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NCAA raises GPA requirements and more
NCAA raises GPA requirements and more
Lake Buena Vista, FL-- Ever hear your coaches or parents stress the importance of academics and making the proper grades to play a college sport?
Well, it's more important than ever before as the NCAA has increased the requirements for high school athletes to qualify to play a college sport. Starting with the Class of 2016 (high school freshmen), the changes are as follows:
Get with your high school counselor and map out a plan to keep you on track and keep your dream of playing a college sport alive.
Division I
An athlete must finish 10 core classes before his/her senior year. Seven of the 10 courses must be successfully completed in English, math and science. See below for the definition of a core class.
Athletes must have a minimum GPA of 2.3, up from 2.0.
· You can be an academic redshirt your freshman with a 2.0 GPA. You will only be able to practice with the team the first semester.
Minimum GPA for junior college transfers increased to 2.5, up from 2.3.
For Division II, you have to have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
Along with GPA’s, the NCAA takes into account your SAT and ACT scores as well. Here’s how the NCAA incorporates standardize tests:
· Division I uses a sliding scale to match test scores and core grade-point averages (GPA).
· Division II requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.
The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used.
· The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science.
For complete NEW NCAA Division I initial academic eligibility, CLICK HERE.
CLICK HERE to a complete checklist to make sure you are on track.
*Academic Eligibility - Frequently Asked Questions Click Here
**Register for the ACT - Click Here
***Register for the SAT - Click Here
NCAA definitions:
Core classes-- The subjects that are required to meet the academic standards to receive an NCAA scholarship (Math, science, language arts, history etc.)
GPA-- (Grade point average) This score only considers the 16 NCAA required subjects. Non NCAA required subjects such as physical education are not considered in calculating your GPA.
SAT Score: Standardized aptitude test (critical reading and math sections only)
ACT Sum: The best scores in the four disciplines on the test added together. You can take the highest score from each time you take the test. This is referred to as Super-Score.
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Good Recruiting Advice from ESPN Hoopgurlz Columnists:
Missing the points (Lay-Ups):
Give yourself a Spring Report Card:
Sing Praise this Spring (Be Supportive):
Polish your game for your Club Team:
Are you Tough Enough:
Overrated recruiting Factors:
Research Crime, take Safety precautions:
Postseason Programs: Buy or Sell:
Embrace the High School Game:
Step up to deter recruiting infractions:
Don't rush into anything:
Skills that separate you from the Pack:
Look Back, To Look Forward:
Early Birds: How early should Scholarship Offers be Made?
The Unavoidable Question:
Get it Together for July:
Role of Race in Recruiting:
What do College Coaches Want?
Hit the Road, Parents:
Looks Can be Deceiving; Read the Book, Just not the Cover:
Coaching changes are inevitable:
Be proactive to Land a Scholarship:
Crunching the Numbers:
Pay attention to Recruiting Classes:
Embrace the High School Game:
Step up to Deter Infractions:
Keep an Open Mind during the Process:
Be Cautious about Social Media/Sites:
Keys to finding the Right School:
Rankings are Subjective:
Being yourself can go a long way!
Get the Most of July
It's Showtime, even on bad days:
Just Play Ball:
Evaluating Prospective Coaches:
Avoid Burnout by Finding Balance:
College Transfer Derby in Full Swing:
Do healthy ankles need braces?
So you want to play DIV I ?:
What about DIV II ?:
Spring Recruiting? It's complicated:
Take Lessons from the Final Four:
Make the most of your time in College:
Keep a positive attitude on the court:
Key factors for winning a State Title:
Five Things to Know about Club Play:
Old-school advice still holds true:
Recruiting: All the World's a Stage:
Train hard to improve your game:
Understanding College Scholarships:
NCAA Proposal could cap Club Recruiting:
Will NCAA proposals set precedents?
Consistent play will get you Noticed:
Tips for Juggling School and Basketball:
Tournaments help get you seen:
Consider all sides before signing early:
Laying the foundation for success:
What to remember after tryouts:
Sometimes it's just about the game:
The politics of recruitment:
Success is in the details:
Recruiting Advice, Consider the source:
What's in a name?
