEGE CAMPUS, TRY OUT OR PRACTICE WITH A COLLEGE TEAM UNTIL THIS PAPERWORK IS FILED WITH THE NCAA.
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN DIVISION I, II, III COLLEGE SOCCER TEAMS www.ncaa.org
There are many preconceived notions about Division I, II, III in regards to college soccer. Many feel that somehow that Division III is a lesser level of soccer and provide entry just about to any prospective student-athlete into the college game.
Though it is true that Division I schools do attract high-level soccer players, many of these same Division I players from MSC have also considered several Division III schools that fit their academic profile.
Example:
MSC in the Graduating Class of 2015 had a boy’s player that was a starting player for the United States U-14 and U-15 national teams. He helped lead MSC to an NPL National Championship as a senior. After his recruiting process was coming to an end, this player narrowed his college choices to Yale (Division I) and Amherst (Division III). In the end, this player chose Yale. However, Amherst being a Division III program also attracts the attention of a high profile player.
Conclusion: Division III schools are looking for Division I caliber players as well O recruit. Division III programs are in their category for several other reasons unrelated to the ability of the players.
Here are the key distinctions in Division I, II and III College Soccer Programs (ncaa.org):
Division 1: Division I member institutions have to sponsor at least seven sports for men and seven for women (or six for men and eight for women) with two team sports for each gender. Each playing season has to be represented by each gender, as well. There are contest and participant minimums for each sport, as well as scheduling criteria. For sports other than football and basketball, Division I schools must play 100% of the minimum number of contests against Division I opponents – anything over the minimum number of games has to be 50% Division I. Men’s and women’s basketball teams have to play all but two games against Division I teams. For men, they must play 1/3 of all their contests in the home arena. Schools that have football are classified as Division I-A or I-AA. Division I-A football schools are usually fairly elaborate programs. Division I-A teams have to meet minimum attendance requirements: • 17,000 people in attendance per home game
• 20,000 average of all football games in the last four years, or
• 30,000 permanent seats in their stadium and average 17,000 per home game, or
• 20,000 average of all football games in the last four years, or Be in a member conference in which at least six conference members sponsor football or more than half of football schools meet attendance criteria. Division I-AA teams do not need to meet minimum attendance requirements. Division I schools must meet minimum financial aid awards for their athletic program, and there are maximum financial aid awards for each sport that a Division I school cannot exceed.
• Division II Division II institutions have to sponsor at least four sports for men and four for women, with two team sports for each gender, and playing season represented by each gender. There are contest and participant minimums for each sport, as well as scheduling criteria – football and men’s and women’s basketball teams must play at least 50% of their games against Division II or Division I-A or Division I-AA opponents. For sports other than football or basketball there are no scheduling requirements. There are no attendance requirements for football, or arena game requirements for basketball. There are maximum financial aid awards for each sport that a Division II school must not exceed. Division II teams usually feature a number of local or in-state student athletes. Many Division II student- athletes pay for school through a combination of scholarship money, grants, student loans and employment earnings. Division II athletic programs are financed in the institution’s budget like other academic departments on campus. Traditional rivalries with regional institutions dominate schedules of many Division II athletic programs.
• Division III Division III institutions have to sponsor at least five sports for men and five for women, with two team sports for each gender. There are few contest and participant minimums for each sport. Division III athletics features student- athletes who receive no financial aid related to their athletic ability and athletic departments are staffed and funded like any other department in the university. Division III athletic departments place special importance on the impact of athletics on the participants rather than on the spectators. The student-athlete’s experience is of paramount concern. Division III athletics encourages participation by maximizing the number and variety of athletic opportunities available to students, placing primary emphasis on regional in-season and conference competition.
Daniel Sullivan Olivia Barnhill Tufts University Williams College MSC National Champion MSC Region 1 ODP NCAA National Champion NCAA SUMMARY OF RECRUITING RULES FOR COLLEGE SOCCER www.ncaa.org
To simplify the NCAA recruiting rules, I have assembled a checklist for each college soccer program division to help student-athletes understand the concept of “permissible contacts” between a “prospective” student-athlete and college soccer coach. For a more in-depth look into recruiting rules, please refer to aforementioned website.
Division I College Soccer Programs:
Sophomore Year:
Recruiting Materials: - You may receive brochures for camps and questionnaires.
Telephone calls/Emails/Texts: - You may make calls, texts, e-mails to a coach at your expense only. - College soccer coaching staff CANNOT call/email or text you.
Off Campus Contact: - None allowed.
Official Visit: - None allowed.
