The top 2-3 players in Texas usually have multiple top D1 athletic scholarship offers and are first or second round draft picks. They sign with a college, but usually sign a pro contract sometime after the draft. High GPA/SAT may help them in bonus negotiations.
The next best 10-15 players in the state usually receive multiple top D1 athletic scholarship offers and may also be drafted in the early rounds in June, depending on signability issues and pro potential. They usually stick with their college decision, but some turn pro if bonus expectations are met. High GPA/SAT may increase their total scholarship package.
The next 40-50 players generally choose between a top D1 program with a minimal athletic scholarship offer (20% or less,) a mid level D1 with good athletic scholarship offer (40-80%), or a top Texas JUCO with a full ride. They have either future pro potential and/or strong performance records against top competition and may be drafted in the mid to late rounds in June. High GPA/SAT may increase their total scholarship package.
Above average and average players in Texas may receive minimal D1 and JUCO offers and good NAIA and DII offers. High GPA/SAT may increase scholarship packages and interest from DIII, Ivy League, and military service academies.
Below average high school players may still be able to play for smaller collegiate programs, but usually do not receive athletic scholarships.
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