Anonymous
09/11/2018 12:27
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Anonymous wrote:Also, there's no athletic money for D3, just the merit (grades/test scores) and loans/work study. It can be good for getting a bump into a school that's a bit above where you'd be with just grades/test scores. Recruiting is usually a bit later for it.
The "bump" for admissions for the D3 schools can be worth more than any scholarship.
Anonymous
09/09/2018 21:55
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
I am super impressed by the 3 guys who run VLC so far. They are very organized and sincere.
Anonymous
09/09/2018 08:52
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
They affirmed that prospect days are mostly money makers for the teams. While it may be possible to be seen unless they've reached out in a personal way to the player and invited them, they're not generally worth the money. Most showcases are not worth it either except for UnderArmour, especially the ones held in areas where lax isn't huge yet which give players in the hinterlands of lax a chance to be seen.
Anonymous
09/08/2018 20:55
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Anonymous wrote:It was incredibly useful, especially the Q and A from 3 parents with very different stories of their sons' recruitment. It's clearly a wild ride, full of surprises. Should be driven by the kid in consult with coaches.
When college coaches call club and HS coaches, they generally want to know in the following order GRADES/GPA, is this a good kid (not a troublemaker), are the parents crazy?, and at the end, how's the lax IQ, work ethic etc. Soooo, all you crazy parents on this board better get a grip. Also, never ever carry your kid's gear unless they're very injured. Kids: pick up the water bottles, don't curse out your teammates, cheer them from the sidelines - the college coaches notice.
No ROI for lax - we all knew that anyway.
You will be able to tell if you're a top pick on coach's board because they will tell you and if they offer, they will give $$. You can and should straight up ask if you're not sure. Expect a few discussions over a period of time. When the coach brings you in, they want to see if the kid is driving it or the parents, are the parents sane and is the kid someone they'd like to hang out with during all the training (a complete switch from HS - college lax is 90% training/10% games-eg 17 games allowed for year or something like that). Don't go in talking money - there's not much. 3 pots of $ and you can only get $ from 2: merit, financial aid (loans) and athletic ($12.5 K if school funds and that's for players from all 4 years). So run the calculators and see what you can afford assuming no aid. Make sure kid can see himself there if NOT playing lax (injury or decides to quit).
Coaches will string kids along until dust settles which means lots of kids won't be picked up until summer before senior year and many will be switching around. Only top prospects got calls. Once they commit, things open up. Do not be disapppointed if you don't get called/texted on Sept 1 or you get contact from schools you've never heard of - keep working on your 1) grades and 2) lacrosse.
Don't leave it to fate: by 10th grade, get a list of places you're interested in, develop a short video (make sure coach sees it and it has variety). Start emailing your video link along with GPA, etc to coaches and asst coaches. Keep them apprised of your events.
Ignore the bulk of those prospect emails - run by coaches. Don't waste $. Do UnderArmour though.
Importance of club team play - coaches never go to school games but prefer to see dozens/hundreds at club tournaments.
very helpful thanks - any info about on campus prospect ID days?
Anonymous
09/08/2018 15:26
Subject: Re:VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Thank you for posting this -- I wanted my son to attend but "he knew it all already" 
Anonymous
09/08/2018 13:49
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Also, there's no athletic money for D3, just the merit (grades/test scores) and loans/work study. It can be good for getting a bump into a school that's a bit above where you'd be with just grades/test scores. Recruiting is usually a bit later for it.
Anonymous
09/08/2018 13:15
Subject: Re:VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Anonymous wrote:Thank you. Very helpful.
What was said about D3 recruitment?
Statistically more likely than D1.
30,000+ high school players
800-850 D1 slots
2700 D2/D3 slots
So 2.5% will play D1, and 9% D2/D3.
Anonymous
09/08/2018 13:00
Subject: Re:VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Thank you so much for sharing this information.
Anonymous
09/08/2018 07:01
Subject: Re:VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Thank you. Very helpful.
What was said about D3 recruitment?
What was said about D3 recruitment?
Anonymous
09/07/2018 18:26
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
It was incredibly useful, especially the Q and A from 3 parents with very different stories of their sons' recruitment. It's clearly a wild ride, full of surprises. Should be driven by the kid in consult with coaches.
When college coaches call club and HS coaches, they generally want to know in the following order GRADES/GPA, is this a good kid (not a troublemaker), are the parents crazy?, and at the end, how's the lax IQ, work ethic etc. Soooo, all you crazy parents on this board better get a grip. Also, never ever carry your kid's gear unless they're very injured. Kids: pick up the water bottles, don't curse out your teammates, cheer them from the sidelines - the college coaches notice.
No ROI for lax - we all knew that anyway.
You will be able to tell if you're a top pick on coach's board because they will tell you and if they offer, they will give $$. You can and should straight up ask if you're not sure. Expect a few discussions over a period of time. When the coach brings you in, they want to see if the kid is driving it or the parents, are the parents sane and is the kid someone they'd like to hang out with during all the training (a complete switch from HS - college lax is 90% training/10% games-eg 17 games allowed for year or something like that). Don't go in talking money - there's not much. 3 pots of $ and you can only get $ from 2: merit, financial aid (loans) and athletic ($12.5 K if school funds and that's for players from all 4 years). So run the calculators and see what you can afford assuming no aid. Make sure kid can see himself there if NOT playing lax (injury or decides to quit).
Coaches will string kids along until dust settles which means lots of kids won't be picked up until summer before senior year and many will be switching around. Only top prospects got calls. Once they commit, things open up. Do not be disapppointed if you don't get called/texted on Sept 1 or you get contact from schools you've never heard of - keep working on your 1) grades and 2) lacrosse.
