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Keystone Sports is Europe’s leading college sports recruiting company. With 8 placement brands and more than 100 employees, we help international athletes play college sports and secure sports scholarships in the U.S.
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College sports, or college athletics, are sports practiced by students while being enrolled at a university or college in North America. This means that as a student who also has a sport background, you can continue practicing and compete in your sport while studying towards a degree as a “student-athlete”.
International students can also play college sports and become student-athletes in the U.S. This gives them a chance to continue their sport while studying abroad.
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Many colleges and universities offer scholarships for college athletes.
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Improve your skills with experienced coaches and competitive teams.
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Live and study in the U.S. while being part of a team.
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Participate in national tournaments and games that are often televised.
The largest U.S. collegiate sports organisations—the NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA—recognise 24 major varsity sports. Sports outside these main organisations, such as rugby, gymnastics, equestrian, and triathlon, are managed by independent associations.
Colleges are grouped into divisions, which determine the size of the athletic programme and the level of competition. Larger universities typically compete in higher divisions, with greater attendances and more resources, while smaller colleges may offer a more personalised environment with significant development opportunities.
College sports are organised into three main seasons: autumn, winter, and spring. Each sport has an official competition period within one of these seasons, which is when most games and tournaments are held. However, athletes continue to train year-round, even during periods when they are not officially competing. Some teams may play friendly matches or hold special events during the off-season to stay in shape and improve their skills.
Even if your sport isn’t one of the 24 main college sports, you can still become a student-athlete. Over the years, we’ve helped athletes from more than 30 different sports get recruited and earn athletic scholarships.
Understanding eligibility rules is essential to achieving your college sports dream. Requirements like school grades, core classes, and amateur status vary by division. At Keystone Sports, we break down the rules into simple steps and keep you eligible to compete.
Keystone Sports has a dedicated team of experts in college sports, and all are former student-athletes. They know the skill and commitment needed to get recruited. With our experience, extensive network, and strong connections with schools and coaches across the U.S., we help you find the perfect match.