NCSA College Recruiting

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

NCSA College Recruiting provides tools, coaching, and access to a large network to help student-athletes get recruited and play college sports.

Target Customer

Student-athletes and their families seeking to play college sports; college coaches and club/high school coaches involved in recruiting.

Key Differentiator

Largest recruiting platform in the world, integrated with IMG Academy, offering expert guidance, developmental coaching, and a broad network of college coaches.

Implementation Timeline

Not stated in the content.

Pain Points

1Getting exposure to college coaches
2Navigating the college recruiting process
3Finding the right college fit and opportunities (scholarships)

Key Features

1Direct messaging to college coaches
2College search and fit tools
3Upload highlight videos and transcripts
4One-on-one coaching and developmental coaching via IMG Academy+
5Access to a college coach directory and expert guidance

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Recruiting Coach
2Mental Performance Coach
3Senior Recruiting Coach
4Director of Recruiting Education
5Senior Director of Recruiting Education
6Recruiting Specialist
7Senior Recruiting Coordinator

Client Results

14.35 million+ total NCSA athlete profile views by college coaches in 2024
214 national sports governing body partners
340,000+ college coaches on NCSA’s platform
431,000+ NCSA athlete college commitments in 2024
5NCSA helped more than 31,000 student-athletes commit to play their sport in college in 2024

Competitive Advantages

1Largest recruiting platform in the world
2Largest recruiting network with 40,000+ college coaches
3Part of IMG Academy and access to IMG Academy+ coaching and resources
4Expert guidance and developmental coaching from experienced staff
5Comprehensive tools for profile creation, messaging, and college matching

Key Benefits

1Exposure to college coaches

2Structured recruiting guidance and coaching

3Direct coach communication and profile enhancement (videos, transcripts)

4Access to a large network of colleges and coaches

5Developmental coaching through IMG Academy+

Case Studies & Success Stories

NCSA Helps 31,000+ Student-Athletes Commit to College in 2024

Case #1

NCSA reports over 31,000 athlete commitments in 2024; examples include Earl (Football, Class of 2025), Kate (Softball, Class of 2028), Charlie (Men's Ice Hockey, Class of 2026), Avelina (Women's Basketball, Class of 2025), Reegan (Women's Volleyball, Class of 2024), Logan (Men's Basketball, Class of 2028).

Athlete Testimonials Across Sports

Case #2

Testimonials from student-athletes across sports illustrate impact: Earl: from off the radar to attention from college coaches (D3–D1); Kate: coach was terrific; Charlie: couldn’t navigate college hockey alone; Avelina: many college looks; Reegan: with NCSA every step; Logan: opportunities wouldn’t have happened alone.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

NCSA College Recruiting helps student-athletes gain exposure to college coaches, navigate the recruiting process with step-by-step guidance, communicate directly with coaches, and access development tools to find the right college fit. It is part of IMG Academy and offers one-on-one coaching and a large network of college coaches.

Target Market

Student-athletes and families seeking to play college sports; college coaches

Unique Value Proposition

The largest recruiting platform in the world, integrated with IMG Academy’s development resources, offering comprehensive coaching and a broad network of college coaches to simplify and accelerate recruitment.

Technical Requirements

Not specified in content

Pricing Model

Creating an online recruiting profile is completely free; premium memberships and other options are available.

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