What questions might you ask the players on the team?

  • How many hours a day will athletics keep me from my studies?
  • Does the coach discourage you from taking classes in your major that may conflict with
  • practice?
  • What percentage of athletes will graduate in four years? Five years?
  • Is free tutoring available? How do I arrange for it?
  • Do you like the coach? Why?
  • Do you like the size of the town?
  • Is the city/town affordable?
  • What is the composition of the team?
  • Does the coach have a “B” team?
  • Does the coach take all players that show up or do they also cut players?
  • How many classes will I miss due to athletic commitments? Can I make up tests or work before absences?
  • How much does the team travel?
  • How many hours a day do you study?
  • How many players are on the roster?