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Mark your calendars and get ready to cheer on the nation's next generation of collegiate stars on National Signing Day, which takes place every year on February 7! On this special day, high school athletes across the nation officially make their college decisions, signing binding National Letters of Intent to the NCAA Division I and II schools of their choosing. This tradition, which has been an eagerly anticipated event in the collegiate sports world since its inception, also serves as the official start of many promising athletic careers. Especially big with college football, the day gained even more significance in 2017 when an additional signing day was introduced in December. Join the hustle and bustle of National Signing Day and witness the excitement as dreams are realized and the future of collegiate sports takes shape!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signing Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) inaugurates the National Letter of Intent, initiating the tradition of signing day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1982</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spotlight on National Signing Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The sports media starts covering National Signing day on a national scale, giving the event increased attention.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Live Broadcast</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Signing Day is broadcasted live on television for the first time ever by ESPN, marking a new era in its history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Online Streaming Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the advancement of technology, National Signing Day coverage moves online, reaching a far wider audience.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Fan Involvement</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fans become more and more engaged in the event with the rise of signing day parties and prediction competitions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Early Signing</div><div class='timeline-text'>An additional signing day is introduced allowing recruits to sign with their college team more than a month before the regular signing period in February.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Throw a Signing Day party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Host a National Signing Day party at your home or local sports bar to celebrate and witness your favorite high school stars make their commitments. Decorate the venue with pennants of different colleges and prepare a feast of traditional stadium grub like hot dogs, nachos, and pretzels.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Craft your own Letter of Intent</h3><p class='facts-text'>Not an athlete? No problem! Celebrate the spirit of the day by drafting your own 'Letter of Intent,' outlining your goals for the upcoming year. This can be goals for self-betterment, career ambitions, or any other personal aspirations you have in mind.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Participate in a Signing Day run</h3><p class='facts-text'>Commence the day with a fun morning jog wearing your favorite collegiate team's colors or jersey. Invite a group of friends to participate and commence the day in a healthy, spirited fashion.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Visit a local high school</h3><p class='facts-text'>Be part of the local hype and action by visiting a nearby high school on Signing Day. The energy in these schools is palpable and it's a fantastic way to show support for youth sports and your local community.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Make a donation to a sporting charity</h3><p class='facts-text'>In the true spirit of supporting young athletes, consider donating to a sports charity that aids underprivileged children by providing them with sports equipment, scholarships, or training facilities. Confirming your commitment to contribute to the future stars of tomorrow can be a meaningful gesture for National Signing Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrates Athletic Achievements</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Signing Day celebrates the academic and athletic achievements of high school athletes. It's a day where students are recognized for their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to their sport. It's also a chance for friends, family, and community members to express their pride and support for these young sports stars.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Start of Exciting Athletic Careers</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Signing Day marks the official start of many promising athletic careers. For many athletes, signing a binding National Letter of Intent is the first significant step towards realising their professional athletic dreams. It signifies that a college or university recognizes their talent and sees potential in their athletic ability.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Community Involvement and Support</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Signing Day brings together communities as they rally around their local high school athletes. This day offers a chance for schools, friends, and family to create events celebrating the athletes, their accomplishments, and the commitments they are making. It serves as a moment of unity and celebration within a community, underlining the power of sports.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not All Athletes Make Their Decision on National Signing Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contrary to popular belief, not all athletes make their decision on National Signing Day. Some athletes choose to make their decisions earlier or later, depending on various factors such as coaching changes, scholarship offers, or personal circumstances.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Division III Schools Do Not Participate in National Signing Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>While Division I and II schools participate in National Signing Day, Division III schools do not. This is because Division III schools are not permitted to offer athletic scholarships.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Athletes Often Use Creative Ways to Announce Their Decisions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Athletes often reveal their college choices in creative ways during National Signing Day events, such as unzipping their jacket to reveal a shirt with their chosen school's logo, unveiling a banner, or even using props tied to the university's traditions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Athletes Can Lose their Scholarship if They Don't Fulfill Their Commitment</h3><p class='facts-content'>Once athletes commit to a college and accept a scholarship, they are obligated to attend that school for at least one academic year. If they don’t, they can lose their scholarship and may have trouble finding another college to play for.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Some High Schools Have Produced Dozens of Division I Athletes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some high schools are known for their athletic programs and have produced dozens of Division I athletes over the years. Their signing day events are often major school-wide celebrations, attended by students, teachers, parents and in some cases, even media representatives.</p></div></div>
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