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What helped you be successful in college as a Collegiate Athlete?

How were you able to take your experience as a College Athlete and apply that to your professional life post grad?

I am a graduating high school senior who will start college in the fall as a Collegiate Softball player. I would love advice on how to make the most of my college experience.

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Kelly’s Answer

I played a Division I sport in college, and balancing school, sports, and personal life can be tough. Here are some tips: First, stay organized by planning your practices, games, classes, exams, and personal activities in advance. Talk to your professors, classmates, coach, and teammates early if there are any conflicts, and work together to find solutions. Second, keep up with your schoolwork and avoid procrastinating. Third, take advantage of the resources your university offers to student-athletes, like study sessions, tutors, time management help, and counseling. Lastly, remember to have fun! College is an amazing time, and getting to play the sport you love is a dream come true!
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Arielle’s Answer

Being a college athlete can help you develop skills that are valuable both on and off the field! You learn how to work as a team and be a supportive teammate; you learn when to ask for help and when to recognize when a teammate might need extra support. You learn resiliency and how to overcome challenges and push through when things aren't going your way. You learn effective communication so you can strategize with your team on the field. You learn how to set goals and create a plan to work toward them. You learn how to manage your time (being a college athlete & a successful student takes a lot of work - you'll learn how to balance your studies, your sport, and your personal life, without compromising your health). All of these are skills that are will help you excel in your professional career as well!

Personally, I loved being on a team when I was in college. I appreciated the structure that was provided by the practice schedule and the support that came from my team (for example, I loved being able to attend a practice at the end of the day and chat with my team about our days while we did our practice/workout).

Don't be afraid to ask for help! It can be a lot to manage being both a student and an athlete. Ask your professors or TAs questions about your classes (even if you are not struggling with the material, it is great to build relationships with them nonetheless). Talk to your coach about your goals and how you're feeling. Reach out to your teammates and build friendships. Look into other support services offered at your college (mental health support, RA in your dorm or other community resources, etc.). Remember that everybody is rooting for you to succeed (in life and in your sport)!

Congratulations on your high school gradation, and good luck with your future endeavors! It took a lot of hard work to get to this point, so you definitely have the skills you need to succeed in the next steps in your journey!
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