Measuring a High School Athlete’s Game IQ

Measuring a high school athlete's game IQ is crucial for college coaches and recruiters to identify prospects who possess the necessary mental skill to succeed at the collegiate level. Using our M.A.P. questionnaire is a helpful tool that easily outlines necessary information to help outline a potential recruit's IQ. Below are some key metrics to note along with examples to evaluate an athlete's Game IQ:??

• Decision Making: Assess the athlete's ability to make effective decisions during gameplay. For example, observing a quarterback's ability to read coverages and identify the best receiver to target on the play.
• Field Vision: Evaluate the athlete's awareness of their surroundings and anticipation skills. You can use the play simulation to see how a quarterback reads defensive blitzes.
• Adaptability: Assess how well the athlete adjusts to changing circumstances like making adjustments to different defensive zone coverages.
• Leadership: Consider their ability to lead and make crucial decisions. Observe how they answer questions and explain examples of their leadership style.

While it can be challenging to quantify a player's mental abilities, these key metrics provide valuable insights into an athlete's game intelligence and decision-making skills.? These metrics provide valuable insights and are laid out clearly using our M.A.P. questionnaire. By considering these key metrics and observing the athlete's performance in real-game scenarios, college coaches and recruiters can identify high school prospects with exceptional game IQ.??

Here's a link to learn more about the Football IQ section on the M.A.P Questionnaire: here