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Luca
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What advice you can give me as a high school senior, who will be playing sports in college to help best manage my time in order to be a successful student athlete ?
What advice you can give me as a high school senior, who will be playing sports in college to help best manage my time in order to be a successful student athlete?
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Paul Goetzinger MPA
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I had a few hurdles, when I initially went to college and also pursued athletics. But several things I learned included the following:
To be a successful college athlete, you must be able to balance your commitment to your sport with excellent academic performance by managing your time effectively.
This includes becoming proficient at utilizing campus resources, Many athletic programs have all kinds of educational resources to help athletes. This includes advisors, who specialize in helping the athletes get into the right classes and balancing those classes with competition and practice schedules.
These advisors also assist with setting clear goals for academics. If the athletes need help, they normally are provided access to tutors and other academic support staff, to assist with classes. So definitely utilize all the academic resources the athletic department has for you
You must also be willing to cultivate your leadership and teamwork skills.
This means being able to communicate with coaches and professors, take care of your physical health through consistent training and recovery, and manage your personal brand and reputation.
And definitely, make sure that you understand and meet your institution's academic requirements to maintain your athletic eligibility. I knew athletes, who did not track their progress or grades, and ultimately became ineligible during their tenure at the college that I attended.
To be a successful college athlete, you must be able to balance your commitment to your sport with excellent academic performance by managing your time effectively.
This includes becoming proficient at utilizing campus resources, Many athletic programs have all kinds of educational resources to help athletes. This includes advisors, who specialize in helping the athletes get into the right classes and balancing those classes with competition and practice schedules.
These advisors also assist with setting clear goals for academics. If the athletes need help, they normally are provided access to tutors and other academic support staff, to assist with classes. So definitely utilize all the academic resources the athletic department has for you
You must also be willing to cultivate your leadership and teamwork skills.
This means being able to communicate with coaches and professors, take care of your physical health through consistent training and recovery, and manage your personal brand and reputation.
And definitely, make sure that you understand and meet your institution's academic requirements to maintain your athletic eligibility. I knew athletes, who did not track their progress or grades, and ultimately became ineligible during their tenure at the college that I attended.
Destiny Hankerson
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Hi Luca,
This is a great question, and it's something a lot of students go through as they try to balance their athletic activities with school. If you want to be a successful student athlete, time management will definitely be important! One of the things you can do is set aside certain hours of your day for school, and certain hours for practice and sports. You can even extend this planning to certain days for schoolwork, and certain days for sports. A calendar can help you keep track of your schedule, and over time, you'll start to find the rhythm that works for you.
It's also important to get enough rest, especially if you're doing both sports and school! It's something I had to learn the hard way myself. I thought I could just do everything I wanted, but physically, your body still needs rest, especially after strenuous activity. Definitely make time in your schedule for rest days and breaks, too!
Another good way to manage your time, as Patrick mentioned, is setting realistic goals and learning to set boundaries around your time. Some people may want you to take on too many responsibilities and activities at once, so as an athlete, you have to know when to turn things down. If you feel you need more time before you compete in sports events, it's okay!That's another thing I've learned from my experience as a tennis player - I've found I need time to warm up before I go into competition, so I give myself the preparation time I need.
If you set goals you know you can achieve - starting with small but challenging goals is a good idea - you'll do just fine as a college athlete. It's great that you're thinking about this while you're still in high school. I hope some of my advice was helpful for you!
Ask athletic instructors or teachers in your school about ways to manage time. They can help you learn how to balance school and sports.
When you get to college, ask for some advice and guidance from other experienced college athletes.
Practice time management while you're still in high school, so when you get to college, you'll feel more prepared.
This is a great question, and it's something a lot of students go through as they try to balance their athletic activities with school. If you want to be a successful student athlete, time management will definitely be important! One of the things you can do is set aside certain hours of your day for school, and certain hours for practice and sports. You can even extend this planning to certain days for schoolwork, and certain days for sports. A calendar can help you keep track of your schedule, and over time, you'll start to find the rhythm that works for you.
It's also important to get enough rest, especially if you're doing both sports and school! It's something I had to learn the hard way myself. I thought I could just do everything I wanted, but physically, your body still needs rest, especially after strenuous activity. Definitely make time in your schedule for rest days and breaks, too!
Another good way to manage your time, as Patrick mentioned, is setting realistic goals and learning to set boundaries around your time. Some people may want you to take on too many responsibilities and activities at once, so as an athlete, you have to know when to turn things down. If you feel you need more time before you compete in sports events, it's okay!That's another thing I've learned from my experience as a tennis player - I've found I need time to warm up before I go into competition, so I give myself the preparation time I need.
If you set goals you know you can achieve - starting with small but challenging goals is a good idea - you'll do just fine as a college athlete. It's great that you're thinking about this while you're still in high school. I hope some of my advice was helpful for you!
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Patrick Wulteputte
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Being a successful student athlete is challenging but incredibly rewarding. It takes dedication, discipline, and a commitment to excellence both on the field and in the classroom. Here’s my advice to help you manage your time effectively:
* Plan Ahead: Treat your sport like a job with set hours. Use a planner or app to schedule practices, workouts, classes, study time, and even downtime.
* Communicate Effectively: Keep an open line of communication with your professors and coaches. Let them know about your athletic commitments and any potential conflicts.
* Prioritize and Set Realistic Goals: You can’t do everything at once. Prioritize academics and athletics, and set achievable goals for both.
* Learn to Say No: It’s okay to decline social invitations if they interfere with your studies or training. Your true friends will understand.
* Take Advantage of Resources: Colleges offer tutoring services, academic advisors, and study groups. Utilize these resources to stay on top of your coursework.
* Time Management is Key: Break down large tasks into smaller, manageable chunks. Use your time between classes and during commutes wisely.
* Don’t Neglect Your Well-being: Get enough sleep, eat healthy foods, and stay hydrated. Physical and mental health are crucial for peak performance.
Remember, being a student athlete is a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourself, stay organized, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. You’ve got this!
* Plan Ahead: Treat your sport like a job with set hours. Use a planner or app to schedule practices, workouts, classes, study time, and even downtime.
* Communicate Effectively: Keep an open line of communication with your professors and coaches. Let them know about your athletic commitments and any potential conflicts.
* Prioritize and Set Realistic Goals: You can’t do everything at once. Prioritize academics and athletics, and set achievable goals for both.
* Learn to Say No: It’s okay to decline social invitations if they interfere with your studies or training. Your true friends will understand.
* Take Advantage of Resources: Colleges offer tutoring services, academic advisors, and study groups. Utilize these resources to stay on top of your coursework.
* Time Management is Key: Break down large tasks into smaller, manageable chunks. Use your time between classes and during commutes wisely.
* Don’t Neglect Your Well-being: Get enough sleep, eat healthy foods, and stay hydrated. Physical and mental health are crucial for peak performance.
Remember, being a student athlete is a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourself, stay organized, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. You’ve got this!
Chase Woodward
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Chase’s Answer
Hi Luca,
That's a great question. From my time as a college baseball player, my best advice is to use a daily planner. Write down your weekly schedule for both sports and school. Include practice times, test dates, and event dates. This helps you plan ahead and reduces stress. I hope this helps!
That's a great question. From my time as a college baseball player, my best advice is to use a daily planner. Write down your weekly schedule for both sports and school. Include practice times, test dates, and event dates. This helps you plan ahead and reduces stress. I hope this helps!