Recruiting No two athletes or playing careers are the same. When considering what athletic path to take, it's important to understand ins and outs and the pros and cons of getting involved in the recruiting process. NCSA is the world's largest and most successful collegiate athletic recruiting network. Read NCSA stories Presented by Five Major Differences Between High School and College Sports There’s a whole new dimension added to practice when you’re in college Best Colleges for 2020 Best Field Hockey Colleges November 28, 2019 Deciding to compete in college can be a game changer for student-athletes. Best Track and Field Colleges December 2, 2019 Looking for the best track & field colleges? Check out our Top 5 by division. Best Beach Volleyball Colleges June 2, 2023 Best Swimming Colleges November 21, 2019 Many high school swimmers have dreams of competing in the Olympics, while others simply want to compete collegiately. 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