STEP 5

We focus on how to be proactive in promoting yourself. As a student-athlete, you are expected to market your skills to college coaches. A coach needs to know you are interested in his program.

Athletes who do not promote themselves will greatly limit their possibilities to earn a sports scholarship. The amount of effort an athlete puts into promoting himself will be directly reflected in the outcome of the recruiting process.

IN STEP 5, YOU WILL LEARN:

1. Ten ways to impress coaches and get on their "A" lists.

2. The importance of creating an email address with your name in it.

3. How to compose a "Letter of Interest" that captures the attention of the college coaches.

4. How and when to send "Update Letters" in order to keep your name on a coach's "A" list.

5. How visiting colleges helps you promote yourself.

6. How writing a thank you note sets you apart.

7. The importance of developing a 30 second "Elevator Speech" to describe yourself to coaches.

8. Helpful tips when communicating with college coaches by phone, in writing and by email.

9. How letters of recommendation can help promote you.

10. The importance of a well-done skills tape/DVD.

11. How to use college sports camps to promote yourself.

12. How making a difference in your community can make a difference in your recruiting game.

Now, go to your Scholarship Workbook and let's get started with STEP 5. Track your progress on your "Checklist for Success."