by Cory Heitz | Dec 29, 2025 | Applying To Prep School
Post-Grad Basketball Year Academics Are Not Optional Too many families assume a post-grad year is basketball first and school second, and that misunderstanding causes problems quickly. We touched on this when we sat down with Marcus O’Neil, head coach at Tilton... by Cory Heitz | Dec 24, 2025 | Applying To Prep School
Prep School Interviews: What Admissions Really Listen For The prep school interview can quietly decide whether an application moves forward or stalls out. We touched on this when we sat down with Jeff Quebec, an educational consultant who has worked closely with prep... by Cory Heitz | Nov 13, 2024 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School
Since 2008, I’ve helped countless families navigate the prep school selection process. Time and again, I see the same mistakes derail what should be an exciting journey. Let me break down the five most common pitfalls and how to avoid them. The Price Trap Many... by Cory Heitz | Apr 4, 2024 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School, General, Uncategorized
People like guarantees, warranties, and insurance because it gives peace of mind when making a purchase or decision. The same holds true for the basketball world. Families hire PREP Athletics to help them narrow down their choices from over one hundred prep schools to... by Cory Heitz | Jan 18, 2022 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School
One of the most common misconceptions I deal with in the basketball world is that basketball academies and brick and mortar prep schools are the same; they are not. They are vastly different and this article will give players and their families a breakdown on what... by Cory Heitz | Jun 19, 2023 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School
Playing second team basketball in a prep school program can have both pros and cons. Here are some potential advantages and disadvantages: Pros: Development opportunities: Being on the second team can provide more playing time and opportunities to improve your skills....