Timeline & Planning

What should a 10th grader (sophomore) do for fencing recruiting?

Expert guidance for fencing athletes pursuing college recruitment

Quick Answer

Sophomore year is the critical year to begin active recruiting outreach. By this point, you should have at least one full season of national competition results on your JNPL record. Key actions: send initial emails to coaches, attend ID camps at target schools, and continue building your national ranking through NACs and Summer Nationals.

Key Points

  • Send initial recruiting emails to your target school list
  • Attend 1–2 college ID camps at programs you're interested in
  • Build your JNPL ranking through consistent NAC attendance
  • Prepare your recruiting profile (one-page athletic resume)
  • Research academic requirements at target schools and adjust your course load

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