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Latest college sports news, recruiting updates, and NIL developments, paired with expert insights to help athletes and families understand what each story means for their college search.
March 10, 2026
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College Sports Camps Guide: How To Get Recruited Faster In 2026
Learn how college sports camps really work, which events matter, when to go, and how to turn camp invites into real recruiting momentum for your sport.
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March 9, 2026
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College Athletic Recruiting Tips: Modern Guide for 2026 Recruits
Learn the college athletic recruiting tips that work in 2026. Get clear steps for athletes and parents on exposure, coach contact, academics, and using AI tools.
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March 8, 2026
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LIU Clinches First 2026 NCAA Tournament Bid With 64–56 NEC Semifinal Win Over Wagner
Long Island University became the first team into the 2026 NCAA Tournament, clinching the Northeast Conference automatic bid with a 64–56 semifinal win over Wagner amid Mercyhurst’s D-I reclassification.
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March 7, 2026
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Georgia Dedicates $60 Million UGA Track and Field Complex to Cement National Track Power
The University of Georgia opened its $60M UGA Track and Field Complex, a 37-acre Spec Towns Track upgrade built to boost SEC recruiting, host GHSA state meets, and land major championships.
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March 7, 2026
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NCAA Eligibility Center Registration: 2026 Step-By-Step Guide
Learn how NCAA Eligibility Center registration works in 2026. See who must register, when to start, key fees, and a simple checklist to stay eligible.
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March 7, 2026
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Arizona State upsets Iowa State to boost NCAA women’s tournament hopes
Arizona State women upset Iowa State 77–68 at the Big 12 tournament behind Gabby Elliott’s near triple-double, fueling NCAA women’s tournament bubble momentum.
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March 6, 2026
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NCAA Eligibility Requirements Guide 2026: GPA, Credits, Strategy
Understand NCAA eligibility requirements in 2026, from core courses and GPA to test scores and amateurism, and turn confusing rules into a clear plan.
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March 3, 2026
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Miami University Approves $242 Million Cook Field Arena to Replace Millett Hall
Miami University in Oxford, Ohio has approved a $242M Cook Field multipurpose arena to replace Millett Hall, aligning with the RedHawks’ undefeated 2025-26 men’s basketball season.
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March 3, 2026
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Walk On Scholarships: How Money Really Works for College Recruits
Confused about walk on scholarships and how athletes earn money after making the team? Learn real odds, division rules, and strategies that fit your family.
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March 3, 2026
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Stanford Women’s Gymnastics Posts Historic 198.150 in Road Win at Oregon State
Stanford women’s gymnastics scored a historic 198.150 at Oregon State, powered by Anna Roberts’ perfect 10 and all-around program record, to cement top-10 NCAA status.
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March 1, 2026
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Getting Noticed by College Coaches: Real Guide for Recruits
Learn how to start getting noticed by college coaches in any sport with clear steps for video, email, events, and academics, plus AI tools that guide you.
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March 1, 2026
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USC Track & Field Claims Six Big Ten Indoor Titles as Sprint Powerhouse Emerges
USC track and field won six event titles at the 2026 Big Ten Indoor Championships, led by Garrett Kaalund’s 20.06 200m and Madison Whyte’s record 51.31 400m.
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February 28, 2026
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Belmont Ace Maya Johnson One-Hits No. 14 Mississippi State in 13-Strikeout Road Upset
Belmont softball ace Maya Johnson fired a 13-strikeout one-hitter to upset 11–0, No. 14 Mississippi State 1–0 at the Bulldog Invitational, signaling the Bruins’ rising MVC and NCAA profile.
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February 28, 2026
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Softball Showcase Tournaments: Real Recruiting Guide for 2026
Softball showcase tournaments can help or hurt recruiting. Learn how to choose events, contact coaches, and turn weekends into real college opportunities.
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February 28, 2026
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Eastern Kentucky women clinch first ASUN title with 67-54 win at Austin Peay
Eastern Kentucky women’s basketball clinched its first ASUN regular season championship with a 67-54 road win at Austin Peay, securing the No. 1 seed in Jacksonville.
