Where will I be living during my time in college?

Where will I be living during my time in college?

This is a question that a lot of our student-athletes are currently faced with, as they are in the process of registering for their dorm room or apartment for this coming school year. While every school handles housing slightly different and your housing situation might vary depending on your age and school year, there are some similarities that typically apply to all student athletes. First of all, it does most likely make a difference if you come in as a regular 18-year freshman, an older freshman, or if you are a transfer student. Most schools make it mandatory for new students to live in dorms on campus, especially if they are 18. Some universities might have apartments on campus for incoming freshman, but most of the time, it will be…
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Going to College vs Turning Pro, what should I do?

Going to College vs Turning Pro, what should I do?

This is the million dollar question that we get asked almost on a daily basis and as always, there is not only one right or wrong answer! Every case is different and while some athletes peak earlier than others, there are definitely some undeniable benefits of going to college. First of all, it gives you the security of having a college degree, in case the professional career does not work out. There have been numerous young athletes who were at the very top in their respective sport at age 15 or 16, but then were never able to breakthrough at the professional level. Secondly, in a lot of sports, past and current examples have shown that college can be the ideal preparation for a future professional career. College will not…
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