You are very fortunate to have this opportunity.
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Congrats! What sport? My son is in same situation - and has offers at different SA.
Our daughters coach had strong recommendations for where he would like her placed based on her file & sport (which is not offered during prep). He indicated he would be having the current recruit in cgas this year, be in contact with her so she can get a great idea of whats in store, what prep is like and how to move though the process. They're expected to connect during Christmas break. Lastly, I was able to connect with that prepsters mother and get a ton of info! If you haven't yet, peek at the FB scholars page, there's lots of info and real-time from the parents. With that in mind, we have a good idea of where would would "wish" for and it aligns with his rec.
You DO NOT want one of your friends to be your cadre. You’d think it would be helpful, but it’s the opposite. Part of the job of the cadre is to break you down and they’ll use any little thing they can get their hands on and turn it against you. Seriously! Some of the stories from our 4/c this year after swab summer and even what she wrote in letters was nuts.
It’s also advantageous for both the team and the athlete. It’s like a redshirt year, a time for more physical development, only the athlete gets to play in games. Most athletes in D3 that USCGA will compete against will play 4 years, then graduate and move on. CGAS athletes will be a year older and in their 5th season when they are 1/C.
I think it really depends on your sport. I believe they often will place you in a certain prep school depending on what your sport is. Sport options vary across the prep schools and some are more limited than others. You can probably get better/more current info from your future coach and whomever he may get you in contact with.
CONGRATULATIONS!
You should be proud of your accomplishments! I would suggest researching and connecting with others who have experienced CGAS. My DS is accepted to the class of 28' and will be joined by a friend who went to CGAS. They will be classmates. Ultimately they had different paths to USCGA but will arrive to the same challenges and opportunities by a slightly different course. You have been offered a rare and uniquely challenging opportunity. Take the time to reflect on your accomplishments and understand the opportunity before you. Those who have been there will be your best resource for information on what to expect. Rejoice! Such a great accomplishment!
Do all athletes get sent to NAPS? NO. The sport they are playing will determine where they are sent. Football goes to NAPS.
No, not all athletes get sent up to NAPS. This year there is about 18 football recruits, 2 male lacrosse recruits, 1 basketball recruit, 2 female track recruits, and one female lacrosse recruit.
you want to join our insta gc for cgas if you aren’t already in it ? Its like 40 of us