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February 25, 2026
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Rowan 4x200 Relay Shatters All-Division NCAA Record at NJAC Championships
Rowan University’s men’s 4x200 relay ran 1:23.59 at the NJAC Indoor Championships to break the all-time NCAA record across all divisions at Penn’s Ott Center.
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February 25, 2026
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NCAA GPA Requirements: Real Academic Guide for Recruits
Get clear on NCAA GPA requirements for Division 1, 2, and 3. Learn how core courses, eligibility rules, and GPA targets affect your college recruiting options.
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February 25, 2026
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San Diego State Baseball Stuns No. 1 UCLA 4–3 in Early-Season Jackie Robinson Stadium Upset
San Diego State baseball upset No. 1 UCLA 4–3 at Jackie Robinson Stadium behind three solo homers and Aidan Russell’s perfect 3.2-inning relief. Here’s how it happened and what it means.
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February 24, 2026
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College Recruiting Checklist: Step-by-Step Guide 2026 For Athletes
Build a clear, realistic college recruiting checklist that works. Learn what to do, when to do it, and how Pathley's AI tools keep you on track in 2026.
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February 23, 2026
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Harvard’s Sophia Gorriaran Breaks NCAA Women’s 1000m Record at Saucony Battle for Boston
Harvard junior Sophia Gorriaran ran 2:37.72 at the Saucony Battle for Boston to break the NCAA women’s 1000m record and solidify Harvard track and field as a national middle-distance power.
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February 23, 2026
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Clemson women stun No. 9 Duke on Hannah Kohn’s late three to snap 17-game streak
Clemson women’s basketball upset No. 9 Duke 53–51 behind Hannah Kohn’s game-winner, snapping Duke’s 17-game streak and boosting Clemson’s NCAA tournament résumé.
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February 22, 2026
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Nebraska’s Gena Jorgenson Wins Big Ten 1650 Free, Sets Huskers Record
Senior distance freestyler Gena Jorgenson became Big Ten 1650 freestyle champion, breaking the Nebraska record and fueling a momentum-building week for Cornhuskers swimming.
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February 22, 2026
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College Basketball Recruiting Guide: Levels, Offers, Timeline
Understand college basketball recruiting in 2026, from levels and scholarships to timelines, camps, coach contact, and how Pathley turns chaos into a clear plan.
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February 22, 2026
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Wisconsin men’s hockey stuns No. 2 Michigan 4–1, reshapes NCAA tournament bubble outlook
Wisconsin Badgers men’s hockey shocked No. 2 Michigan 4–1 at the Kohl Center, earning a massive resume-boosting win that reshapes their NCAA tournament bubble hopes.
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February 21, 2026
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Colorado women’s lacrosse stuns No. 2 Northwestern for highest-ranked win in program history
Colorado women’s lacrosse shocked No. 2 Northwestern 10–9 at Ryan Fieldhouse for the program’s first ever top-five win and a statement start to the 2026 season.
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February 21, 2026
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Academic Scholarships for Athletes: Real 2026 Money Guide | Pathley
Learn how academic scholarships for athletes work, how they stack with athletic aid, and what GPA, test scores, and strategy you need to lower college costs.
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February 21, 2026
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Southeastern Louisiana Softball Stuns No. 5 Oregon at NFCA Division I Leadoff Classic
Southeastern Louisiana softball upsets No. 5 Oregon 4–2 at the NFCA Division I Leadoff Classic, earning the first national ranking in program history.
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February 20, 2026
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Rhode Island Stuns No. 18 Saint Louis 81–76, Snaps Billikens’ 18-Game Win Streak
University of Rhode Island men’s basketball stunned No. 18 Saint Louis 81–76, snapping an 18-game win streak behind Jonah Hinton’s nine threes and clutch late free throws.
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February 20, 2026
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Track and Field Scholarships: Real Money Guide 2026
Learn how track and field scholarships work across NCAA, NAIA, and junior colleges. Understand money, standards, and strategy to build a smart recruiting plan.
