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College Recruitment & Performance Coaching

Learn from a Yale Olympic Champion and UC Berkeley Graduate. College recruiting advice, training plans, and technical coaching from those who have succeeded at the highest level.

Jack Gosden-Kaye, Berkeley ‘19

Ex-GB Athlete, All-Pac-12 Team

Former Hinksey Sculling School Coach

Sholto Carnegie, Yale ‘18

Olympic Champion Men’s 8, Paris 2024

Double World Champion ‘22 & ‘23


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College Consulting Services

Our bespoke service guides you through the college recruiting process and all elements of college application process. We help you improve your 2k erg score, give you select athletic recruitment strategies and college application support.

How can we help you get to your dream University?

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Talk to us to see where you stand in your recruiting journey. Find out how you can optimize your training.

Real Experiences: Hear from Our Clients

  • Mother, London - Daughter Admitted to MIT

    I am so grateful for the incredible support my daughter received from Jack and Sholto - not just in preparing for US college applications but in every part of her development as a rower. Jack and Sholto helped her grow in confidence and take ownership of her training, notwithstanding a serious injury. Their approach included 2k strategy mindset and nutrition. At all times their advice was thoughtful and personalised and they cared about her progress - on and off the water. It made a huge difference to my daughter to have Jack and Sholto in her corner and guiding her through the demands of the sport and the complexity (and time and intensity) of US college applications was cumulative. Their calm and consistent guidance made the difference.

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FAQs

What is Athletic Recruiting?

College coaches can influence admissions. At many top U.S. universities - especially those with strong athletic programs - coaches have the ability to support applicants they want on their team. This support can significantly boost your chances of being admitted.

You still need strong academics, but when a coach backs your application, the admissions office may prioritise you as a recruit. This creates a unique pathway into highly competitive schools.

What’s your college recruitment strategy?

We help athletes to:

  1. Create personalized pathway, mapping out your recruitment journey with precise timelines and athletic/academic goals.

  2. Identifying best-fit programs that align perfectly with your athletic abilities, academic strengths, and future goals.

  3. Evaluate your all aspects of your athletic performance and help you improve your rowing through expert rowing coaching tailored to you.

  4. Elevate your academics and perfecting your college application. Our tailored approach sets you apart from other athletes in the highly competitive recruitment landscape.

Does Crew Connection help with scholarships?

Absolutely, Crew Connection has your back. We understand that searching for scholarships can be daunting, especially when figuring out your eligibility. We guide you through the process and discover the opportunities that match your unique profile.

Why do I need Crew Connection?

Becoming a collegiate athlete is a significant investment, both in time and money. While you could try handling your college recruitment on your own, it's a complex and time-consuming process. At Crew Connection, we understand the demands and intricacies involved. We support you, so you can achieve the results your family desire without the stress.

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