The NCAA released their transfer portal data on DI & DII student-athletes. A few quick takeaways:
▪️Full-rides are rare, very rare at all levels
▪️35% of DI male S-A in the portal are not receiving any athletic aid. 22% of women were not.
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Nik Rule
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Nik Rule
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Commissioner - Heart of America Athletic Conference | BOSCA Associate | Former College AD & Coach | Athletics Consultant
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- Replying to @NikRuleFinally… 🔘 If I was the parent of a high school student-athlete that wants to compete in college athletics, I’m advising them to find the right fit, not focus on what is highest profile. Transferring can be really hard on young people and a financial burden long-term as well.
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- Replying to @NikRule▪️Many of these S-A’s are finding homes in the NAIA for better balance in life & continued high-level competition. Mental health was the top reason associated with DI & DII student-athletes leaving. Smaller schools that compete at a high level can be ideal destinations. 3/3
- Replying to @NikRule▪️Nearly half of the DI transfers from 2022 ended up NOT transferring to a NCAA school. 🤯 ▪️500+ DI MBB players in the portal never found another NCAA opportunity. There are simply more student-athletes in the portal than opportunities. 2/
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