The program

New and Next Level.

The YD3 program was developed with a team of experts, college coaches, administrators, and D3 alumni to deliver an innovative and efficacious approach to college recruiting. Our expert partners in financial aid, academic advising, mental wellness and performance, cognitive agency, nutrition optimization, and injury prevention provide insight and advice through program content to support student-athletes and their families.

Most kids don't lose recruiting opportunities because they're not good enough — they lose them because nobody taught them the process in time. We fix that, starting in 8th grade, with a real curriculum and years of one-on-one mentorship, not just a course or a pep talk.
— Patrick Foley, YD3 Head of Student-Athlete Advancement
Patrick Foley ('19) / Johns Hopkins Lacrosse / YD3 Head of Student-Athlete Advancement
One Continuous Program.

YD3 Student-Athlete Advancement.

Begin your recruiting journey as a prospect or recruit based on your class year or stage in the process. Once enrolled, we’ll personalize your program based on your responses to a questionnaire that indicates your recruitment readiness. You’ll then be paired with a mentor who aligns with your sport and any academic and career interests you have. 
 
Then it’s time to begin a different kind of recruiting experience. One that will help you identify and pursue your goals, test your limits, and reach your potential. As part of the program, you’ll utilize a suite of proprietary tools, including The Play Learn Thrive Playbook, Academic Athletic Comparative Evaluation (AACE) Scale, and ProSTAT, a specially crafted and verified student-athlete profile. 

8th and 9th Grades

YD3 Prospect: $80/month

Build the foundational habits, knowledge, and mindset for high school success and your journey to college recruiting. Designed for eighth- and ninth-grade student-athletes beginning to explore college athletics.

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10th, 11th and 12th Grades

YD3 Recruit: $110/month

Navigate the college decision process with individualized mentorship tailored to your sport, background, and current stage. Supporting 10th through 12th grade student-athletes with high school academic and high school achievement and the recruiting process.

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Building the Foundation

YD3 Prospect

For eighth and ninth grade student-athletes looking to build a strong foundation, stack successes, and maximize future recruiting opportunities.

  • Monthly sessions with trained mentors

  • Play. Learn. Thrive. Playbook

  • Live and taped programs with coaches and experts

  • Verified YD3 roster status, AACE Scale, and ProSTAT

This program phase helps you focus on:

  • Athletic development and performance

  • Training, recovery, and wellness

  • Confidence, resilience, and goal-setting

  • Teamwork, leadership, and time management

Pre-Enroll in Fall 2026 Program
Kassidy Lanthier ('26) / WashU Soccer
Navigating the Process

YD3 Recruit

For 10th, 11th and 12th grade student-athletes looking to navigate the Division III recruiting process with confidence. One-on-one support from an experienced mentor helps you understand the landscape of programs, stay organized, and ultimately make a commitment decision with a clear sense of expectations and direction.

  • Individual guidance and support from a YD3 mentor

  • Recruit coach and specialty advisor sessions

  • Live and taped programs with coaches and experts

  • Verified YD3 roster status, AACE Scale, and ProSTAT

This program phase helps you focus on:

  • Recruiting strategy

  • Recruit profile and personal brand

  • Coach connections and communication

  • College fit and evaluation

  • Decision-making and commitment

Pre-Enroll in Fall 2026 Program
Julia Jardina ('25) / Colby Lacrosse

Leverage
Your Latitude.

Our program includes all you need to chart
your course and take flight.

D3 Recruiting
Shane Regan ('26) / UChicago Basketball

The PLT Program

The Play, Learn, and Thrive (PLT) Program, is a mentor-guided, interactive roadmap designed to help student-athletes navigate the college recruiting process. Featuring inspiring stories and insights from Division III student-athletes and coaches, the PLT Program brings together key areas of development, including athletics, academics and personal well-being, to prepare student-athletes for the next chapter of their lives.

AACE Scale

The Academic Athletic Comparative Evaluation (AACE) Scale sorts schools based on the competitiveness of their admissions and recruiting tiers. Created for YD3 by a leading sports data scientist, the model combines academic standards with team performance, factoring in conference strength and schedule difficulty, into one easy-to-understand score. 

ProSTAT

Your ProSTAT (Profile of the Student-Athlete) presents college coaches with the most accurate representation of you as a student-athlete. It showcases your commitment to academics and your sport while highlighting your achievements, interests, and involvements, providing coaches a complete profile of you.