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Rest Easy!
So, you want to be an elite athlete? What if I told you that you might be missing out on one crucial step in your development, and it...
Feb 25


Test-Blind vs. Test-Optional
With so many colleges adopting test-optional policies , many students are breathing a sigh of relief. But before you entirely scrap your...
Feb 25


College Recruiting Guidelines
I recently renewed my SafeSport certification as a requirement for my accreditation as a USA Rugby & World Rugby Educator. Part of this...
Feb 25


Athlete Strategy: Setting Goals
Guest Post By: Justin Goonan, Universal Sports Strength & Conditioning If you're in your off-season, it's a great time to set some goals...
Jan 28


Winter/Spring Counselor Checklist
It’s the start of a new year, and now is the perfect time to reflect on what went well this last semester and what you can improve on. ...
Jan 27


Day in the Life: Athlete at Babson College
Photo Credit - Reed Santos, Babson College Rugby Reed Santos Year in School: Graduate (Class of 2024) Major: Business with a...
Jan 27


Service: Great for your Community & for College Applications
Why is community service important for colleges? For many colleges, the reason community service is important is less about the total...
Jan 27


Prepare for Potomac Rugby Foundation: College Rugby Fair
Get ready for the 6th Annual Potomac Rugby Foundation College Fair with a special presentation from The Rugger's Edge. ...
Jan 13


Start Now
By Kate Forman, Former Rugger’s Edge Advisor It was late December when a student (a senior) told me he wanted to attend USC and play...
Dec 24, 2024


Use Your Summer Wisely
Yes, I know. It seems silly to even think about summer when there is snow on the ground (at least there is at my house right now!), but...
Dec 24, 2024


Now is the Time: Planning Ahead
If you’re starting your college exploration phase now (highly recommended for Grades 9 & 10 graders, and especially critical for Grade 11...
Dec 23, 2024


College Coaches' Corner: Army West Point
Special Guest Post By: Army West Point Men's Rugby Head Coach, Matt Sherman Changes in the Recruiting Process: Over the years, the...
Dec 23, 2024


Building Your Field Vision
Top rugby players are often praised for their great “field vision” or ability to look at their opposition and put together runs and...
Dec 23, 2024


Next Phase Rugby College Rugby Recruiting
College Rugby Recruiting: Best Practices to Get Recruited and Find Your Perfect Fit This session will walk you through the college rugby...
Nov 29, 2024


Winter Reading List
When the weather outside is frightful, staying curled up with a book is just so delightful! Here are some top books you should read...
Nov 26, 2024


Finding the Right College Program Fit
Too Big! Too Small! One of the most critical things I do when working with a family is helping the student identify rugby programs that...
Nov 25, 2024


Go from good to GREAT with this one step
Add Meditation to your Weekly Practice! It’s not complicated, it’s not religious, it’s not spiritual, and anyone can do it. It’s just...
Nov 25, 2024


Your Outstanding Support
Our child was admitted to Brown Early Decision and accepted. We could not be happier! Thank you SO MUCH for your outstanding support,...
Nov 23, 2024


Your feedback was direct, focused, and helpful
"I wanted to thank you for working with my son, Evan, last year. He applied to seven schools and was accepted by all (UVa, Wake Forest,...
Oct 30, 2024


How To Handle College Coaches
Guest post by Sean Duffy, Head Coach, University of Arizona Men’s Rugby So, you get the call, email, or a coach comes up to you. It’s a...
Oct 15, 2024
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