Sports Management Worldwide really opened the door into the sporting world for me. Taking the digital video editing class really gave me an introduction into what video editing in sports was. Only several weeks into the course I was able to get a job with the University of Oklahoma Sooners basketball team assisting as a video editor for the team. Being only a freshman in college it really has opened the doors for me and started on my journey of one day becoming a general manger in the NBA. Thanks,

My dream and passion has always been to work in the NBA and be a GM but
I did not know the steps to take to get there. With this course and the Basketball GM and Scouting Course I was able to
learn, make contacts in the industry, and receive the necessary encouragement and
motivation to pursue my dream. I am now working for the Portland Trail Blazers!!!!

Here is a list of just a few SMWW graduates now working for Synergy Sports Technology:

Jeff Holmes

Alton Clark

Bill Bridges

Brent Stocker

Brett Blevins

Chad Mart

Corey Newman

Dan Shardo

Derek Deprey

Jarrod Gillis

Jason Whiteside

Tyler Whitcomb

Will Osgood

Kandus Mayberry

Bill Motter

Wesly Ford

Nathan Czapla

Donald Dangmuk

Shane Huebner

Tracey Graham

John Ross

Bill Kent

Daniel Urie

I just completed my first season as the Video Coordinator of the Los Angeles Kings. It was after my first season in the internship in Columbus Blue Jackets that I took your course. I feel like I gained knowledge about the scouting and management side of the sport that I would otherwise not have known had I simply just gone through the Video Analysis side.

I learned a lot about Synergy and its definitely a great company. Taking this class will put you in a great position to get a job as a logger. Thanks Synergy and SMWW!

Digital Video Editing course is an excellent way to get your foot in the door as a video coordinator. If you look at most NBA teams basketball operations staff, At least 4 staff employees started off as video coordinators on every team. Now there scouts, director of player personnel, and GM's. For me personally, I got a job with Synergy Sports Technology as a Phase 2 logger. I break down College and NBA clips and log them in to there program. Overall this class was an excellent way to learn Digital Video Editing and to find a job in what I love to do. I would reccommend this to anybody that's interested in being a video coordinator for a college or pro team.

"If you're interested in pursuing a career in sports video editing, taking the digital video editing course with Synergy is the perfect way to get started. Having every NBA Game over last few years at my finger tips was my favorite part and I really enjoyed the weekly live audio chats with Synergy Sports Technology.

I started the class in the spring and learned a lot about how professional sports teams use Synergy's software for their success as a franchise. As part of the course, I was able to meet with the Asst Video Coordinator for the Memphis Grizzlies.

To make a long story short, I am now a Memphis Grizzlies Team Attendant and I believe that if it wasn't for SMWW, I wouldn't have had this opportunity to even have my resume looked at. My connection with SMWW made it possible for me to get my foot in the door of a professional organization and grow from there. I'm still not through as I will continue my education with SMWW and attempt to do bigger and better things.

The digital video editing course was a great chance to work directly with some of the technology that NBA teams actually use on a daily basis. It was not only informative, but also a lot of fun. Working with Synergy Sports Technology was a great experience and a good credential to add to my resume.

I've learned a great deal when it comes to Digital Video Editing in this course. It was challenging at times and very interesting throughout. I really like Synergy Technology and I hope I can start working with them in the next couple of weeks. My favorite part was breaking down the game!

The digital video editing course was great. The instructors were very intelligent and helpful. This course has helped me get an internship with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The relationship between SMWW and Synergy is a good one...and will only get better over time. If you are into basketball, the Synergy sports DVE class is for you. Synergy delivered on their promise for students to become loggers. Take this course, learn the ins-and-outs of how it works and off you go. Andy and Brett, the instructors, were top-notch.

SMWW courses are a great way to learn hands on and get your foot in the sports world door. Great instruction from people that actual work in the industry.

I enjoyed the class. Getting to meet the guys at Synergy really helped me take the next step towards a career in video editing.

The knowledge base of the workers for Synergy Sports Technology is fabulous! (Now a Logger at Synergy)

Thanks to SMWW, I secured a personal interview with Erin Andrews at ESPN College Game Day! SMWW gives you great experience for your resume and the network and connections are unbelievable!