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February 20, 2026
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Southern Miss Walk-Off Tops UC Santa Barbara, Caps Record-Setting Opening Weekend
Southern Miss baseball walked off UC Santa Barbara to clinch a top-25 opening-weekend series in front of a Pete Taylor Park attendance record, signaling another national-caliber year.
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February 19, 2026
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Xavier Promotes Katy Etelman to Lead Rising Women’s Soccer Power
Xavier University has promoted associate head coach Katy Etelman to lead its surging women’s soccer program after a record-setting five-year run with 75 wins and multiple Big East titles.
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February 19, 2026
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Division 1 Football Scholarships: Real Money Guide for Recruits
Learn how Division 1 football scholarships really work, from FBS and FCS limits to academic rules. Build a plan for offers that fit your level and budget.
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February 19, 2026
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New Mexico’s Habtom Samuel Shatters Collegiate Two-Mile Record at 2026 Millrose Games
University of New Mexico star Habtom Samuel broke Henry Rono’s legendary collegiate indoor two-mile record at the 2026 Millrose Games with an 8:11.47 at the Armory.
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February 16, 2026
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College Recruiting Mistakes To Avoid: Real Guide For Families
Learn the biggest college recruiting mistakes to avoid, from waiting too long to start to chasing the wrong schools, and get a clear plan for your recruiting.
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February 15, 2026
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BYU’s Riley Chamberlain Shatters NCAA Women’s Indoor Mile Record in Boston
BYU senior Riley Chamberlain ran 4:20.61 at BU’s Valentine Invitational to break the NCAA women’s indoor mile record, capping a dominant run for Cougar distance.
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February 14, 2026
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Oklahoma Freshman Mackenzie Estep Nails First Perfect 10 as Sooners Dominate Metroplex Challenge
No. 1 Oklahoma women’s gymnastics rode freshman Mackenzie Estep’s first collegiate perfect 10 and a 198.175 to win the Metroplex Challenge and strengthen its 2026 title push.
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February 14, 2026
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Social Media for Recruiting: Complete Guide for Athletes 2026
Learn how to use social media for recruiting in 2026, from profiles and posts to DMs and videos, so college coaches see your best self fast.
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February 14, 2026
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NYU Women’s Basketball Sets NCAA Division III Record With 82nd Straight Win
New York University women’s basketball beat Carnegie Mellon for its 82nd straight win, setting an NCAA Division III record as the Violets chase a third consecutive national title.
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February 13, 2026
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NCAA Recruiting Guidelines: 2026 Complete Guide for Athletes
Learn how NCAA recruiting guidelines work in 2026. Understand contact rules, academics and visits so you can get recruited without risking eligibility.
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February 12, 2026
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NCAA Recruiting Process Guide 2026: Steps for Athletes & Parents
Learn how the NCAA recruiting process really works in 2026, from first contact to commitment, with clear steps and tools to help athletes and parents.
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February 11, 2026
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What Do College Coaches Look For? Real Checklist For Recruits
Learn what college coaches look for in recruits, from academics and character to skills and highlight film, and how to align your profile with their checklist.
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February 10, 2026
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NCAA Scholarship Limits by Sport: Real Numbers for Recruits 2026 Guide
Learn how NCAA scholarship limits by sport really work, which sports offer full rides vs partial aid, and how to build a smart recruiting strategy around the real numbers.
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February 9, 2026
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Scholarships for Student Athletes: 2026 Complete Money Guide
Learn how scholarships for student athletes really work, from athletic and academic money to need-based aid and outside awards, plus strategies to maximize your offer.
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February 7, 2026
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FSU Sprinter Shenese Walker Breaks ACC 60m Record With NCAA-Leading 7.09
Florida State sprinter Shenese Walker ran 7.09 in the 60m at the Razorback Invitational, breaking FSU and ACC records and taking over the NCAA lead for 2026.
