Just another suggestion. Perhaps when you go to these camps, take a SMALL packet of information with you, like a copy of the unofficial HS transcript, and a copy of your best SAT or ACT scores, maybe a schedule of upcoming games. Three pieces of paper stapled together, perhaps with a photo of the player somewhere (like on the schedule). Gives the coaches something to have in their hands about your player, as well as solid proof of the academics, and if they are interested, where and how they can see him play without them having to contact you again for more information. Makes their jobs a little easier. If they are interested, they have the info in hand, if not, they don't have to keep the packet. If they don't have a need at your position, then perhaps they pass the packet on to another coach they know who does have a need at your position.
Just a thought.
The coaches listed on the Headfirst roster always show up. It can be helpful to send a note to the coaches at schools you are interested in, prior to the camp. That way you might already be on their radar screen when you show up.
If my son goes as a Sophmore to Jupiter camp in November 2009, he will not have taken the SAT or ACT. Is there any real value in going to Headfirst without an ACT or SAT score? Son's GPA is excellent while enrolled in Pre-AP/AP classes.
FLDad,
Not sure if attending after freshman year is a good idea, it is expensive. He may wait to attend after your sophomore year and then attend one of their summer events after junior year. Headfirst is great for being seen by a lot of great academic schools, but you can get lost in the shuffle, especially if you are not a pitcher or catcher. Make sure he emails the coaches his information before attending these events and a video helps a lot. It does not have to be professionally done. Also a lot of the same coaches, although not as many attend the Perfect Game Academic Showcase in Ft. Myers. Hope this helps.
Not sure if attending after freshman year is a good idea, it is expensive. He may wait to attend after your sophomore year and then attend one of their summer events after junior year. Headfirst is great for being seen by a lot of great academic schools, but you can get lost in the shuffle, especially if you are not a pitcher or catcher. Make sure he emails the coaches his information before attending these events and a video helps a lot. It does not have to be professionally done. Also a lot of the same coaches, although not as many attend the Perfect Game Academic Showcase in Ft. Myers. Hope this helps.
The main benefit of going prior to the summer after Junior year would be for the experience. Not just the experience of a showcase/camp which you can get any where, but the experience of talking to college coaches. This is invaluable and you won't get it at a lot of other places.
My son went after his freshman year and again after his junior year. There was a coach there who remembered him from his earlier visit and ended up inviting him for a campus visit.
Making contact with the coaches prior to attending Headfirst is an excellent idea. This way they already have an idea of who you are when you introduce yourself to them. My son was walking the grounds between games and a coach came up to him and addressed him by name. The coach said he recognized my son from the picture on his athletic profile that he was sent.
The important thing to remember is to be proactive in talking to the college coaches. Go up to them and introduce yourself. Don't wait for them to find you. There wasn't one college coach who wouldn't give my son a few minutes of his time when he attended as an undeclassman.
My son went after his freshman year and again after his junior year. There was a coach there who remembered him from his earlier visit and ended up inviting him for a campus visit.
Making contact with the coaches prior to attending Headfirst is an excellent idea. This way they already have an idea of who you are when you introduce yourself to them. My son was walking the grounds between games and a coach came up to him and addressed him by name. The coach said he recognized my son from the picture on his athletic profile that he was sent.
The important thing to remember is to be proactive in talking to the college coaches. Go up to them and introduce yourself. Don't wait for them to find you. There wasn't one college coach who wouldn't give my son a few minutes of his time when he attended as an undeclassman.
Anyone have any recco's on where to stay if you are attending the Headfirst Camp in Richmond?
Comfort Inn (VA306)
24058 Welcome Way Drive , Ruther Glen, VA, US, 22546
Phone: (804) 448-1144
Not much else around that is close. The real problem is finding something to eat. Subway at the Truck Stop was popular and an Italian place.
24058 Welcome Way Drive , Ruther Glen, VA, US, 22546
Phone: (804) 448-1144
Not much else around that is close. The real problem is finding something to eat. Subway at the Truck Stop was popular and an Italian place.
Days Inn in Ruther Glen wasn't too bad. Avoid the Quality Inn in Ruther Glen. None of the hotels in Ruther Glen are top notch, but they are close to the fields.
There aren't too many good places to eat in Ruther Glen either. There is an italian restaurant near the corner of Center Dr. and Jefferson Davis Hwy that is ok. There was a group of Headfirst guys in there the night we went.
There aren't too many good places to eat in Ruther Glen either. There is an italian restaurant near the corner of Center Dr. and Jefferson Davis Hwy that is ok. There was a group of Headfirst guys in there the night we went.