The knowledge I learned through the sports broadcasting class is priceless. I saw an immediate difference in my broadcasting just after the first week. The books and instructors were all extremely helpful.

SMWW has been one of the best experiences in my life. I lost my job in a warehouse and now SMWW has given me avenues I can take to do what I would really love to do. SPORTS!!!! SMWW has great courses with great people and faculty. Dr. Lashbrook is very helpful and answers any questions you have. He also hosts a very good conference.

The weekly audio chats were incredibly beneficial. I really learned a lot from our facilitator, and the opportunity to get immediate feedback on my work was very helpful. My favorite part was the live audio chats. Getting to speak with Steve Nash and Brian Wheeler was very helpful and allowed me to grow the quickest in my skill development. Thanks SMWW!

This course is ideal for anyone needing that extra push to pursue a dream. The Sports Broadcasting course at SMWW interactive, rewarding, and a difference maker.

"Thanks to SMWW and the Sports Broadcasting course, I work at KFXX 1080 The FAN. In addition, during the High School Football season you could have heard me on the air reporting from different games, including the state championships! With my new skills, I am getting opportunities to cover Blazer games and Seahawks games and getting opportunities to be on the air and grow in this field."

Living the dream,
Josh Alexander
KFXX The Fan

The SMWW Sports Broadcasting Course was an excellent experience. Through the weekly readings and assignments, along with the weekly chats I had so much fun working on my style and interpretation with the other students. I was introduced to new software that helps with recordings and introduced to new websites that link you to jobs from all over the globe. The experience was amazing, especially for a sports fan!

Trevor Arroyo

Northridge, California


UPDATE: "I am currently a coordinator of programming and development for Fox College Sports. I began as an intern in the Fall '08, right after I graduated from the SMWW Sports Broadcasting class. Thanks SMWW for getting me started on my sports career!"

Signing up for a class on SMWW was the best decision I could have made for my career. It gave me hands-on experience, fantastic advice in the chats, and great resources to turn to. Thanks SMWW!

I learned so much from my broadcasting class. I learned that I need to practice much more and I would have never realized that until later on in life if not for this course. This course also pushed me to reach out to the person who has my dream job (Victor Rojas) and ask him to interview me which he accepted. That is something I will never forget.

Having just completed the Sports Broadcasting course, I am amazed at how much I've learned in just 8 weeks! I've been able to Network with major league broadcasters that have been in the business over 20 years and spent time with them in the booth, which is an experience you just can't beat. Being able to see a broadcast firsthand, which reiterates what you've read in the learning material, just shows what a great job this course does in providing you with the necessary tools to succeed. I have come away from this experience, believing there is a career in broadcasting for me out there and I will take everything learned and definitely put it into practice and look forward to a bright future in sports.

I am excited for the future. I learned a lot about the type of "on-air" personality I want to have as a sportscaster. It was a lot of fun.

SMWW Grad Covers Beijing Olympics:

SMWW Sports Broadcasting Grad, Don Oyao, had the summer of a lifetime reporting for KCXL Integrity Sports at the Summer Olympics in Beijing. Through his affiliation with Seychelles National Olympics, Oyao was able to travel the world consulting as a sports doctor and in his spare time, reporting on the games he attended.

For three months leading up to the Summer Olympics, Oyao covered events in St. Petersburg, Russia, Bologna, Italy, Cairo, Egypt, Paris, France and then finally the Olympics in Bejing. Every Wednesday, Listeners in Kansas City, MO heard Oyao's take on international competition and the events of the Olympic Games.

"SMWW Sports Broadcasting Program has allowed me to express much of my internalized sports knowledge through the medium of radio," Said Oyoa. "My love for sports and now my ability to share my passion and knowledge for sport has taken far and outreaching steps that I only had dreamed about, now it is becoming a reality."

Thanks to Brian Wheeler and Steve Nash and SMWW I have accepted a job as the radio voice for minor league baseball. The live audio chats and mentoring I received was unbelievable. If you want to become a sports broadcaster, do play by play, or work in sports radio, this course is a MUST!

