What FAST CAPP student-athletes get

• TIME 

One on one time with student athlete (SA) to determine wants, interests, preferences – self exploration questionnaire, Naviance.  This builds the foundation from which to make an informed decision.  The recruiting process does not start when coaches can begin contacting recruits – laying the foundation of what is important to you is the beginning.

Research – what programs are out there that could possibly be a good fit –

Naviance, Collegeswimming.com

Productive assignments & goals to keep SA on track – visits (at HS), campus visits, SA resume

Education – being aware of terminology and what certain things mean throughout this process is very important.

• HELP

Knowledge of what college coaches are looking for

How best to communicate with coaches and when it is best to do so

What questions to ask & how to keep it all organized

NCAA rules are constantly changing and often challenging to interpret.  I can help with this on-going process

• CONNECTIONS – college coaches value what coaches they know think of swimmers much more so than an outside person giving their opinion.  Given my experience in swimming I have many connections all over the country and at all levels of college swimming.  *If a college coach that one of our athletes is interested in has not reached out to us as a FAST coaching staff, I will reach out to them*

• CONSTANT AVAILABILITY – once in the CAPP program you may reach me at any time to ask questions or to discuss any thoughts you may have.  This could come in many forms – from questions arising while you’re actually on a college visit to proof reading / giving suggestions on an email to a college coach before hitting send.

• * All FAST CAPP athletes will recieve some communication from me during their first semester in their new collegiate program* Often times situations arise that were unexpected or difficult to work through and talking through them with a coach who has worked with them and has been through this process can be helpful.  I am happy to keep communication going with them throughout their time as a collegiate student athlete.  My goal for all FAST CAPP athletes is a positive experience from beginning to end.

Everyone’s journey is different – my experience and knowledge will help you and your family prepare for whatever direction your journey takes you.