What is the Process in Which Prep Schools Recruit Athletes?

by Cory Heitz | Sep 8, 2022 | Applying To Prep School

Prep schools recruit players in different ways.  In this article we will discuss the top three. 1) Direct Recruiting – Some very established prep schools can sit back and build a roster based on the players and coaches that reach out to them directly. This is a...

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. ...