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Why Checking NCAA Eligibility Early Beats Exposure
Exposure does not fix eligibility problems. Coaches cannot recruit athletes they cannot admit or keep eligible.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
6 days ago3 min read


Eligibility Over Exposure: Why Canadian Athletes Must Get This Order Right
Eligibility over exposure means prioritizing academic eligibility, core courses, grades, timelines, and compliance before chasing showcases, camps, and visibility.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Jan 66 min read


Understanding NCAA vs U SPORTS Scholarships for Canadian Athletes
A clear breakdown of NCAA vs U SPORTS scholarships for Canadian athletes and how to compare real costs.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Dec 16, 20254 min read


How to Choose Between NCAA and U SPORTS for Canadian Student-Athletes
How to choose between NCAA and U SPORTS for Canadian student-athletes based on goals, academics, and long-term fit.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Dec 16, 20254 min read


Do I Need a Recruiting Service?
College coaches do not rely on recruiting services to find players. They use game film sent directly by athletes, club and high school coach recommendations,

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Dec 15, 20254 min read


Your First Collegiate Goal: The Starting Point for Every Student-Athlete’s NCAA Journey
Your first collegiate goal isn’t about scoring. It’s about starting. For every student-athlete, the real first goal happens long before you step onto the field. It begins with understanding NCAA eligibility, building strong grades, and planning the academic path that will open doors to your future. Setting your first collegiate goal means taking that first intentional step toward becoming a recruitable athlete, and that journey starts today. What Does “First Collegiate Goal”

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Oct 14, 20255 min read


NCAA Guidance Handbook for Canadian Guidance Counsellors
NCAA Guidance Handbook for Canadian guidance counsellors. Give accurate NCAA advice with a Canada focused guide.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Sep 21, 20253 min read


Understanding NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO Eligibility for Canadian Athletes
Canadian athletes who start at a junior college (JUCO) and aim to compete in U.S. university sports face a complex set of rules.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Aug 12, 20253 min read


New Brunswick Core Course Tracker: Your NCAA Eligibility Made Simple
Stay NCAA-eligible with the New Brunswick Core Course Tracker, built for student-athletes to track approved courses and GPA easily.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Aug 9, 20253 min read


NCAA Recruiting Calendars Explained for Canadian Athletes
NCAA recruiting calendar, in plain English for Canadians. Learn when to email, visit, and send film, and link to tools that keep you eligible.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Aug 8, 20256 min read


Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA Core Courses
Track Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA core courses to stay eligible. Use our tools to simplify your academic path to the NCAA.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Aug 6, 20253 min read


NCAA Core Courses for Nova Scotia: What Counts for Eligibility?
If you're a Nova Scotia student-athlete planning to compete in the NCAA, knowing which high school courses count is essential.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Aug 4, 20253 min read


NCAA Core Courses for British Columbia
Discover which BC high school courses count for NCAA eligibility and download your province-specific tracker.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Aug 4, 20252 min read


How Do NCAA Core Course Requirements Differ Across Canadian Provinces?
If you're a Canadian athlete trying to play NCAA sports, you’ve probably asked: How do NCAA core course requirements differ across Canadian provinces?

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Jul 6, 20253 min read


Can I Get Expert Advice on NCAA Eligibility for Athletes in Toronto?
If you're a Toronto-based athlete wondering whether you can get expert advice on NCAA eligibility, the answer is absolutely.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Jul 4, 20253 min read


How to Calculate NCAA Core Course GPA for Ontario Students
If you're an Ontario student-athlete with dreams of playing NCAA sports, calculating your core course GPA is one of the most important eligibility steps.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Jul 4, 20253 min read


Understanding NCAA Redshirt Rules: What Canadian Athletes Need to Know
Learn everything about NCAA redshirt rules for Canadian athletes, including how redshirting impacts your eligibility and playing career.

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Mar 30, 20253 min read


Legal Challenge to NCAA's Five-Year Rule: What Canadian Athletes Need to Know
In March 2025, Canadian safety and Rutgers transfer Jett Elad filed a lawsuit against the NCAA over its five-year rule , which controls...

Collegiate Goals Editorial Team
Mar 30, 20254 min read


NCAA Eligibility Extension After JUCO: What Canadian Athletes Need to Know
In a monumental move, the NCAA has extended eligibility for former junior college (JUCO) athletes and those from non-NCAA institutions

Kyle Hockridge
Jan 6, 20253 min read
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