Ryan Allen of Informed Athlete gives tips on what questions student-athletes should ask during their exit interview with their college baseball coach.

The arrival of preseason also means that the best time of year is right around the corner.    Now is the time that is most crucial for players to become routine regimented, both on the field and in the classroom.  Whether you are a high school or college athlete, your first priority is always your [...]

Ryan Allen, former Mizzou & Central Missouri pitcher, gives advice to high school seniors who did not sign a National Letter of Intent in November.

For all freshmen and newcomers, it is important to go into Fall practice and expect to challenge for playing time immediately. Don’t be content with just going along for the ride. Make the decision harder on your coaches by showing that you are a viable option to contribute right away. For this to properly happen, [...]

In his discussion with Rick Allen, Josh Holliday, a nationally recognized assistant coach, shares valuable insights into the recruiting process from a coaches’ perspective.

Ryan Allen of Informed Athlete gives advice on things to consider if an athlete is considering transferring from their current school to another.

Can it actually be better to be a non-recruited walk-on to a Division I baseball team compared to a player who’s been actively recruited to join that team?  It can be when a baseball player desires to transfer from one Division I program to another!  As many of you know, in Division I baseball, a [...]

With the season again ending for more teams over the weekend and summer ball fast approaching for some players, and already underway for most, it is important for each player to have a plan in place to get something accomplished in preparation for their return to school in August. Summer can be vital for any [...]

Rick Allen, Founder of Informed Athlete, talks about the NCAA college baseball transfer rules and one-time exception.

It is common for athletes to transfer from one school to another in the middle of the academic year.  Here are some general reminders about midyear transfer situations.     1. Baseball players transferring TO an NCAA Division I program at midyear cannot be eligible until the following academic year.  This is true regardless of whether the athlete [...]

If you are going through the college athletic recruiting process or will be soon, the information in Rick Allen’s new book could save you THOUSANDS of dollars.  Allen’s new book Both Sides of the Plate – Insider Secrets for Navigating the College Baseball Recruiting Process  is now available for $17.95 + $4.75 shipping.     Decisions made during [...]

Informed Athlete is very pleased & proud to announce the addition of Ryan Allen to our team. Ryan completed his final year of college baseball eligibility in May after playing 3 years for the University of Missouri (2006-2009) and 1 year (2010) for the University of Central Missouri.  He will graduate in May 2011 from [...]