Navigating the collegiate athletic landscape is a daunting task, especially for international student-athletes who are not only adapting to a new culture but also contending with the stringent eligibi...
Graduating from Iona University in New York, Conor Byrne has recently completed his own US College pathway. It was at Iona where Conor received his BBA in Business Analytics & Information Syst...
For the first time, the College Board is switching the SAT and PSAT from a written to a digital format. Our partners at Revolution Prep are ready to support students and their families through this tr...
Gaining mental toughness is the key to thriving as a student-athlete! Here’s How: Confidence According to financial guru Robert Kiyosaki, “Confidence comes from discipline and training.” Hav...
Study & Play USA is delighted to announce an exciting partnership with global recruitment company Robert Walters Group. The partnership is designed to provide support to ‘in college’ student-a...
For many prospective student-athletes, a lot of unnecessary stress, pressure and anticipation can build in the lead up to National Signing Day. Below we explore the significance of National Signing Da...
In this episode, Study & Play USA Director Chris Bates gains invaluable insights and pearls of wisdom from Kuol Jongoor, a highly impressive young man about to set out on his US college basketball...
US College coaches wear many hats. Most importantly, they assume the role of coach, mentor, recruiter, and manager. However, what they are not is a replacement for your primary/technical coach at home...
In The Huddle Podcast | SEASON 3 | EPISODE 6 In this episode, Study and Play Director Chris is joined by Australian born UCLA Rugby Coach Harry Bennett. They discuss the power of rugby as a connector...
Transitioning to a new country and a new athletic environment is challenging for any student-athlete. Homesickness is common in the first semester while trying to adjust to a new normal. This can be e...
Everyone loves America!With its amazing history, culture and people it’s not hard to see why the United States is one of the most visited places in the world. From the bright lights of New York to the picturesque mountains of Colorado…there really is something for...
Isabelle RobinsonUni: Wayne StateStart Date: August 2018Sport: RugbyWhat are you most looking forward to about going to College?I am most looking forward to meeting my room mates, making new friends and meeting the girls in the rugby team. I am also looking forward to starting...
We love what we do, and we love who we work with – but many do ask, why should we choose Study and Play USA?Read on to find out why US college coaches and families across the globe recommend us to look after your US...
Have you been offered a US college scholarship or would you like to apply for one, but are not sure what course to take?The US college scholarship program is a great pathway to further academic studies and careers. Knowing what future career you want for...
Are you one of many young Australian athletes who wants to continue to develop in the sport that has been a big part of your life for many years? Do you feel you need to choose between study and your sporting dreams?Are you a parent...
We chat to Micheal Zhang, who’s dream is to train and study in the US! We get some great advice on how he balances sport and study as well as some time management tips that keep him on top of his game. As a student athlete,...
Are you one of many young Australian tennis players who wants to pursue a tennis career, but feel you need to choose between study and tennis?Imagine returning from the USA aged 21 with a universally recognised degree behind you, having saved money over the four...
Every year, thousands of young women take their skills onto the softball diamond and turn them into a US college scholarship. And the good news is that US coaches like to recruit out of Australia given our reputation as a strong performing softball nation, our excellent...
by Chris Bates, Founder of UTR Events Australia and Study & Play USAMark down the 20th January 2019 as perhaps what could prove to be a landmark day for the way tennis is played in Australia. And I am not simply referring to Ashleigh Barty’s...
In recent times there has been great debate in North America around the college sports system and the ‘exploitation’ of student athletes to raise revenue for the universities.In Australia, there is no such thing as a free university education via an athletic scholarship. Meaning, the...
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