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According
to a 2006 NCAA survey, 70.3% of student-athletes interviewed
regretted not being able to study abroad or participate in internships
due to their athletic commitment.* That is 7 out of every 10 players on
your team! Coaches, you have the power and authority to revolutionize
this
statistic. With your support and encouragement, athletes can now
have these experiences with Global Players. Everybody wins.
You might feel as if you missed this opportunity yourself as a college athlete. Many athletes felt this way. But what we’ve found is that university graduates now – more than ever before – need international experience to prepare for the job market and globalization.
Global Players is a study abroad program designed for student-athletes. We offer all the benefits of existing study abroad programs with the added elements of sport-specific training and tournament play. Our GP pillars Learn. Play. Travel. Serve are characterized by academic coursework, athletic training, international travel experience, and community service.
Here are some of the benefits you can expect:
Rest assured that we are committed to working with you so you feel comfortable and confident sending your players abroad. As former NCAA Division I student-athletes ourselves, we know and understand your expectations so we've designed the program in line with those expectations.
Although you’re busy with practice planning, recruiting, pre-season training, and just plain daily life – your feedback is especially appreciated. If you would like to drop us a note, nominate a player, or ask any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. This is a fantastic opportunity for your players, your program, and your university; you're support and encouragement means a lot to them, and to us.
*O’Hanlon, Potuto. “National Study of Student Athletes Regarding Their Experiences as College Students”.
You might feel as if you missed this opportunity yourself as a college athlete. Many athletes felt this way. But what we’ve found is that university graduates now – more than ever before – need international experience to prepare for the job market and globalization.
Global Players is a study abroad program designed for student-athletes. We offer all the benefits of existing study abroad programs with the added elements of sport-specific training and tournament play. Our GP pillars Learn. Play. Travel. Serve are characterized by academic coursework, athletic training, international travel experience, and community service.
Here are some of the benefits you can expect:
- Athletes earn summer credits which can translate to taking a lighter course load in season
- Athletes stay in shape from weekly practice, tournament play, speed and agility training
- Athletes are mature and focused after traveling through Europe, experiencing new languages and cultures, having to adjust and think on their feet
- Athletes return better leaders and communicators after hosting clinics for international clubs, participating in other service projects, and through Toastmasters public speaking sessions
Rest assured that we are committed to working with you so you feel comfortable and confident sending your players abroad. As former NCAA Division I student-athletes ourselves, we know and understand your expectations so we've designed the program in line with those expectations.
Although you’re busy with practice planning, recruiting, pre-season training, and just plain daily life – your feedback is especially appreciated. If you would like to drop us a note, nominate a player, or ask any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. This is a fantastic opportunity for your players, your program, and your university; you're support and encouragement means a lot to them, and to us.
*O’Hanlon, Potuto. “National Study of Student Athletes Regarding Their Experiences as College Students”.
Student Athlete Exchange, L.L.C. 2021 Powers Ferry Rd, Unit J, Marietta, GA 30067 info@global-players.us