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February 7, 2026
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Questions to Ask College Coaches: Real Conversation Guide 2026
Learn smart questions to ask college coaches so you can lead real conversations, spot red flags, and find your best fit program across NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO.
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February 5, 2026
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Average Athletic Scholarship Amount: Real Money Guide for Recruits
Understand what the average athletic scholarship amount really looks like by sport and level, why full rides are rare, and how to build a realistic college funding plan.
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February 1, 2026
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Minnesota women’s hockey stuns No. 1 Wisconsin in overtime Border Battle classic
No. 3 Minnesota women’s hockey edged No. 1 Wisconsin 3–2 in overtime at Ridder Arena, staying perfect vs. the defending NCAA champs and shaking up the WCHA race.
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February 1, 2026
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NAIA Transfer Rules Guide 2026: Eligibility, Releases, Timeline
Understand NAIA transfer rules in plain language, including releases, 16 week residency, eligibility, and scholarships so you can switch schools wisely.
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January 31, 2026
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Auburn Men End 30-Year Gainesville Drought With 76–67 Upset of No. 16 Florida
Auburn men’s basketball upset No. 16 Florida 76–67 in Gainesville for its first road win at UF since 1996, giving Steven Pearl a signature victory over the defending NCAA champions.
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January 22, 2026
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NAIA vs NCAA: Scholarships, Levels, and Fit Guide for Recruits
Trying to choose between NAIA vs NCAA. Learn differences in scholarships, competition, academics, and recruiting so you can target colleges where you fit.
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January 21, 2026
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Women's Sports Scholarships Guide: Money, Myths, Real Strategy
Learn how women's sports scholarships really work across NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO levels. Understand money, odds, and smart recruiting steps for female athletes.
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January 20, 2026
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Full Ride Athletic Scholarships: Myth vs Reality for Recruits
Learn how full ride athletic scholarships really work across NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO. Understand the odds, money breakdown, and smarter ways to pay for college.
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January 19, 2026
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Jordan Chiles’ Perfect 10 Vault Propels UCLA Gymnastics Past Nebraska in Big Ten Home Opener
Jordan Chiles earned her first career perfect 10 on vault as UCLA gymnastics beat Nebraska 197.325–195.250 in its Big Ten home opener, fueling the Bruins’ 2026 NCAA title push.
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January 16, 2026
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College Recruiting Services Guide: Smart Help for Athletes Today
Confused by college recruiting services? Learn what they do, what they cost, red flags to avoid, and how new AI tools like Pathley put athletes back in control.
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January 14, 2026
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How to Get Recruited for College Sports: Real Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to get recruited for college sports with a clear, step by step plan. Understand what coaches want, how to stand out, and how Pathley can guide you.
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January 9, 2026
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NCAA Walk On Rules Explained: How Walking On Really Works | Pathley
Understand NCAA walk on rules, types of walk on spots, and how to decide if walking on is right for you, plus strategy to balance scholarships.
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January 8, 2026
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Athletic Resume Examples For College Recruiting That Coaches Read
See real athletic resume examples, section templates, and sport-specific samples so you know exactly what to send college coaches and what to avoid.
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January 3, 2026
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Stacking Athletic and Academic Scholarships: Complete Recruit Guide
Learn how stacking athletic and academic scholarships really works, what each division allows, and proven strategies to lower your college cost as a recruit.
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January 1, 2026
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Division 1 Athletic Scholarships: Real Money Guide for Recruits
Division 1 athletic scholarships explained: full versus partial rides, how money is split by sport and how to combine athletic, academic and need-based aid.
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January 1, 2026
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NCAA Athletic Scholarships: Real Money Guide Explained
Understand NCAA athletic scholarships, full rides, and partial aid so your family can navigate Divisions 1, 2, and 3, NAIA, and JUCO with a real money plan.
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December 31, 2025
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NCAA Core Course Requirements: Complete Guide for Athlete Recruits
Understand NCAA core course requirements for Divisions I and II, including 16 core classes, GPA rules, timelines, and planning tips so you stay recruitable.
