<p>Football Parent - I would just reiterate what the other experienced posters above have said. The only guarantee from the Ivy’s is a likely letter. This statement describing the coach’s position: “The coach made it very clear that he was offering a spot on the team and would endorse my son’s app” - doesn’t clearly say that admissions will be offering a likely letter. Having the coach’s endorsement is not the same thing unfortunately, as coaches often endorse and advocate for athletes who are not accepted by admissions. So I’d follow stemit’s advice above - pursue the likely letter as early as possible - I believe they cannot be offered until classes begin in the fall - and I would not close off other doors until you have the likely letter in hand. Best of luck in this exciting process!</p>