Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Prep School for Athletics

by Cory Heitz | Jan 19, 2022 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School

Choosing a prep school can be a very stressful time for players and their families.  I have been involved with many families in their decision making and here are some mistakes one wants to avoid when choosing a prep school. 1) Choosing based on only tuition – Prep...

Prep Schools Vs. Basketball Academies: What are the Differences and Why Does It Matter?

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...

Questions to Ask Prep School Basketball Coaches

by Cory Heitz | Oct 18, 2021 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School

When a player talks to a prep school coach for the first time, it is a good idea to ask them questions that you are interested in getting the answers to.  After talking to a few coaches and comparing their answers to the same questions, you will have a better...

Questions You Need to Ask Before Going to a Basketball Academy

by Cory Heitz | Jun 8, 2021 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School

There has been quite a few basketball academies formed in the past few years.  Some are good and some are criminal.  The biggest problem I have seen is parents and players not doing their due diligence and asking coaches of these programs some tough questions.  If...

Why Transferring High Schools Might Be The Smartest Decision You Ever Make

by Cory Heitz | May 27, 2021 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School, Testimonials

Transfers are all the rage right now.  The NCAA Transfer Portal for D1 basketball had over two thousand transfers enter it once the 2020-21 season ended.  There is a lot of talk about how this is hurting the game of college basketball.  I don’t disagree with this. ...

Advice from Prep School Admission Directors

by Cory Heitz | Feb 11, 2021 | Applying To Prep School, Choosing A Prep School

The prep school world is in flux.  The pandemic has affected the landscape for many schools and each one is handling it differently.  Some schools are having record amounts of kids applying while others are struggling to keep the doors open.  What does this mean for...