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December 29, 2025
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NAIA Eligibility Rules: GPA, Test Scores & Requirements | Pathley
Understand NAIA eligibility rules for high school and transfer athletes. Learn GPA and test requirements, timelines, and how Pathley helps you stay on track.
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December 25, 2025
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College Athletic Recruiting Process: Step-By-Step Playbook 2025
Understand the college athletic recruiting process from first email to commitment. Learn timelines, key rules, and how to build a smart game plan using AI.
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December 22, 2025
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Athletic Resume for College Recruiting: 2025 Guide
Learn how to build an athletic resume for college recruiting that gets coaches to respond, with exact sections, examples, and tips for every sport.
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December 19, 2025
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NCAA Official Visit Rules: What Recruits Need to Know | Pathley
Understand NCAA official visit rules, when you can take them, what colleges can pay for, and how to use visits to earn real offers in your sport.
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December 18, 2025
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JUCO Athletic Scholarships: How They Work and Who Gets Them
Confused about JUCO athletic scholarships? Learn how NJCAA scholarships work, what they really cover, and how to get recruited by the right junior colleges.
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December 17, 2025
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NCAA Redshirt Rules Explained: Eligibility, Medical, and Strategy
Learn how NCAA redshirt rules really work, from medical redshirts to five-year clocks, and how to use them strategically to protect your eligibility.
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December 15, 2025
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Track and Field Recruiting Standards: What Times You Really Need
Learn how track and field recruiting standards work, what times and marks college coaches look for at each level, and how to build a real recruiting plan.
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December 14, 2025
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How to Get Recruited for College Sports: Complete 2025 Guide
Learn how to get recruited for college sports with a clear game plan. Build your profile, contact coaches, use camps wisely and leverage AI with Pathley.
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December 13, 2025
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Difference Between D1 D2 D3 Athletics: Scholarships & Fit For Recruits
Learn the difference between D1, D2, and D3 athletics. Compare scholarships and recruiting so you can target the college level that fits you best.
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December 12, 2025
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NAIA Athletic Scholarships: Rules, Money & Real Odds (2025)
Learn how NAIA athletic scholarships really work, from limits and stacking aid to real-world award amounts, plus concrete steps to earn offers and find your fit.
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November 12, 2025
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NCAA Recruiting Calendar Explained: Dates, Periods & Strategy
Learn how the NCAA recruiting calendar works, what each period means, and how to time your emails, visits, camps, and showcases so coaches can recruit you.
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November 12, 2025
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NCAA Transfer Portal Rules: What Athletes Need to Know in 2025
Confused by NCAA transfer portal rules? Learn windows, eligibility, scholarships, and strategy so you can make smart transfer or recruiting decisions in 2025.
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November 12, 2025
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College Baseball Recruiting: Year‑by‑Year Guide
Understand the real college baseball recruiting timeline from freshman year to signing day, with clear steps for players, parents, and coaches.
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September 12, 2025
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NCAA Recruiting Rules Explained: Contact, Visits, and Timelines
Confused by NCAA recruiting rules? Learn how contact periods, visits, and coach communication really work, plus step-by-step actions for each grade.
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August 12, 2025
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Division 3 Athletic Scholarships: How Money Really Works for Recruits
Confused about Division 3 athletic scholarships? Learn how D3 money really works, how packages are built, and how to find affordable D3 fits using data and AI.
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July 12, 2025
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When to Start Contacting College Coaches: Complete Timeline | Pathley
Wondering when to start contacting college coaches? Learn the timeline by grade and division, what contact really means, and how to reach out the right way.
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June 12, 2025
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NCAA Eligibility Center Requirements: Step-By-Step Guide 2025
Learn NCAA Eligibility Center requirements, from core courses and GPAs to amateurism and timelines, so you stay recruitable for Division I and II sports.
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NCAA Amateurism Rules Guide for Recruits, Parents and Coaches 2025
Confused by NIL, prize money or getting paid to play? Learn how NCAA amateurism rules work, what causes problems, and steps to protect your eligibility.
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