Hello LetsRunners,
I currently attend a decent D1 program. I have been unhappy here and am wondering what peoples opinions are on WHEN (not where) to transfer? Would semester be a good time, or is it too late in the year and wait till the end of the year? I feel like I've lost focus here and need a change of scenery.
I would wait until the end of the year. Its just a lot easier preparing for the change over the summer than it is over break. That way you will have plenty of time to meet your new coach and your teammates, plan classes, etc.
The sooner you have a release the better. Aid dries up fast, especially with an early signing date.
If I was to run faster times in the spring, would aid be better then or now?
Always! The faster the better.
SouthEastern Runner wrote:
Hello LetsRunners,
I currently attend a decent D1 program. I have been unhappy here and am wondering what peoples opinions are on WHEN (not where) to transfer? Would semester be a good time, or is it too late in the year and wait till the end of the year? I feel like I've lost focus here and need a change of scenery.
If you have everything in to admissions and are ready to go why wait? What would be your reason for sticking around... if you really are unhappy or the school doesn't fit your needs then it is a waste of time to stick around longer than you need to.
That said, I would be weary of an athlete transferring to my program because they have lost focus or need a change of scenery. I may be misinterpreting what you are trying to get across... but as a coach that sounds like a kid that is either going to transfer again or end up quoting. That is based off personal experiences.
Thank you for your input. The reason for sticking around would be to try and run faster and earn more scholarship for the following year. And no, it's not really just a lost focus like I stated. It is a lot more in depth but I would rather not bore you with the details. Also, me staying here and remaining unhappy is causing me to be "less excited" about working out and is why I stated the "lost focus" if you know what I mean. If I transfer it will be for good.
So your coach is a fvcking prick and you want out. Just say it kid. We've all been there at one time or another.
Does your current city of residence happen to begin with K and rhyme with Oxville?
As a college coach as well, I'd be weary if you are asking me about scholarship or if that is the driving force behind where you go. Your head has to be in the right spot, and chasing scholarship $$$ isn't it if you want to be successful. Choose a school cause you see yourself being successful in the classroom and in your sport.
Hopefully the saying "kids usually transfer for a reason", (meaning they're the problem or never happy) is not the case with you. Good luck.
If your not happy and having trouble focusing; losing your desire to train, etc., then I can assure you that your times will not come down. Find a place, get your things in order and be out of there at semester.
Are you in Louisiana? Trying to find out, maybe I can help you
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