Webinars & Workshops
Join us online to hear from industry experts who will help inform you more about US sports scholarships, life as a student-athlete and a coach’s perspective on recruitment.
We bring in guest speakers on a regular basis who will provide their own insight and experience on key topics, to help you on your student-athlete journey and help you better prepare for the sports scholarship process. From current and former athletes, to leading coaches, to members of our team, look out for our forthcoming webinars which will inspire and excite you …
Upcoming Webinars
Life as a Freshman College Rugby Player
Aspiring rugby players are invited to join us for a webinar with Ellie-Jane Bowdler, a student athlete at Southern Nazarene University in Oklahoma.
US Soccer Scholarships - Powered by FirstPoint USA
In collaboration with Fulham FC FirstPoint USA - the world’s leading U.S. sports scholarship and university admissions agency-is excited to host an insightful webinar on soccer scholarship opportunities.
Track & Field Scholarships in the USA
We are excited to host an online presentation for families interested in learning more about track & field scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities across event groups. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
Track & Field Scholarships in the USA
We are excited to host an online presentation for families interested in learning more about track & field scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities across event groups. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
The Path to DIII College Tennis with Gustavus Adolphus College
Are you an aspiring college tennis player considering the competitive and rewarding world of NCAA DIII athletics? Join FirstPoint USA for an exclusive webinar featuring Dr. Tommy Valentini, the highly successful Head Men's Tennis Coach at Gustavus Adolphus College! This is your opportunity to get a direct look into what it takes to thrive as a student-athlete at one of the nation's premier DIII programs. The ‘Gusties’ are the third winningest program in the history of Division III tennis and Coach Valentini is a highly decorated tennis player himself. He has guided the program to 13 consecutive MIAC Playoff Championships and 14 regular season titles What You'll Learn in This Webinar: The DIII Tennis Landscape: Understand the levels of DIII men's tennis and where a program like Gustavus Adolphus College fits in the competitive picture. The Coach's Perspective: Hear directly from Coach Valentini about what he looks for in a recruit, including the on-court and off-court requirements for a DIII tennis player. The Gustavus Experience: Get an insider's view of the student-athlete experience at Gustavus, one of the most successful DIII tennis programs in history. Balancing Act: Learn how to successfully manage the demanding balance between academics and athletics at a top liberal arts college. Program & Facilities: Discover the world-class facilities and high-level coaching that have driven the continuous success of the Gustavus Adolphus College men's tennis program. Whether you're exploring your college options or ready to commit, this webinar provides invaluable insights straight from a leading coach. Don't miss this chance to take a major step toward your college tennis career!
Soccer Scholarships in the USA
We are excited to host an online presentation for families interested in learning more about soccer scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities across NCAA, NAIA, and Junior College. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
Soccer Scholarships in the USA
We are excited to host an online presentation for families interested in learning more about soccer scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities across NCAA, NAIA, and Junior College. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
Field Hockey Scholarships in the USA
We are excited to host an online presentation for families interested in learning more about field hockey scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities at top universities. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
Field Hockey Scholarships in the USA
We are excited to host an online presentation for families interested in learning more about field hockey scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities at top universities. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
Rugby Scholarships in the USA
We're hosting an online presentation for families interested in learning more about rugby scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities across men’s and women’s programmes. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
Rugby Scholarships in the USA
We're hosting an online presentation for families interested in learning more about rugby scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities across men’s and women’s programmes. Learn about application timelines, eligibility requirements, and the different pathways available to student-athletes. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support. The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to get expert advice and answers to your questions.
Swimming Scholarships in the USA
We’re hosting an online presentation for families interested in learning more about swimming scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities at top universities. We’ll explain the different collegiate pathways (NCAA Divisions I, II, III, NAIA, and Junior College) and outline the performance and academic requirements expected at each level, including typical standards, roster expectations, and what coaches evaluate beyond raw times. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support, then open the floor for a live Q&A.
Swimming Scholarships in the USA
We’re hosting an online presentation for families interested in learning more about swimming scholarships. Discover what it takes to compete at the collegiate level in the U.S., understand the scholarship process, and explore opportunities at top universities. We’ll explain the different collegiate pathways (NCAA Divisions I, II, III, NAIA, and Junior College) and outline the performance and academic requirements expected at each level, including typical standards, roster expectations, and what coaches evaluate beyond raw times. Alongside the presentation, we’ll include a student-athlete perspective and a ‘day in the life’ look at training, academics, and support, then open the floor for a live Q&A.
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Meet some of our expert speakers
Don’t just take our word for it. Hear from our guest speakers who have studied or worked at some of the best universities in the country, from leading college coaches to successful student-athletes and inspirational sportsmen and women.
Grace Rapp
University of Miami Women’s Soccer Player
An England U19 midfielder, Grace enjoyed four successful season at Miami, playing more than 70 games for the Canes as a mainstay in the lineup. Since graduating from, she has played professionally and now stars for South Melbourne FC in Australia.
Jeff Cook
Penn State University Men’s Soccer Head Coach
With more than 25 years of collegiate and professional coaching success, Jeff has been head coach at NCAA DI Penn State Men’s Soccer since 2018, and as a collegiate head coach has led his teams to 11 NCAA tournaments and six conference championship titles.
Sam Warburton
Two-time British Lions Rugby Captain
One of the foremost rugby players of his generation, Welsh international Sam became only the second player to captain the British & Irish Lions on two tours in 2013 and 2017, and played for Wales 74 times. Now heading up the SW7 Academy strength and condition app, Sam discussed mindset and leadership in helping athletes prepare for life at college in the States.
Rory Corr
Assistant Coach UCLA Men’s Rugby
Northern Irishman Rory has played and coached at the prestigious UCLA and discusses his journey from Ballymena to California as an aspiring young rugby player, providing his insights and advice for those looking to take the step into collegiate rugby.
Lauren Roy
Track & Field Student Athlete University of Texas Antonio
University of Texas San Antonio freshman sprinter Lauren Roy joined our Associate Director of Olympic Sports Laura Kerr to discuss 'Life in the Fast Lane' as a track and field scholar. The Irish runner talks about moving from a small town in Northern Ireland to a big university in Texas.
Russel Knox
PGA Tour Golfer and Jacksonville University Alum
Now a three-time winner on the European Tour and PGA Tour, Russell went from aspiring Scottish amateur golfer to collegiate golf star, before going onto become one of Scotland’s most successful tour professionals in the States.
Webinar Clips
Catch up on all the webinars you may have missed. Listen to our expert speakers discuss topics and colleges to help you gain a scholarship