Don't leave it to fate: by 10th grade, get a list of places you're interested in, develop a short video (make sure coach sees it and it has variety). Start emailing your video link along with GPA, etc to coaches and asst coaches. Keep them apprised of your events.
Ignore the bulk of those prospect emails - run by coaches. Don't waste $. Do UnderArmour though.
Importance of club team play - coaches never go to school games but prefer to see dozens/hundreds at club tournaments.
When college coaches call club and HS coaches, they generally want to know in the following order GRADES/GPA, is this a good kid (not a troublemaker), are the parents crazy?, and at the end, how's the lax IQ, work ethic etc. Soooo, all you crazy parents on this board better get a grip. Also, never ever carry your kid's gear unless they're very injured. Kids: pick up the water bottles, don't curse out your teammates, cheer them from the sidelines - the college coaches notice.
No ROI for lax - we all knew that anyway.
You will be able to tell if you're a top pick on coach's board because they will tell you and if they offer, they will give $$. You can and should straight up ask if you're not sure. Expect a few discussions over a period of time. When the coach brings you in, they want to see if the kid is driving it or the parents, are the parents sane and is the kid someone they'd like to hang out with during all the training (a complete switch from HS - college lax is 90% training/10% games-eg 17 games allowed for year or something like that). Don't go in talking money - there's not much. 3 pots of $ and you can only get $ from 2: merit, financial aid (loans) and athletic ($12.5 K if school funds and that's for players from all 4 years). So run the calculators and see what you can afford assuming no aid. Make sure kid can see himself there if NOT playing lax (injury or decides to quit).
Coaches will string kids along until dust settles which means lots of kids won't be picked up until summer before senior year and many will be switching around. Only top prospects got calls. Once they commit, things open up. Do not be disapppointed if you don't get called/texted on Sept 1 or you get contact from schools you've never heard of - keep working on your 1) grades and 2) lacrosse.
Don't leave it to fate: by 10th grade, get a list of places you're interested in, develop a short video (make sure coach sees it and it has variety). Start emailing your video link along with GPA, etc to coaches and asst coaches. Keep them apprised of your events.
Ignore the bulk of those prospect emails - run by coaches. Don't waste $. Do UnderArmour though.
Importance of club team play - coaches never go to school games but prefer to see dozens/hundreds at club tournaments.
Anonymous
09/06/2018 22:22
Subject: Re:VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Anonymous wrote:Was this worthwhile?
Yes, what were the headlines of the forum??
Anonymous
09/06/2018 08:22
Subject: Re:VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Was this worthwhile?
Anonymous
09/02/2018 09:52
Subject: Re:VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
So basically VLC is offering for free what that other VA club charges a grand for?
Anonymous
08/30/2018 08:41
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
Anonymous wrote:VLC is promoting this event:
VLC will be holding our annual College Night on Wednesday, September 5th, from 7:30-9:30 pm at the Paul VI Catholic HS Auditorium (located at 10675 Fairfax Boulevard in Fairfax, VA).
If you have aspirations to play collegiate lacrosse, we will demystify the process and reveal the true ROI. Since inception, VLC has placed 149 Blue Crabs in collegiate lacrosse programs, including 97 in the past five years alone.
This is an event open to all regardless of age and/or club affiliation. Although it will most benefit those currently in HS, anyone is welcome to attend.
VLC Management and Coaches will review the recruiting process (both past and current guidelines), analytics, timelines, financials, processes and expectations. We will also have a VLC Parent Panel comprised of those whose sons are recent commits. They will share their collective experiences and wisdom, and then we will conclude our night with a Q&A session.
Again, it is open to anyone, and there is no need to RSVP – just come.
Very nice
Anonymous
08/30/2018 08:21
Subject: VLC College Night-open to all, Wed 9/5, 7:30
VLC is promoting this event:
VLC will be holding our annual College Night on Wednesday, September 5th, from 7:30-9:30 pm at the Paul VI Catholic HS Auditorium (located at 10675 Fairfax Boulevard in Fairfax, VA).
If you have aspirations to play collegiate lacrosse, we will demystify the process and reveal the true ROI. Since inception, VLC has placed 149 Blue Crabs in collegiate lacrosse programs, including 97 in the past five years alone.
This is an event open to all regardless of age and/or club affiliation. Although it will most benefit those currently in HS, anyone is welcome to attend.
VLC Management and Coaches will review the recruiting process (both past and current guidelines), analytics, timelines, financials, processes and expectations. We will also have a VLC Parent Panel comprised of those whose sons are recent commits. They will share their collective experiences and wisdom, and then we will conclude our night with a Q&A session.
Again, it is open to anyone, and there is no need to RSVP – just come.
VLC will be holding our annual College Night on Wednesday, September 5th, from 7:30-9:30 pm at the Paul VI Catholic HS Auditorium (located at 10675 Fairfax Boulevard in Fairfax, VA).
If you have aspirations to play collegiate lacrosse, we will demystify the process and reveal the true ROI. Since inception, VLC has placed 149 Blue Crabs in collegiate lacrosse programs, including 97 in the past five years alone.
This is an event open to all regardless of age and/or club affiliation. Although it will most benefit those currently in HS, anyone is welcome to attend.
VLC Management and Coaches will review the recruiting process (both past and current guidelines), analytics, timelines, financials, processes and expectations. We will also have a VLC Parent Panel comprised of those whose sons are recent commits. They will share their collective experiences and wisdom, and then we will conclude our night with a Q&A session.
Again, it is open to anyone, and there is no need to RSVP – just come.