Navigating the path from high school athletics to college sports can be overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be. On Wednesday, October 1, at 7 p.m., families are invited to attend a dynamic panel presentation titled “From High School to College: Practical Advice for the College-Bound Student Athlete.” The event will be held at the Golisano Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship, 150 Sawgrass Drive, Rochester.This free, public event brings together a powerhouse lineup of panelists, including:
•Adrian “Woj” Wojnarowski – GM of St. Bonaventure Men’s Basketball and former ESPN reporter
•Scott Fitch – Head Coach of USA Basketball U16 and Fairport High School
•John Serafine – Principal of McQuaid Jesuit High School
•Ashley VanVechten – Head Women’s Soccer Coach, University of Rochester
•John Young – Director of College Counseling, McQuaid Jesuit High School
Some of the topics to be covered include:
•The NCAA Pyramid: Divisions I, II, III
•The Recruiting Process and Communicating with College Coaches
•Prep Schools and Sports Academies
•Scholarship Realities and NIL (Name, Image, Likeness)
•NCAA Academic Eligibility
•Balancing Academics and Athletics
•Understanding Athletic Commitment & “Preferred Walk-On” Status
•Accurately Assessing Your Athletic Abilities
•What Coaches Are Really Looking For
Whether you’re a student athlete, a parent, or an educator, this panel offers invaluable insights to help you make informed decisions about college athletics. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from experts who live and breathe the student-athlete experience.
Admission is free and open to the public. Visit qrco.de/bgJ3Hh or scan the QR code to register and secure a spot.
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