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New Article ... 2/2010  Freshmen Eligibility Requirements

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Important Link:

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) ... applying for eligibility ... Wogadoo connecting you to this web site ...
 
  
  
  
 New Article ... 01/2010  Six Golden Rules for Sending Emails or Letters

 

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The most important idea for recruits to realize is that many of their competitors are sitting back and waiting to be discovered. We applaud the student-athletes who take the initiative to reach out to Global Sportz and college coaches. Just take your efforts to the next level .... improve your letters and emails by following the six rules .... It might make all the difference! 

Here are a Six Rules to follow when sending letters or emails to college coaches:

Rule One: Do not rush through emails to coaches. If you rush, you are asking for mistakes. Take your time and make sure your email is concise and you have asked any necessary questions.

Rule Two: Have a proper introduction (Dear Coach Jones) and closing in your emails. Create your own signature that includes your contact information.  A good signature not only looks professional, but it also reiterates your contact information to a coach.

Rule Three: Do not use any slang words. You are not having a conversation with a friend or sending a text message; this is a college coach and you should use proper English.

Rule Four: It is always a good idea to refer back to your previous contact with the coach.  Make sure you answer any questions they had for you and that you aren’t repeating any information from a past email.
 
Rule Five: ALWAYS proof-read your email. There should be no grammar, spelling or punctuation errors in the email. Go talk to your English Teacher.
 
Rule Six: Send emails to coaches one at a time. (“cc” several coaches or sending a mass email is not looked upon favorably.) 
 
 
 
 
 
New Article ... 01/2010 ... Your Letter can determine your career path! 
 

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Now, let’s take a look at an example of a letter/email to a college coach.

(Note:  Should you use such a letter please be sure to coorindate with your coach/advisor to insure compliance with current eligibility requirements.)
 
Duke University
Athletic/Eligibility Department
P.O. Box 90555
Durham, N.C.   27708
 
January 7, 2010
 
 
 
Dear Coach Jones,
 
As a member of the Granada High School Varsity Basketball Team, I am beginning my search
for a College Basketball Program where I can make an immediate impact, develop my skills, strengths 
and further my educational goals.
 
My goal academically is to pursue a degree in ___________, and I am impressed by the ____________ program
that Duke University offers.  I also like the small class sizes and professor-to-student ratio.  
I currently attend a large high school and am looking forward to a more personalized college education.
 
I know the process is early, but I’m hoping to be considered for your program. Would you be so kind
as to send me information about Duke University?
 
My Portfolio with Highlight Videos, Action Photos, Academic and Athletic Information can be found at
 
In addition, my Coach is Donald Farris and can be reached at (educational email address and/or telephone
number ... with permission) and (he or she or I) can provide you with the necessary Transcripts and Game Schedule,
so hopefully you will be able to see me play.  In the meantime, please let me know if you have any questions.
 
I look forward to continuing the recruitment process with Duke University.
 
Sincerely,
 
 
 
 John/Julie Doe
#36 Granada High School