"With the help of Crimson, I'm now playing Guard at the Ouachita Baptist University Tigers." - Marvin
Elite D1 powerhouse with 5 NCAA National Championships and 20+ ACC titles. Home to the legendary Cameron Indoor Stadium and state-of-the-art K Center. Produced over 70 NBA players including stars like Kyrie Irving, Jayson Tatum, and Zion Williamson. Under Coach K's 42-year leadership, achieved the most wins in NCAA Division I history. Consistently recruits top-10 classes while maintaining top-10 academic rankings nationally.
Dominant program with 23 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances (1999-2022) and multiple Final Four appearances. Renowned for international player development, having produced NBA stars like Rui Hachimura and Domantas Sabonis. Features the elite McCarthey Athletic Center and consistently ranks #1 in the West Coast Conference. Known for innovative offensive systems and one of the highest scoring rates in Division I basketball.
Historic dynasty with an unmatched 11 NCAA Championships and 47 NBA First-Round draft picks - the most of any university. Legendary home court at Pauley Pavilion, which has hosted 12 championship teams. Produced basketball icons including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Walton, and Russell Westbrook. Located in basketball-rich Los Angeles with year-round elite competition and professional networking opportunities.
Modern powerhouse with 3 NCAA Championships (1985, 2016, 2018), and 7 Big East Conference titles. Exceptional 100% graduation rate for basketball players while competing at the highest level. Home to the recently renovated Finneran Pavilion and comprehensive Davis Center for training. Produced NBA talents like Kyle Lowry and Josh Hart while maintaining elite academic standards.
Charlie came to Crimson Athletics with ambitions of moving from Australia to the US playing basketball. With the help of our strategist Ellery, he happily found a spot on the sunny Florida Sports Academy basketball team.
NCAA Division I basketball programs can offer full scholarships, as basketball is a head-count sport. Division II, NAIA, and junior colleges also offer athletic scholarships, but the amounts may vary. Division III schools focus on academic or need-based aid rather than athletic scholarships.
Many schools offer strong academics alongside competitive basketball programs. Examples include Duke, Stanford, Northwestern, Vanderbilt (Division I), or schools like MIT, Emory, and Washington University in St. Louis (Division III). The right fit depends on your academic interests and athletic goals.
The recruitment process often begins as early as freshman or sophomore year of high school for Division I programs. For most players, junior year is critical for showcasing skills and contacting coaches. Starting early gives you more options and time to build relationships with college coaches.
Create a highlight video showcasing your skills, participate in college showcase tournaments, attend elite camps, and email coaches directly with your player profile. At Crimson we make direct introductions to coaches, because emails are not always a reliable source of evaluation.
Your email should be professional and concise. Include your name, graduation year, position, height, weight, key stats, GPA, and test scores, as well as a link to your highlight video. Mention why you're interested in their program and ask about their recruiting needs.
NCAA Division I and II require you to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center, meet specific GPA and standardized test score thresholds, and take required high school courses. Division III and NAIA have different standards, often determined by the school.
Absolutely! Many U.S. college basketball teams actively recruit international players. You'll need to create a professional player profile, share video highlights, and reach out to coaches. Being proactive is key, as international athletes often face additional NCAA and visa requirements.
While playing for an elite team can improve exposure, it's not a requirement. College coaches value performance, potential, and attitude over where you play. However, competing at a high level consistently will improve your recruitment chances.
Academics are crucial. Many coaches look for players who meet or exceed the school's admissions standards, as this can improve their chances of offering you a roster spot. A strong GPA and test scores make you more attractive, especially for academically rigorous schools.
All student-athletes must evaluate their candidacy against their college goals. Identify gaps in your profile, and start buidlling your gameplan. For some candidates, the plan will revolve all about sport recruitment (athlete-first). For others, we take a comprehensive and combined approach to US college admissions, working on both academic and athletic fronts (scholar-athlete).
Map out key recruitment deadlines, showcase events and application milestones up to three or four years out. Strategic timing is crucial - great recruits take time to ensure quality across video creation, testing, interviews, and visits.
Navigate NCAA eligibility while building an academic profile that appeals to your target schools. Smart course selection, standardized test planning, and understanding school-specific pre-requisites can make the key difference in recruitment.
Develop a compelling athletic narrative through carefully selected footage, performance metrics, and achievement highlights. Presentation matters - coaches receive hundreds of profiles, and often don't know international systems.
Execute a targeted outreach strategy that gets noticed by the right programs. Timing, communication, and understanding each program's needs are essential. Building meaningful connections takes time and consistency.
College soccer has changed to the point where serious programs need to see you in real-life. So, maximize every interaction - from showcase events to campus visits and coach meetings. These moments determine your outcomes.
Balance athletic fit, academic opportunity, and program culture to make an informed decision. Consider playing time potential, scholarship, and development. Your choice shapes not just four years, but your future.
With offers in hand, you can select your best-fit college. Most recruits apply in the early round and sign the National Letter of Intent.
Typically, you’ll receive a final decision by December of your application year!
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UC Berkeley • Rugby
"We had eight schools come back to us overnight after my player profile was sent out to coaches - and that was places I never would have dreamed of, like Harvard, Columbia, Brown, Dartmouth and obviously Berkeley."
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