11.7 for 34 ? players..... what do you think the break down is by position?
Pitchers
Catchers
SS
who gets what and why?
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I could be off, but I think it's actually 11.7 that can go to 25 or 27 players with a minimum of 25% for each award, at least on the athletic side. Academic money could be a separate issue. Roster size is up to 35, but money is limited to the 25 or 27 number
So out of 35 players 25 players get at least 25% but more could go to pitchers? Or a player they really want to sign. Blue chipper type.
I'm new to all of this and I have a son that should play college ball somewhere, and he has a 3.75 gpa right now.
Where could I find info on JUCO scholarships?
Where could I find info on JUCO scholarships?
quote:Originally posted by bacdorslider:
So out of 35 players 25 players get at least 25% but more could go to pitchers? Or a player they really want to sign. Blue chipper type.
bacdorslider,
I am assuming that you are speaking of D1, which is 11.7, max scholarships allowed 27, and max roster allowed 35. That is IF the school fully funds their program, there is nothing that says that anyone has to give ANY athletic money for scholarships (think IVY League), but if you do it has to be 25% minimun. D2 is 9 scholarships with any number allowed and D3 does not give out athletic scholarships.
This should be a question asked during the recruiting process, keep in mind that a coach would much rather award the player academic money (alone or in combination) than just 25%, especially for the above positions that you mentioned.
Hope this helps.
Like TPM said, "If the school fully funds their program". I think you will find that many schools are cutting back, and finding a school that is truly "Fully Funded" is rare these days. Many have said it before... there is more money available via academics.
There are so many variations - school to school it is difficult to predict. I know one program that has a policy of giving ALL of their money to pitchers, and I also know a position player getting 90%. Some programs are fully funded as TPM said and many are not. Basically it comes down to talent. The more talent, the more money.
Don't be afraid to ask this question somewhere in the recruiting process. I don't mean that you have to ask right away, but somewhere along the process if a coach is serioulsy recruiting your son, money and how it is funded can be discussed.
It is true that many programs have cut back on athletic aid, that means that academics along with talent will play a big part in the process.
One thing to watch for, if you don't care it doesn't matter, but as far as conference, if you are looking for a competitive team, the ones that fully fund will be hard to beat vs the ones that don't. JMO.
But BOF is correct, there are so many variations (also depending on top programs vs mid vs lower), it is not one size fits all (never was), and of course the more talented the player, the bigger the reward.
Also, keep in mind that all coaches are different, some will spend more on quality hitters, catchers, ss vs quality pitchers (this goes along with team needs). Park factors also have a lot to do with who they sign, same practice with ML teams signing certain players for their parks.
It is true that many programs have cut back on athletic aid, that means that academics along with talent will play a big part in the process.
One thing to watch for, if you don't care it doesn't matter, but as far as conference, if you are looking for a competitive team, the ones that fully fund will be hard to beat vs the ones that don't. JMO.
But BOF is correct, there are so many variations (also depending on top programs vs mid vs lower), it is not one size fits all (never was), and of course the more talented the player, the bigger the reward.
Also, keep in mind that all coaches are different, some will spend more on quality hitters, catchers, ss vs quality pitchers (this goes along with team needs). Park factors also have a lot to do with who they sign, same practice with ML teams signing certain players for their parks.
The numbers are different for JUCOS. I want to say that JUCOS CAN fund up to something like 24, but I wouldn't swear to that. HOWEVER, there are different JUCO classifications, and, as others have pointed out, every school is different. For example, Spartanburg Methodist, a prominent JUCO in SC, funds less than 5. However, if your son qualifies for lottery money the cost to attend is minimal.
quote:Originally posted by bacdorslider:
I'm new to all of this and I have a son that should play college ball somewhere, and he has a 3.75 gpa right now.
Where could I find info on JUCO scholarships?
quote:Originally posted by bacdorslider:
11.7 for 34 ? players..... what do you think the break down is by position?
Pitchers
Catchers
SS
who gets what and why?
The number of scholarships awarded; see TPM's response. I believe that JUCO's can fund up to 24 if the choose but not absolutely sure.
I would add on thing to BOF's answer, which I agree with, is that the TALENT will determine what they pay and I would couple that with the schools NEED during that recruiting period. If the D1 school is competing with MLB for an athlete then they will likely pay more if they hope to get him!
Generally, Coaches are going to pay more for the better athletes playing the "skill" positions, starting pitching arms, and skilled lead-off contact hitters, and middle of the order power hitters. The priority order would depend on what the real team need is to compete next year and how much of the desired skill the particular recruit possesses.