Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the NCAA rules for recruiting?
A complete list of rules regarding recruiting can be found by clicking here.

How will Midwest Sports Management help high school players, high school coaches, and college coaches during the recruiting process?
Objective Testing Data: Testing numbers will show coaches all over the country valid information reflecting athletic ability.
Marketing:
The Player Profile is currently the most comprehensive way to present High School Football Players to College Football Programs. The Player Profile answers many of the questions College Coaches have about athletes during the recruiting process.

Education:
MSM, in association with WisconsinPreps.com, presents a free seminar and Q&A session entitled "Junior Day: an introduction to the recruiting process"

Who can take part in the Combine Testing?
Any high school football player who is currently in 10th or 11th grade. Each athlete has to register prior to the day of the Combine. Be aware that each Combine has a maximum number of spaces available. These will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

How do I get Midwest Sports Mangement to host a Combine in my area?
There are several ways to get Midwest Sports Management to host a Combine in your area. First, have the local high school coach agree to sponsor the event. This requires no extra work, but does require a facility at which testing will be completed. Second, host a Combine at a recreation center or a medical clinic. The second option requires 10 athletes to be registered to insure that the Combine Testing will happen. There is currently no minimum number of athletes needed to host a Combine sponsored by a high school coach or high school. The only restricting factor for either of these options is date availability.

What registration or sign-up needs to be completed? On-line registration will guarantee you a position at the Combine and will minimize the amount of paperwork you have to complete the day of the Combine.

Can an athlete update their previous Combine Testing data?
YES! The athlete can either attend an additional Combine in the same calendar year or following year. Midwest Sports Management will replace all the testing data if the athlete decides to update his Player Profile.

How much does it cost to re-test (complete another Combine)?
Any high school football player that decides to complete another Combine to update his testing information can do so for FREE.

How much does it cost to update testing data on any Player Profile?
Once the athlete has updated his testing information, it can be presented on a Player Profile. This testing data can be updated by the athlete for FREE.

When an athlete re-tests, does the entire test have to be completed or can just a few areas be completed?
Any high school football player completing a Midwest High school Combine has to complete each test/measurement. Athletes can only skip certain areas if they currently have a health condition that keeps them from performing. These tests will be reported as "INJ. - Injured."

Will completing the Midwest High School Combine insure every athlete a College Football Scholarship?
There is no guarantee that any athlete will receive a college football scholarship after completing the Midwest High School Combine. What Midwest High School Combine does is increase the visibility of high school football players to College Football Programs across the country. This exposure will increase the chances that a greater number of programs will see what kind of high school athletes are currently available.

Once an athlete's Player Profile is complete, how can they continue to get recruited?
Spread the word! Tell every College coach inquiring about your athletes where they can find a comprehensive Player Profile on each athlete: www.MidwestSports.org Word of mouth advertising is the simplest manner in which to get people looking at your athlete's Player Profiles.

How do I get Midwest Sports Management to Combine Test at my Football Program's summer camps?
To get your camp on Midwest Sports Management Combine Testing schedule, you need to contact us to acquire about open dates.

What are the different ways to find each athlete's information?Once testing is complete all test data will be availble online, free of charge to all athletes and college coaches. If the athlete has an online profile it will be made available through the Rivals.com network on WisconsinPreps.com and MinnesotaPreps.com.

What type of shoes should I bring?
All of our testing ocations use "FieldTurf" which is very similar to grass. We suggest bringing 2 pair of shoes, 1. rubber soled non-cleated athletic shoe (like a basketball or tennis shoe) and 2. any cleated athletic shoe with plastic cleats. The only type of footwear not allowed are cleated shoes with metal spikes.

Do I need to bring a helmet/pads?
No, all the skills testing and drills are non-contact.

Can parents come and watch? Are there stands?
Parents are encouraged to attend although spectator space is very limited. All we ask is that you remain far enough away from the athletes that you do not interfere with the testing.