What Your Student-Athlete Needs to Know About Sports Scholarships
My Conversation with Reid Meyer of Student-Athlete Advisors & A2A Academy
I recently spoke with Reid Meyer of A2A Academy and the Student-Athlete Advisors.
Reid always knew that sports would be a significant part of his life. Growing up, he dreamed of playing college sports, and he vividly recalls feeling anxious about second-guessing every decision he made in high school regarding his college opportunities.
After attending four schools in four years and ultimately giving up the sport he loved after just two, Reid realized there had to be a better way to support student-athletes and their families. Following years of schooling, training, and feedback, the A2A Academy emerged as the premier program to assist student-athletes and their families as they navigate one of the most critical decisions of their lives to date.
In our conversation, Reid and I discussed:
The expectations, based on statistics, that students and families should have about playing Division 1 sports
The need to find the right fit college for student-athletes
Why tenacity is needed when it comes to getting noticed by colleges and coaches
Funding opportunities for student-athletes at Division 3 colleges
And much more
Click here to listen to my conversation with Reid:
To connect with Reid and learn more about how he works with student-athletes and families, go to A2A Academy or the Student-Athlete Advisors.
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Introducing the **Summer Opportunities for High School Students** virtual summit—a must-attend **free** event designed for both parents and teens! This engaging series of webinars is your gateway to uncovering a wealth of summer opportunities that can shape your teen's future.
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Mark your calendars! Live sessions are available from **April 14 to 17**—featuring experts and organizations eager to guide your teen on their journey. And don’t worry if you can’t attend live; all registrants will receive access to recordings, so they won’t miss a moment of inspiration.
Seize this chance to help your teen discover their passion and unlock a world of possibilities this summer—completely free of charge! Click here to register for the **Summer Opportunities for High School Students Virtual Summit** now! Make this summer one that will truly count!
Scholarship season for the Class of 2026 is officially open!
Starting your scholarship journey now provides your student with many advantages, including:
Getting a head start with scholarships compared to their peers
More opportunities to earn scholarships
Resume enhancement (a scholarship win on a resume looks great!)
Improved writing skills (needed to do well in college!)
Preparation for the huge scholarships open during senior year
Great practice for the college admissions process
The opportunity to build a set of re-usable essays for future scholarship applications
And much more
However, most families struggle with the scholarship process, which is why we are proud to introduce…
The Class of 2026 Scholarship Navigator Program
This program includes:
Bi-weekly webinars: A new topic or scholarship will be covered in depth during these live webinars. Plus, time will be allotted for Q&A.
Online Support: You'll have direct email access to Dave The Scholarship Coach, a seasoned expert in the field. Dave is here to help you navigate the complex world of scholarships and get your questions answered!
A custom list of scholarships for which your Class of 2026 grad is eligible. Your student’s custom list will include a minimum of 20 scholarships, including national and local scholarships (if local scholarships are available) and a mix of small and large scholarships.
Personalized help with one scholarship application & essay each week. These can be any scholarships of your choice, not just scholarships from your custom list.
Access to the Scholarship GPS Course, where students can learn best practices for scholarship success. Lessons include: How/Where to find scholarships, application and essay best practices, sample scholarship-winning essays, and much more.
To learn more, go to https://www.scholarshipgps.com/2026navigator
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