Unofficial Visit: - You may take an unlimited amount of visits at your expense.
Junior Year:
Recruiting Materials: -You may begin receiving September 1st of Junior Year.
Telephone calls/Emails/Texts: - You may make calls to the coach at your expense. - Coaches may contact you once per week starting July 1 after your junior year.
Off Campus Contact: - Allowed starting July 1 after your junior year.
Official Visit: -None allowed
Unofficial Visit: -You may take an unlimited amount of visits at your expense.
Senior Year:
Recruiting Materials: - Can receive regularly from college coaches.
Telephone calls/Emails/Texts: - You may make unlimited at your expense. - Coaches can make contact once per week.
Off Campus Contact: - Allowed.
Official Visit: - Permissible beginning opening day of class of senior year. - Players are limited to one official (paid by school) per college and up to a maximum of five (5) official visits for Division I and II colleges.
Evaluations and Contacts: - Up to seven times per during your senior year.
Unofficial Visit: -Unlimited at player’s own expense.
How often can a coach see me off the college campus? -No more than three time (3) during your senior year.
Division II and III College Soccer Programs: (applicable areas)
Sophomore Year:
Recruiting Materials: -You may receive brochures for camps and questionnaires.
Telephone calls/Emails/Texts: -You may make calls, texts, e-mails to a coach at your expense only. - College soccer coaching staff CANNOT call/email or text you.
Off Campus Contact: -None allowed.
Official Visit: -None allowed.
Unofficial Visit: -You may take an unlimited amount of visits at your expense.
Junior Year:
Recruiting Materials: - You may begin receiving September 1st of Junior Year.
Telephone calls/Emails/Texts: -You may make calls to the coach at your expense. - Coaches may contact you once per week starting July 1 after your junior year.
Off Campus Contact: - Allowed starting July 1 after your junior year.
Official Visit: - None allowed
Unofficial Visit: - You may take an unlimited amount of visits at your expense.
Senior Year:
Recruiting Materials:
Division II: Can receive printed materials September 1st of Junior Year of high school. Division III: You may receive printed materials anytime.
Telephone calls/Emails/Texts:
Division II: Unlimited to the coach at player’s expense. College coach can once per week beginning June 15th between junior and senior year. College coach can make only three (3) in person contacts off campus.
Division III: Unlimited made by college coach or by players at own expense.
Off Campus Contact:
Division II: College coach can make contact off campus starting June 15th after junior year and is limited to three (3) in person contacts.
Division III: A college coach may begin to have contact with you and parents/legal guardian after your junior year off campus.
Official Visit:
Division II: Can take official visits beginning the opening day of your senior year of high school. You can take one official visit per college.
Division III: Can take official visits starting the opening day of classes your senior year. You can take on official visit per college.
Unofficial Visit: Unlimited at player’s own expense for Division II and III colleges.
Ben Ginzberg Daniel O’Grady Bowdoin College Middlebury College MSC National Champion MSC National Champion PSAL Player of the Year, Beacon US U14 National Team
Questions to Ask Yourself and/or Coaches
Through my experience with MSC College bound soccer players, much information in the recruiting process can be gathered by asking the right questions. Remember, our players have learned that there really is not a “silly question” to ask a college coach. Choosing the right college to continue your journey as a student-athlete is very important. Gaining vital information to help from asking the proper line of questioning can really help in narrowing a college soccer program for you.
Here are is a broad of range of questions to think about:
Questions regarding the prospective college soccer program:
1. What positions will I play on your team? It is not always obvious. Most coaches want to be flexible, so you might not receive a definite answer.
2. What other players may be competing at the same position? The response could give you an idea of when you can expect to be a starter.
3. Will I be redshirted my first year? The school’s policy on redshirting may impact you both athletically and academically. Usually occurs at Division I and Division II schools. Extremely rare at Division III programs.
4. What expectations do you have for training and conditioning? This will reveal the institution’s commitment to training and conditioning program.
5. How would you best describe your coaching style? Every coach has a particular style that involves different motivational techniques and discipline. You need to know if a coach’s teaching style matches your learning style.
6. When does the head coach’s contract end? How long does the coach intend to stay? The answer could be helpful. Do not make any assumptions about how long a coach will be at a school. If the coach leaves, does this change your mind about the school/program? My advice would be to not factor in the coach in the process.
7. What are preferred, invited and uninvited walk‐on situations? How many do you expect to compete? How many earn a scholarship? Situations vary from school to school. Fact: walk-ons rarely make a college soccer team.
