We are now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 School Year.  Apply now for the best opportunity to secure your space for 2012-2013 Academic Year.  Application decisions are currently being sent monthly. To learn more, contact the Student-Athlete Advisors listed at the bottom of the page.

The IMG Basketball Academy's post-graduate program is for the student-athlete looking for an extra year to become more physically, mentally or academically prepared for college.

The post-graduate program operates on a nine-month schedule (September-May) in order to prepare young men and women for the hectic schedule of a collegiate student-athlete after they have graduated from a traditional high school. The program is optimized to provide the best in basketball training while enhancing the college recruitment opportunities of the student-athlete.

Competition includes (but is not limited to) top junior colleges and high-level prep tournaments around the nation. Athletes participate in two on-court workouts per day along with daily athletic performance training. Additionally, they receive mentorship and guidance in the college recruitment and selection process. Underclassmen continue to focus on individual skill training. IMG Basketball Academy coaches then work with each player to plan a schedule for individual training, summer camps, tournaments and leagues that will provide maximum opportunity for improvement, development, and exposure in the summer months.

Post-Grad Academics

It's equally as crucial for post-grad student-athletes to continue their academic development while evolving athletically.  Currently, there are two academic options, the IMG Pendleton School, which is located on the IMG campus and the State College of Florida, which is within walking distance.  Enrollment into the IMG Pendleton School will allow you to improve your academic profile and SAT scores, further develop study and writing skills, and take Advanced Placement coursework – which can lead to college credit.  Enrollment in SCF offers you the opportunity to earn college credit and gives you a true taste of college life on a part-time basis.

With a variety of courses available, encouraging instructors and an accommodating schedule, you'll enter college fully prepared academically and athletically.

Program Details/Benefits:

• Dormitory style living with security and a campus-like atmosphere conducive to sports and academics.
• Work with the same IMG Basketball Academy staff members who train NBA players and professionals at every level.
• Participate in the same professional training program used by dozens of current NBA and international players, as well as by college players at all levels of the game.
• Increase college recruiting and scholarship opportunities through extensive exposure.
• College coaches and professional scouts attend at training sessions, workouts and competitive events regularly.
• More intensive training includes practice 3 times a day, 5 days a week and an extended schedule that includes pre-season, winter, and spring competition.
• Compete nationwide against post graduate and junior college teams in games, tournaments and special events.
• Improve individual and team skills through twice-a-day on-court workouts.
• Train with the same specialists from the IMG Performance Institute that work with the game's biggest stars and become stronger, quicker and more explosive.
• Maximize your potential and enhance your athletic engine through focus on movement, balance, and strength with the Combine 360 training platform.
• Benefit from IMG Academies' Mental Conditioning program, which assists players in all phases of mental preparation for maximum performance.
• Participate in game on – our world-renowned program used by professional athletes in all sports to develop interpersonal communication and media skills.

PERFORMANCE ELECTIVES

THE TOTAL ATHLETE is someone who maximizes his or her full potential across all dimensions of performance. Someone who refuses to sacrifice academics for athletics — or vice versa.

Becoming THE TOTAL ATHLETE, however, takes time and commitment. The earlier a student-athlete enrolls at IMG Academies during his or her prep years, the more time they will have to learn, grow, develop and experience all that IMG Academies has to offer, helping them become confident that they can take on the world during their journey through life.

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For registration information, contact IMG Academies at:

Laura Hope, Student-Athlete Advisor
941.752.2458
laura.hope@imgworld.com

or

Tel: 941.752.2600/1.800.872.6425
Fax: 941.752.2531
E-mail: admissions@imgworld.com