Approach to spring a key for success:
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SAMPLE ATHLETIC RESUME
Name: Mary Jane Doe GPA: 3.7
Address: 1234 Boxout Lane SAT Score 1420 (Critical Reading&Math=950)
RoundBall, TX 78247
ACT Score: 20
Phone: (210) 123-4567 Graduation Date: June 2008
Date of Birth: 1 Jan 00 Ht. 5’8’’ Wt: 150
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High School Information
High School Basketball High School
1234 Rebound Lane
RoundBall, TX 78218
(210) 123-4567
High School Coach – Coach Brown email: John.brown@msn.com
Telephone Number: 210-366-6666
Guidance Counselor: Mrs. Basketball
Main Campus Number: 210-477-9999
School Fax Number: (210) 477-9991
Varsity Sports Basketball 4 years
Track 4 years
AAU Club Team: Shot Callers
AAU Coach – Coach John Doe
Telephone Number: 210-123-4567(cell) (210) 345-6789 (home)
Email Address: john.doe@sbcglobal.com
Web address: www.shotcallers.com
College Interests
College Academic Interests: Engineering
Academic Honors
· Graduating Summa Cum Laude
· Top 10% of class
· Member of ETA and TSA
· Member of the National Honor Society
Athletic Honors
· Texas Association of Basketball Coaches All Region, 2008
· Bob Springer Texas Basketball Magazine All State 2007-2008
· 1st Team All District (26-5A), 2008
· RoundBall Express News All Area, 2008
· Rise Magazine All Area 2007-2008
· Selected to Participate in the Roundball Area All Star Senior Game, 2008
· MVP Basketball Tournament, 2008
· All Tournament Team, 2008
· MVP Basketball Tournament, 2008
· Roundball Express News Super Team Selection, 2007
· Texas Association of Basketball Coaches All Region, 2007
· 1st Team All District (26-5A), 2007
· 2nd Team All District, 2006
Additional Information
Strong finisher at the basket that works hard on both ends of the court. Can play the 1, 2, or 3 position. A true leader in all aspects of the game and very strong academically. Actively involved in Community Activities and volunteers countless hours to aid others.
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DO'S and DONT'S OF RECRUITING
Do's:
DO: Take the SAT/ACT during your Junior year, in the event you need to re-test for a higher score (there is no limit on the # of tests)
DO: Take unofficial visits to the school(s) of your choice: You can do this at your own expense and there is no limit on the number of times
DO: Put your trust in people that genuinely care about you
DO: Study perspective team programs (players, coaching history, etc.) The coaches will do their homework on you and the type of person/player you are
DO: Contact the school and coaches to find out about them and their university (ask questions, get to know the coach) Develop a professional relationship with the coach
DO: Be realistic about your talent level, There is nothing wrong with DIV I, II, III, NAIA: A free education is the key
DO: Work hard to reach your full potential; you should continue to work as hard to maintain a scholarship, as you did to get one
DO: Attend exposure events; playing in High School alone will usually not get you noticed
Dont's:
DON'T: Wait until the last minute to take the ACT and/or SAT: begin testing as early as possible
DON'T: Put trust in people that are interested in you solely for athletics (the balls will stop bouncing at one time or another)
DON'T: Stop pushing yourself to your full potential; the sky is the limit
DON'T: Choose a school/university based solely on athletics; Ask yourself what if I get hurt?
DON'T: Be overly concerned about the schools winning/losing record; you can make a difference
DON'T: Play the waiting game when offers come in (rest assured, you are not that school's only recruit)
DON'T: Avoid a coaches call; if you are not interested in a particular school, don't waste the coaches time, and most of all don't waste your own time
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Percent to GPA Conversion Chart
| Percent to GPA conversion chart |
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| 0-59 |
0 |
| 60 |
0.7 |
| 61 |
0.8 |
| 62 |
0.8 |
| 63 |
0.9 |
| 64 |
1 |
| 65 |
1 |
| 66 |
1.1 |
| 67 |
1.2 |
| 68 |
1.3 |
| 69 |
1.4 |
| 70 |
1.5 |
| 71 |
1.6 |
| 72 |
1.7 |
| 73 |
1.8 |
| 74 |
1.9 |
| 75 |
2 |
| 76 |
2.1 |
| 77 |
2.2 |
| 78 |
2.3 |
| 79 |
2.4 |
| 80 |
2.5 |
| 81 |
2.7 |
| 82 |
2.8 |
| 83 |
2.9 |
| 84 |
3 |
| 85 |
3 |
| 86 |
3.1 |
| 87 |
3.2 |
| 88 |
3.3 |
| 89 |
3.4 |
| 90 |
3.5 |
| 91 |
3.5 |
| 92 |
3.6 |
| 93 |
3.7 |
| 94 |
3.8 |
| 95 |
3.9 |
| 96 |
3.9 |
| 97 |
4 |
| 98 |
4 |
| 99 |
4 |
| 100 |
4 |
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