Richard Pound

Packaging Academics with Athletics will teach parents and student-athletes how to see the "Big Picture" of college academics and athletics. The main focus is how to effectively and positively market the student and their sport to gain the attention of higher academic institutions. This program will provide greater insight into what to expect at the next level of academics and athletics. Your audience will learn: · The Difference between Division I, II, & III · What College Admission Officers Look For · Junior College Options · The Four-Quarter Process - Athletically & Academically · Preparation is the Key · Campus Visits · Questions to Ask after the Visit · Narrowing the Field of Competition · Start Smart - Marketing your Athletics in Seven Simple Steps · Athletic Resumes · Scholarships · NCAA Clearinghouse · NAIA Opportunities · Recruiting