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When choosing a college for sports, it's important to consider more than just the athletic program. Factors like academic reputation, campus culture, and location can all play a significant role in determining the right fit for you. Additionally, building a strong academic and athletic profile can increase your chances of getting noticed by colleges. Making a move to a sports academy, like IMG Academy, can provide valuable opportunities for both athletic and academic development. Keep in mind that the recruitment process is complex, so staying focused on showcasing your unique skills and qualities will help set you apart to potential colleges.

Kai Tamashiro | Liberty Soccer

And so that was a big um aspect about me choosing UN C . Um But I think a big part of kind of choosing where you want to end up going is not just making it because of the sport . Um Obviously , that's a big part of who we are .

Kai Tamashiro | Liberty Soccer

I think it , it , it's very tricky at first . Um You don't really know the level of interest you're gonna get till that June 15th day when colleges can , you know , contact you , of course . Um So it can be very tricky as far as like knowing what level of interest you have , you know .

Kai Tamashiro | Liberty Soccer

Um And I think the biggest thing as far as recruitment is you want to show what makes you different um and unique . I think every prospect is gonna be , especially at the schools that you probably aspire to go to um are all gonna be pretty good . Um And so what makes you different is the biggest thing .

Kai Tamashiro | Liberty Soccer

So it's definitely hard to be seen at first . Um And so making the move uh to Img Academy of Florida at the age of 12 , it was a big move for me . Um definitely hard to leave my family and friends at a young age .

Kai Tamashiro | Liberty Soccer

Um It's just the importance of realizing that your current sample size of your competition is not the whole picture . Um It's way bigger than you think there's way more um athletes who are playing in your position , aspiring to be at the schools where you want to go . Um And so I'd say definitely not comparing yourself to , first of all , don't compare yourself to anyone else but um don't get caught in comparing yourself to just the people in your circle .