Cyclone Student-Athletes,

Welcome Back to campus! We are happy to see everyone back. 

Returning Cyclones, this time of year is to catch up with teammates, roommates, and friends. A time to get back into the swing of classes and the grind of the sports schedules. But for Incoming Cyclones this is a time of uncharted territory, an exciting but hectic time. 

This is where you are now on your own with your own time. It can be overwhelming for many trying to juggle class schedules with practice schedules and trying to meet new people all at the same time. It was overwhelming when I first started college and I struggled my first semester and my grades reflected that. But that does not have to happen to you. 
Many student-athletes have been successful, and many have not. But here are some tips for student athletes to be successful.

1. First thing to know is that every person you meet in college can be a resource for you.

        Classmates, coaches, admissions, professors, university staff all have something to offer. Networking is important for personal growth and career growth for the future

2. Be Organized

• Create daily/weekly schedules to plan accordingly and efficiently.
• Find a note taking system that works for you
• Avoid Procrastination

3. Study!  

• Get studying early and ahead of time
• Utilize and take Study Hall seriously
• Find someone to study with from class

4. Communication is Key

• Establish communication with coaches, teammates, and professors it will build a strong relationship
• Ask questions.  The answer is out there.
• Speak up if you are having trouble

5. Get to know your professors

• Introduce yourself and take advantage of office hours
• Communicate about schedules and schedule changes
  • They will appreciate this

6. Take care of YOU!
   • Get the proper sleep. Take naps.
   • Eat the correct foods (Do not drink energy drinks: Bang, Celsius)
   • Visit the Athletic Training Room!  You will be sore.

Remember you are a student first. Take these tips as the first step to become a successful STUDENT-athlete.  The Sports Medicine staff wishes each of you a great and healthy semester. 
 
Matt Togno MS LAT ATC                              James Peer MS LAT ATC                               Kyra Weren LAT ATC
Head Athletic Trainer                                   Assistant Athletic Trainer                             Assistant Athletic Trainer