period of time when it is not permissible to make in-person recruiting contacts or evaluations on or off the member institution’s campus or to permit official or unofficial visits by prospects to the institution’s campus. • Official Visits - You are allowed 5 at the D1 and D2 level in total - Cannot take 5 for each sport that you play. - School will pay your travel expenses and visit cannot exceed 48 hours. - You cannot take a visit until the school has a copy of your transcripts. - No limit at the D3 level, just limited to one per school. • Unofficial visits - Taken at your expense - Unlimited number of visits SCHOOL CONTACT REPORT
- Good opportunity to meet coaches & view facilities - Coaches are receptive - Gets you on their radar - Important to visit before committing • NAIA rules are simpler - Few restrictions - You can even practice with the team • SportsWorx’ Advisors can help you to know all of the rules. SportsWorx Can Help • Online athlete profile • Collegiate research database • College coach matching database • Personal guidance • Over 87% athlete placement rate
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Name of School Coach’s Name Address E-Mail Address Pos. Coach/Recruiting Cord. E-Mail Address SportsWorx Match Accepted E-Mails Sent Letters Sent Phone Calls to Coaches Responses from Coaches Game/Technique Film Sent School Application Filed Unofficial Visits Interviews With Coaches Evaluations Camps Official Visit Scholarship Offer Comments
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