High School Football Recruiting
14-Year-Old Brysen Wright Highlights a 2025 Recruiting Trio You Need to Know
By Camryn Blake|July 23, 2025
Explore how Brysen Wright, Pulelei’ite Primus, and Jakob Weatherspoon are reshaping high school football recruiting, with lessons and advice for up-and-coming prospects.
Parent Recruiting Advice
How to Help—Not Hurt—Your Child’s Recruiting Process - Advice From a DI Hockey Dad
By Kaila Pinkney|July 22, 2025
Discover how parents can support their child through college recruiting the right way. Division I hockey dad Brian Pinkney shares real talk on boundaries, stress, and smart involvement.
Athlete Interview
From Ivy League Grind to Podcast Gold – Yale Football Player Kelvin Smith Shares His Rise
By Keirsten Sires|July 21, 2025
Yale football player Kelvin Smith opens up to 2aDays CEO Keirsten Sires about recruiting, NIL, Ivy League life, and launching the Off The Leash podcast.
NCAA Sanctions
Memphis Basketball and Softball Hit With NCAA Sanctions After Academic Fraud Involving Softball Players
By Logan Steele|July 21, 2025
Memphis basketball and softball programs on probation after two softball players were paid to do a player’s coursework. Here's what the NCAA is doing about it.
Don’t panic—pivot.
Dream School Said No? Here’s What NCAA Coaches Say You Should Do Next
By Jack Robbins|July 20, 2025
Didn’t get into your dream school? NCAA coaches say that’s not the end—it's the beginning. Here’s their real advice to help you pivot and win anyway.
Recruiting Story
My Recruiting Trip From Hell- What William & Mary Taught Me About Trusting My Gut
By Paige Demetriades|July 19, 2025
One athlete’s dream school turned into a serious wake-up call. Here’s how she found her real fit. 🛬 The Dream Begins As a high school student-athlete, the thrill of recruiting...
Financial Aid
FAFSA 2025 for Recruited Athletes - Your Step-by-Step Guide to Financial Aid This Fall
By Camryn Blake|July 18, 2025
Recruited for college sports? Learn how to complete the 2025 FAFSA step-by-step, key deadlines, new rules, and how to maximize aid as a student-athlete.
college sports
Which U.S. States Send the Most Athletes to NCAA Sports (2023–24 Analysis)
By Sloane Rivers|July 17, 2025
Explore NCAA athlete origin data for 2023–24, with verified trends, per-capita standouts, and where estimates were used due to limited public data.
Michigan early Decision
Michigan Early Decision 2026 - What Athletes and Applicants Need to Know Now
By Camryn Blake|July 15, 2025
University of Michigan launches a binding Early Decision option for Fall 2026. Learn about deadlines, benefits, athlete recruiting strategy, financial aid, and whether ED is the right fit.
Workout Packets
Summer Workout Packets - Why They Could Make or Break Your Offer
By Sloane Rivers|July 12, 2025
Coaches aren’t just watching games—they’re watching how you train. Send a summer workout packet that proves you’re disciplined, prepared, and ready to play at the next level.
Recruiting Control
Who’s Getting Recruited—You or Your Parents? How High School Athletes Can Take Back Control
By Camryn Blake|July 10, 2025
Overbearing parents can ruin your recruiting process—and your shot at a scholarship. Learn when parents help, when they hurt, and how to take back control.
NCAA Division Comparison
NCAA Division II vs. Division III - Which Level Is Right for You (2025)
By Logan Steele|July 8, 2025
Confused between D2 and D3 athletics? We break down scholarships, competition, academics, and athlete life to help you choose the right NCAA division.
Recruiting Violations
Oklahoma State Women’s Tennis Hit With NCAA Penalties - What It Means for Athletes
By Camryn Blake|July 8, 2025
Oklahoma State’s women’s tennis program was hit with NCAA penalties, including three years of probation, for recruiting violations, which means for recruits and how to stop rule-breaking.
Walk-On Transfers
New NCAA Walk-On Transfer Portal Opens July 7, 2025 – What College Athletes Need to Know
By Sloane Rivers|July 7, 2025
The NCAA just opened a new July transfer portal window for walk-on athletes tagged as "Designated Student-Athletes." Here’s what it means, who qualifies, and what affected athletes should do ASAP.
