IMG ACADEMIES IMG BOLLETTIERI TENNIS ACADEMY IMG LEADBETTER GOLF ACADEMY IMG SOCCER ACADEMY IMG BASEBALL ACADEMY IMG BASKETBALL ACADEMY IMG PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE THE PENDLETON SCHOOL COMING SOON IN 2010: IMG FOOTBALL ACADEMY IMG LACROSSE ACADEMY IMG SOFTBALL ACADEMY ADMISSIONS | FULL-TIME PROGRAM “Sports have the power to teach life lessons, promote individual growth and transform lives. Competition has the power to change the world, the power to inspire and the power to unite people.” WELCOME Thank you for your interest in IMG Academies, the world’s foremost authority in academic, athletic and personal development. At IMG Academies, student-athletes get a chance to live their passion and chase their dreams in a truly global environment that encourages leadership, fortitude and dedication. We celebrate our student-athlete’s frequent athletic accomplishments, but find greater pride in knowing that our student-athletes are growing as individuals, experiencing cultural diversity and developing into responsible young adults — all of which will help prepare them for their next step in life. Don’t compromise by choosing between elite academics and world- renowned athletics. Get the best of both worlds at IMG Academies. Sincerely, Carolina Murphy, Director of Admissions Sabra Pacheco, Director of Admissions IMG Academies The Pendleton School at IMG Academies Nick Bollettieri, Founder David Whelan, Director Tom Durkin, Director Ken Bolek, Director Mike Moreau, Director Chip Brooks, Director Trevor Moawad, Director IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy IMG Leadbetter Golf Academy IMG Soccer Academy IMG Baseball Academy IMG Basketball Academy IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy IMG Performance Institute TABLE OF CONTENTS IMG AcaDEMIES 5500 34th Street West Admissions Bradenton, Florida 34210 Admissions Process ...............................................................................................................................................02 t: 941.752.2600 t: 800.872.6425 Academics f: 941.752.2531 The Pendleton School ............................................................................................................................................03 e: [email protected] Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School ........................................................................................................................05 www.imgacademies.com University of Miami .................................................................................................................................................06 Academy Life Activities and Student Services .............................................................................................................................07 Athletics IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy ............................................................................................................................09 IMG Leadbetter Golf Academy ..............................................................................................................................11 IMG Soccer Academy .............................................................................................................................................13 IMG Baseball Academy ..........................................................................................................................................15 IMG Basketball Academy .......................................................................................................................................17 IMG Performance Institute ....................................................................................................................................19 IMG Football, IMG Lacrosse and IMG Softball Academies (COMING SOON) ..................................................23 Enrollment Enrollment details, living and dining options ......................................................................................................25 Campus Map ....................................................................................................................................27 _ IMG ACADEMIES | ADMISSIONS | ii HISTORY It started in 1978 with a passion and a dream. Legendary tennis coach Nick Bollettieri envisioned an academy that would allow dedicated athletes to focus on reaching their potential, while teaching them responsibility, leadership and determination. More than 30 years later, IMG Academies has blossomed into a multi-sport institution, with excellent on-campus education offerings and unmatched athletic programs for every age and ability level. From its start with a handful of the world’s best tennis players to today’s existence with approximately 12,000 junior, adult, collegiate and professional athletes from more than 80 countries annually training on campus, IMG Academies continues to have the same goal — help people become champions in sport and in life. ADMISSIONS Our commitment to each of our students is to provide an unparalleled Enrolling at IMG Academies can be environment intellectually, athletically and socially. We offer an atmosphere in which passionate student-athletes from more than 80 countries interact on a daily basis on a campus with a near-constant buzz of activity that an influential step in your journey includes energetic training, competition, fun and enlightenment. IMG Academy Admissions Acceptance to IMG Academies is based on through life. Attending IMG Academies personal characteristics and academic performance, in addition to past sport success and, most importantly, the commitment to self-improvement. is a commitment that will require effort, We urge you to apply early, as space is predetermined and limited. Items to consider in the admissions process: 1. Academic and course options (Choose a school and classes to take) self-discipline and dedication in order 2. Sport selection 3. Optional athletic program enhancements (Customize your program with extra performance disciplines) to make the most of your opportunity. 4. Boarding/housing options (Dorms or upgraded student housing) We also recommend that all prospective students conduct an in-person visit to the Academy that would include a week-long participation in your prospective sport, in order to get a true feel for the Academy. Selected This Admissions Book provides a Open House weekends are also available. glimpse of our students’ passion and How to apply Please carefully review all of the enclosed information, complete the application and recommendations in the back of the admissions book, and return via mail (5500 34th St. West, Bradenton, FL, 34210, Attn: takes you through the admission process. Admissions) or e-mail ([email protected]) or fax (941.752.2526). What comes next The admissions office will contact prospective students once all forms are received to schedule an interview. For more _ information, please call 941.752.2476. We wish you the best of luck in joining the distinguished list of alums from the world’s most prestigious academic and athletic training academy. IMG ACADEMIES | ADMISSIONS | 02 ACADEMICS (PRE K –12) The Pendleton School It’s not a coincidence that graduates in the Pendleton Class of 2009 » Partnerhip with the on-site University of Miami branch campus and received a combined $1 million-plus in scholarships for their freshman The State College of Florida for students looking to earn college credit at IMG Academies year. By holding student-athletes accountable and not sacrificing while attending Pendleton With experienced teachers, academics for athletics, or vice versa, Pendleton prepares its students » More than 100 Web-based courses for students whose sports competition for the rigor and challenge of a collegiate environment. schedule requires them to be off campus over 50% of challenging classes, creative the time. A dedicated online supervisor monitors online students coursework, low student- PENDLETON QUICK FactS » College counselors spend approximately 40 hours with each senior » Location in the heart of the IMG Academies allows for an ideal academic/ helping them select and apply to college through advisement that to-teacher ratios and an athletic schedule begins in the freshman year encouraging learning » Pre-K through 12th grade (co-ed and non-denominational) » Enhanced online communication program — “My Backpack” — connects environment, The Pendleton » Student enrollment: 400-plus, with approximately 300 in the Upper School parents, students, teachers and staff. Exam results, daily homework » Independent, college preparatory program completion and classroom behavior assessments are reported through School at IMG Academies » 98% of Pendleton’s graduates go to college, many earning substantial this program offers the ultimate academic and/or athletic scholarships. The other 2% of our graduates » All faculty members provide special sessions in the evenings to work with have historically become professional athletes. students who need extra help, want to get ahead with their assignments preparation for collegiate- » College-style A/B scheduling and class availability for 10 hours each day or like working after class with their teachers level academics. allowing maximum academic scheduling flexibility » 350-acre campus allows teachers to use the whole property as an » Accredited/Member of SACS, FCIS, FHSAA, Florida Kindergarten Council, open classroom _ NCAA, National Junior Honor Society and National Honor Society » Leadership Council, National Honor Society, Community Outreach » 13 languages spoken amongst