<p>Our experience with the NESCAQ is that its very competitive but for some sports more than others, lacrosse, football being the top two. Some are now score optional, don’t remember which ones. They are all very competitive schools and the coach does not have a lot of pull, the grades in other words have to be in range. It has become an increasingly competitive process but if you can take the testing scores out of the equation that just might make the difference for your son. Good luck.</p>