I feel this is a stepping stone to the career I want. Chatting with other students and networking is also great and gives you the confidence to apply for work and put yourself out there, 100% recommend.

SMWW is a unique educational system. In this time of economic chaos, students want to secure an education that will give them a return on their investment. Having been a former professor, I have designed a few certificates to try and enforce courses targeted at helping the student achieve success in the "real world". I have many times been let down because of feeling like a little ship on a big ocean. Coaching basketball for six years was the only time I felt any success so I have returned to my passion with an institution that cares about it's students success.

The Sports Broadcasting course is top notch. The training materials are thorough and enjoyable, and the live audio chats are a great way to get instant feedback from professional broadcasters. I recommend this course to any aspiring sports broadcaster that is looking to get into the business and gain valuable knowledge.

The hands-on experience you gain from the job shadow and informational interviews and play by play segments give the student the experience he or she could not get without having job experience in the field. SMWW helps the student realize if they have the passion to pursue a particular field.

SMWW really has an out of this world platform which allowed me the opportunity to network with like-minded students. The ease of use in accessing and doing the assignments and getting around the certain areas of the course were very helpful. I'd for sure recommend this right away to anyone I know who wants to have a career in the sports industry.

The Sports Broadcasting course from SMWW was a great experience. I really learned a lot about what it takes to be a broadcaster. I got to meet broadcasters and people involved with our local ESPN Radio station. I definitely recommend this course for anyone considering a career in Sports Broadcasting.

I enjoyed the Sports broadcasting course. The instructor was well prepared, and consistently stayed late to answer any questions and discuss future assignments. Brian Wheeler was also very helpful and insightful. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to launch a career in Sports Broadcasting.

I do not believe there is a better way to gain exposure to this much substantial material in a shorter period. You simply cannot effectively learn more in less time. Also the Audacity training tool is a gift that keeps on giving being that it can be used for the rest of your career as a broadcaster.

An educational experience, highly recommended for those individuals who aspire to become broadcasters. The course requirements were appropriate, the computer technology was impressive, and the staff was courteous and competent. Keep up the good work!

When I signed up for this course I really didn't know what to expect, I figured I would get some knowledge on how to do a broadcast and nothing else. 8 weeks later I have made some great friends and even have an internship with a local radio station. Thank you SMWW!

SMWW provided me with great reading material, chat room sessions, and job seeking skills. I would recomend this class for anyone interested in pursuing a career in broadcasting.

I feel that this class has taught me so much about sports broadcasting. It will take time to get to the professional level, but I believe that I will go far in this profession, and what I learned from this course will help me learn all the important points and steps about what must be done to be a successful sports broadcaster.

SMWW has provided me with the confidence and "know how" of sports broadcasting. The mentor relationship I have experienced with SMWW sportscasters incited myself to reach deep into my inner resources to express my deepest passion for sports.

I was very impressed with SMWW. The course put me a step ahead of some of the local professionals in my area. I got the education of doing sports the right way. I also received experience to feel comfortable reporting.

I loved the sports broadcasting course. I found it to be informative and entertaining. It gave me great insight into the world of play by play as well as sports talk radio. It has opened doors that I never dreamed were possible.

I learned so much about the ins and outs of sports broadcasting. I realized how important it is to prepare and to plan everything in extensive detail. This course has done a great job preparing me for the world of broadcasting and radio. It has focused my passion for sports into an up and coming and exciting career in sports broadcasting. Also I have a meeting this week with the number one sports radio show in the Tampa Bay area, just weeks after completing my course.

The SMWW course has taught me the world of sports broadcasting. The importance of being informative is probably the most important thing I learned. Another key point is who you know to land a job. My favorite part was the weekly chats. It's fun to talk sports and be mentored by educated sports buffs.

Sports Management Worldwide provides the gateway and expertise to break through Sports Broadcasting. I have attended sports broadcasting college and done high school play by play but Sports Management Worldwide gives you actual tools and hands on experience. to Sports Management Worldwide increases your education all for one goal, to improve your skills in the field of sports. SMWW comes in, and does its best work, to serve you, and make this the best learning experience thus far.

