How to get an Athletic Scholarship, Free Athletic Recruiting Information - Part 2

Meaningful Work = Success!?

June 18, 2009

In a recent blog post I talked about the books, OUTLIERS and TALENT IS OVERRATED, and how these authors discovered KEY concepts by studying successful people.
I found a GREAT video by Malcolm Gladwell, the author of OUTLIERS that I wanted to share with you.
In this video he discusses:
The IMPORTANCE of MEANINGFUL WORK, and how SUCCESSFUL [...]

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What NOT to do this summer in your recruiting process…

June 16, 2009

Don’t Be a Couch Potato this Summer

BE PROACTIVE THIS SUMMER in YOUR RECRUITING PROCESS
Summer can be a slower time in recruiting for a lot of athletes. Do not despair! Keep in mind the coaches are spending a lot of time right now tending to their summer camps, and if you are a fall sport athlete [...]

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How do I make a list of my TOP SCHOOLS?

June 2, 2009

Whenever I meet with families, I always like to ask the student-athlete, “What are your TOP 3 schools?” Unfortunately, a lot of athletes look at me like I have 8 eyes coming out of my head, and they say, “I don’t know. I haven’t really thought about that.” Now, this isn’t the [...]

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Secrets of World-Class Performers!

May 30, 2009

If you are NOT interested in becoming YOUR BEST then do not listen to this Podcast!
What makes World-Class Performers? Is it their God given talent? Is it LUCK?
The books Outliers and Talent is Overrated provide some outstanding evidence to answer these questions, and you can find out ONE of the most interesting aspects of success [...]

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Student-Athlete Spotlight: Nick Rios Part 2

May 27, 2009

Making College Dreams Come True…

The story of Nick Rios is WHY I LOVE working with high school athletes and their families.
In this interview Nick shares with you…
1. The importance of casting a WIDE net to college coaches
2. How to find a school that fits your academic and athletic desires
3. The importance of finding the [...]

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Student-Athlete Spotlight: Nick Rios Part 1

May 19, 2009

Find out how an UNKNOWN football player markets himself to get over $30,000 in scholarships…
This is Part 1 of a GREAT interview that I did with Nick Rios and his dad Ken. Thanks guys for the interview, and I would love to hear about your college recruiting success stories by leaving your comments below.Technorati Tags: [...]

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Football Scholarships All-Pro Glyn Milburn

May 14, 2009

How Important are Academics to YOUR college Recruiting Process?

Learn from All-Pro Glyn Milburn WHY YOUR grades are so important to your RECRUITING SUCCESS!
In this interview Glyn talks about:
1. The importance of MENTORSHIP
2. Be CONSCIOUS WHO you hang around
3. Be sure and TAKE CARE of YOUR GRADES
4. The impact of HARD WORK
5. MUCH, MUCH MORE!

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How are YOU best utilizing your high school coach in the college recruiting process?

May 14, 2009

I want to hear from you how you are BEST utilizing your high school coach in your college recruiting process? Please, leave your comments and questions below. Thanks.

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Football Scholarship Secrets: Student-Athlete Spotlight

May 9, 2009

Spencer Holloway
Trinity HS
Louisville, KY
Class of 2010
Currently being recruited by: Vanderbilt, Purdue, Marshall, Western Michigan, and more.
Build Your Recruiting Confidence
Today, I want to share with you an outstanding 5 minute interview I did with a Junior outside linebacker out of Louisville, KY. He is being heavily recruited by quite a few schools, and I thought his [...]

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Universities Cutting Teams Due to Budget Constraints

May 5, 2009

ATHLETIC BUDGETS BEING CUT…

Check out this incredible article from the New York Times about how MANY Universities are cutting teams and athletic budgets due the economic downturn. You can read more by clicking on this link:
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/04/sports/04colleges.html?_r=3&ref=sports
What does this mean FOR YOU?
It means you are going to have less roster spots available for the same number [...]

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GREAT FREE College Planning Resource

April 29, 2009

MYCOLLEGECALENDAR.org

I recently came across an outstanding FREE resource for families that are beginning to plan for college. As you can see above it is called MY COLLEGE CALENDAR, and it does an outstanding job helping you with the college application process, financial aid, and much, much more.
Best of all it is FREE!! Tough to beat [...]

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Nervous about YOUR college transition?

April 27, 2009

A lot of athletes I work with get nervous about their transition from high school to college, and I can understand and appreciate their anxiety. I DEFINITELY remember driving out of Fargo, ND heading to Stanford thinking, “What in the world did I get myself into…” I was EXCITED and NERVOUS all at [...]

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Inside the NFL with Tim Brown

April 20, 2009

Tim Brown Stand for God Part 2 from Coach Chris Berg on Vimeo.
Tim Brown shares what goes INSIDE the NFL, and what it takes to succeed under constant peer pressure.
All young athletes can learn from this video what it takes to be a LEADER both on and off the field. Living right [...]

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Leadership by Tim Brown Part 1

April 17, 2009

Tim Brown Stand for God Part 1 from Coach Chris Berg on Vimeo.
Tim Brown shares with you in this 3 minute video what he believes is MOST important in being a Leader in all areas of life. He talks about coaches asking him, “What makes him different from the other guys on the team.”
Part 2 [...]

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Heisman Leadership Event in Sacramento

April 9, 2009

I recently spoke at a Heisman Leadership Conference in Sacramento with Tim Brown and Doug Cosbie. I wanted to share the article from the newspaper with you about the event.
Want to sleep better? Serve your community

Former NFL players visit Folsom to deliver important message
by Matt Long
Matt Long/The Telegraph
Tim Brown speaks at the Heisman Leadership [...]

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Why May is IMPORTANT for Junior Football Players

April 7, 2009

Important Recruiting Strategies for

May and Summer Camps

May Recruiting TIPS! from Coach Chris Berg on Vimeo.
Watch Video to Learn Important Recruiting Strategies for Junior Football Players
A couple of quick cliff notes about the video:
1. What to know if a coach calls you in the month of May
2. How do you determine SINCERE interest from a college [...]

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Athletic Recruiting Success Story: Part 2 of 2

March 24, 2009

Last week, I shared Part 1 with you of a RECRUITING SUCCESS STORY, and what is available if you keep an open mind throughout the recruiting process. Today, I want to share with you Part 2 of 2 of the success story from a VERY HAPPY Dad! Enjoy his email below, and please NOTE that [...]

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Athletic Recruiting: The Benefits of Being Open Minded

March 18, 2009

It Pays to be Open Minded

in Your College Choice

Imagine attending one of U.S. News’ Top 50 Liberal Arts schools, being able to play your sport there as a FROSH, loving your college experience, and when you first started the recruiting process you have never heard of this school? Well, that is the EXACT story [...]

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Athletic Scholarships: Interview with Tim Brown

March 9, 2009

Interview with Tim Brown

9x Pro Bowler

Heisman Trophy Winner

Tim Brown Interview from Coach Chris Berg on Vimeo.
Recently, I was fortunate enough to interview Pro Bowler Tim Brown, and I am excited to share this interview with you because in it Tim Brown discusses 3 things that will allow you to be a more [...]

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Athletic Scholarships: Interview with Pro Bowl TE Doug Cosbie

March 5, 2009

DOUG COSBIE

DALLAS COWBOY

3x PRO-BOWLER

Doug Cosbie coached me at Stanford under head coach Bill Walsh. I interviewed Coach Cosbie to find out what he attributes his success to, and what he does to motivate the players he coaches today at Sacramento High School.
Click on the play button above and in this interview you will learn:
1. How [...]

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