What types of sports can lead to scholarships and to what extent? For instance, not every university might have facilities for snowboarding, and opportunities for skilled snowboarders may not be guaranteed.
Yes, many colleges offer full scholarships to athletes, especially in team sports. But don’t get too excited, the chances are slim for most people.
tony said:
Yes, many colleges offer full scholarships to athletes, especially in team sports. But don’t get too excited, the chances are slim for most people.
I often tell my high school students to keep their expectations realistic about getting full-ride scholarships. Imagine being a smaller player in a less competitive school. Chances are slim unless you dramatically improve fast.
@Meech
I had students who dreamed of the NBA but couldn’t even make the school team. I beat them in basketball at 40, which really put things into perspective.
StudySage2 said:
@Meech
I had students who dreamed of the NBA but couldn’t even make the school team. I beat them in basketball at 40, which really put things into perspective.
One of my memorable moments was making a three-pointer against students who underestimated me. I walked off with a shrug, feeling like a star for a moment.
@Meech
It’s a joy to show up students in good fun, like in quiz games or sports. It reminds them we’re not just teachers but also capable in other areas. Like hitting that three-pointer, I once won a tough quiz against a top student, which was a proud moment.
@SarahBrown
Totally agree. Although, if I tried that shot ten more times, I’d probably miss most of them! But in that moment, I had to shine.
@Meech
Making that shot and seeing their faces was priceless. I once challenged a disruptive student to a basketball duel during lunch, promising he’d behave if I won. He agreed but lost quickly and kept quiet for the rest of the year.
@Meech
Even top athletes sometimes only get partial scholarships. It’s tough, especially if you’re not in a major sport like football or basketball.
StephieStephie said:
@Meech
Even top athletes sometimes only get partial scholarships. It’s tough, especially if you’re not in a major sport like football or basketball.
Interestingly, sports like golf and rowing offer better chances for full scholarships due to smaller pools of athletes.
@rednah
Tennis too. I met a Brit who got a scholarship to play in Idaho, which seemed like an unusual choice for him!
@Meech
We always joke about becoming a YouTuber or basketball star, but realistically, the average earnings aren’t as high as you might think. It takes more than just playing; it requires complete dedication to content creation.
tony said:
Yes, many colleges offer full scholarships to athletes, especially in team sports. But don’t get too excited, the chances are slim for most people.
Adding to this, sports scholarships are usually divided among many players, which means most athletes only get partial funding.
tony said:
Yes, many colleges offer full scholarships to athletes, especially in team sports. But don’t get too excited, the chances are slim for most people.
If you’re aiming for a full ride, focus on Division One schools where recruited athletes often get significant scholarships.
@Evans
But keep in mind, most of those scholarships are for high-profile sports. Even the best athletes in less popular sports might only get partial scholarships.
Athletics helped me get into a military academy, which I wouldn’t have qualified for academically otherwise.
mason said:
Athletics helped me get into a military academy, which I wouldn’t have qualified for academically otherwise.
Which sport did you play?
mason said:
Athletics helped me get into a military academy, which I wouldn’t have qualified for academically otherwise.
Which sport did you play?
American Football
mason said:
Athletics helped me get into a military academy, which I wouldn’t have qualified for academically otherwise.
Which sport did you play?
As a professor, I’ve seen students excel in hockey and golf. Look into Division One programs and ask your coach about college recruiters.
mason said:
Athletics helped me get into a military academy, which I wouldn’t have qualified for academically otherwise.
Was it Fork Union?