8. Who else are you recruiting for my position? Coaches may consider other student‐ athletes for every position.
9. Is medical insurance required for my participation? Is it provided by the college? You may be required to provide proof of insurance.
10. If I am seriously injured while competing, who is responsible for my medical expenses? Different colleges have different policies.
11. What happens if I want to transfer to another school? You may not transfer without the permission of your current school’s athletic administration. Ask how often coaches grant this privilege and ask for an example of a situation in which permission was not granted.
12. What other factors should I consider when choosing a college? Be realistic about your athletic ability and the type of athletic experience you would enjoy. Some student athletes want to be part of a particular athletics program, even if that means little or no playing time. Other considerations include coaching staff and style. Of course, the ideal is to choose a college or university that will provide you with both the educational and athletics opportunities you want.
Questions Regarding Academics:
1. How good is the department in my major? How many students are in the department? What credentials do faculty members hold? What are graduates of the program doing after school?
2. What percentage of players on scholarship graduate? The response will suggest the school’s commitment to academics. You might want to ask two follow‐up questions: 1) What percentage of incoming students eventually graduate? 2) What is the current team’s grade point average?
3. What academic support programs are available to student athletes? Look for a college that will help you become a better student.
4. If I have a diagnosed and documented disability, what kind of academic services are available? Special academic services may help you achieve your academic goals
5. How many credit hours should I take in season and out of season? It is important to determine how many credit hours are required for your degree and what pace you will follow to obtain that degree.
6. Are there restrictions in scheduling classes around practice? NCAA rules prevent you from missing class for practice.
7. Is summer school available? If I need to take summer school, will it be paid for by the college? You may need to take summer school to meet academic and/or graduation requirements.
Good Questions Regarding College Life:
1. What is a typical day for a student‐athlete? The answer will give you a good idea of how much time is spent in class, practice, study and travel. It also will give you a good indication of what coaches expect. 2. What are the residence halls like? The response should give you a hint of how comfortable you would be in your room, in study areas, in community bathrooms and at the laundry facilities. Also ask about the number of students in a room, co‐ed dorms and the rules governing life in the residence halls.
3. Must student‐athletes live on campus? If “yes,” ask about exceptions.
Andrew Germansky Shameka Gordon
Middlebury College University of West Florida
All-American All-American, NCAA Finalist
NCAA National Champion NCAA National Player of the Year
Jamaican Women’s National Team
Professional, Icelandic First Division
GREAT SUPPLMENTAL INFORMATION: USYSA COLLEGE BOUND RESOURCES http://www.usyouthsoccer.org/players/College_Bound_Resources/
The United States Youth Soccer Association has an excellent resource link that is comprehensive to add on to our guidelines. There are great examples of soccer resumes, soccer cover letters, videos and NCAA rules and guidelines sources in a one-stop shop.
Use this link as a great added and organized resource to dig deeper into the process.
COLLEGE SOCCER RECRUITING SERVICES:
Each year, several college recruiting services reach out seeking your business. Through my experience with MSC college alums, recruiting services will not help you if you are not good enough to play in college. If you follow the advice of this guide and enroll in the MSC College Prep Program you may be able get the attention of a college. However, there are no guarantees! That being said, following the steps in this guide with the help of our program can do for you what many expensive recruiting services offer.
Sophia Kligler Gabriel Wirz
Middlebury College Amherst College
NCAA National Semifinalist All-American
MSC College Prep Program
Starting this 2015-2016 season, The Manhattan Soccer Club College Prep Program has been designed to assist the needs of our aspiring collegiate level soccer players and to provide specifically developed guidance, information and resources that will enable each MSC player to maximize their opportunity to play college soccer, and to receive the maximum opportunity to qualify for admission, scholarship or financial aid.
The program will include the guidance of Director of Coaching Ray Selvadurai and our many of our MSC staff coaches that have had great success in placing our players in high profile NCAA Division I, II, III, NAIA and NJCAA men's and women's college teams. The program will take a step-by-step process with MSC players in giving them "action plans" to follow along in conjunction with group seminars. Individual meetings will be set up with each grade to review the action plans for the particular year and to make sure each and every player is on course. Additionally, meetings can be set up to ensure that individual needs are being met and to assist in the process of finding the correct college/university, both academically and athletically.
To have a chance to play college soccer, it takes an active player, family and CLUB.
If you are interested in participating in the MSC College Prep Program, please fill out the following survey and email Director of Coaching Ray Selvadurai to begin the college recruiting process highlighted in this guide.
Byron Walker, George Washington Alexa Yurick, Bowdoin College
National Top 100 player Dalton School
Current MSC Staff Coach