SEE THE BIG PICTURE

Just like the game, there are many parts of recruiting. The work and preparation that is done to lead up to a college decision involves many people, good planning and evaluating many factors. At the same time it is important to keep your eye on the big picture.

Your decision will be based on academics, athletics, campus and finances, just to name a few. As you speak with recruiters there will be more schools interested than you can visit. While you need to focus on each piece and college, there is a need to see the big picture of each opportunity. Put the individual parts together as you meet with coaches and make recruiting visits. it will help see see a better and clearer picture

Aristotle is attributed the quoted “The Whole is greater than the sum of its parts”. As you add up the parts of recruiting the whole reflects a very good picture. Although the quote is from many years ago, it is very relevant to making your college decision today!