Question for recruited athletes

Christcorp
Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:26:44 +0000

the grades/stats that I mention are the normal range for a normal applicant going through the academy appointment process. As far as athletes go, it is definitely flexible. Now, what that number is, I can’t say.

What I do know however is that if a coach is recruiting your kid, and they “OFFER” them a slot, then the coaches have done their homework and reviewed the recruit. The won’t “OFFER” them a slot if they can’t get them in. So, if they are recruited by Air Force and “OFFERED” a slot, then there’s nothing to worry about. They will even help get the nomination if needed.

My comments were based more for the athlete not being directly recruited. If you can get in on your own, and you’re also a good athlete, then that just makes it easier on the coaches.

FWIW; if you are a good athlete and your grades are in the 2.Xgpa area, the coaching staff “probably” isn’t going to make the kid an “OFFER”. But then again, I’m not the coaching staff. The coaches and recruiters I spoke with did say that they won’t make an offer to a kid unless they know they can get them in.