Working on the on line course enabled me to work in my own time and living in a different country which doesn't offer sports related courses this was a huge advantage.

Dr. Jim Krause really personalized the course work by emailing me and challenging me to think and respond to questions as if I were already a professional in the field. The course was a great learning opportunity!

It's hard to find a course that can work around your life, but at Sports Management Worldwide, they give you the freedom to pursue your dreams at your pace. The professors just want you to be yourself but to take chances and think outside the box. Not hard to do from the comfort of your own home!

SMWW provided a great opportunity to meet professionals in the sports business world and the students participating in my class were extremely helpful and supportive. I am, unquestionably, better prepared to pursue a career in the sports business arena. The course materials, the interaction between the students and our class leader and the opportunity to network with folks from all over the globe, with a common interest and goal, composed a complete training package for me. I am now ready and confident, to sell my abilities to the various sports venues, in my local area and beyond.

The ability to take a class on your own terms is a must do. The feel is a relaxed environment, to be yourself and stand by your answers. You may enter with no knowledge, but you will leave with tons.

After completing SMWW Sports Administrator course, I was able to put the scope of my athletic program into full focus. The course helped broaden my vision and understanding of how to effectively manage and revitalize my programs as well as my coaching staff. New ideas and tons of valuable practical information streamlined my department's efforts. Every Sports Administrator needs this course!

The Sports Administration course is indeed the most efficient curriculum content for Athletic Directors I have ever experienced. Dr. Jim Krause enabled me to explore avenues and ideas for becoming an Athletic Director that will benefit me for the remainder of my administrative career. I would highly recommend this course for those seeking to become a sports administrator on any level.

The interactive and revolutionary Sports Administration course has provided me with the necessary skill set to "make a difference" in the sports world. Throughout the course, I received expert tutelage that was above and beyond the call of duty. This extremely practical Athletic Administration educational experience has assisted greatly with my own personal and professional development. I am forever grateful to receive the opportunity to participate in the course as I feel that I learnt a great deal about Athletic Administration that will be very useful in many different fields of employment. Dr Krause and Sports Management Worldwide have also been very supportive and assisted me with my own endeavors to gain employment entry within the sports market. Thank you very much Dr Krause and Sports Management Worldwide!

I am an engineer at General Motors. I am on the Athletic Booster Board and help run the basketball and football concession stands in addition to being the official scorekeeper for our home basketball games. Our school just had its first annual Tailgate Party to kick off the sport's season in which I was the chairperson. This course has helped me as a parent that loves being involved in high school sports, understand and appreciate the work load of the Athletic Director. I use a lot of this course in our booster meetings.

I have found this course to be very beneficial to me. As a veteran athletic administrator, I am always looking for new ideas that can help my program excel. I have enjoyed the exchange of ideas and the communication with other students who are nationwide right from my own home.
We are all dealing with budget issues, but this course has introduced some cutting edge technology to help generate funds and improve public relations within the community. Whether you are a new or a veteran athletic administrator, this would be a great course to take!

Dr. Krause has brought his considerable skill and expertise together with a positive vision for program development at our High School to provide for real change in the conduct of our athletics and activities programs. Jim's prudence and sound judgment, his enthusiasm for the appropriate role of these programs, and his outstanding leadership skills have ensured ongoing program refinement and growth within the proper constructs of the school environment.

We were already under investigation by the Office of Civil Rights when Dr. Krause arrived. He immediately took control of the situation by determining how we could meet Title IX compliance and then formulating a history and future plan. Through local and regional surveys, facilities up-grades and re-allocation of the same athletics moneys we were able to provide the Department of Education with a satisfactory historical report and a plan for full future compliance.

Jim Krause is very professional! He has provided effective leadership to our National Association of Basketball Coaches annual convention during the NCAA Final Four for the last 14 years

Jim Krause eased the pressure for an EISL championship run. We have professional athletes from all over the world and Jim eased cultural friction and allowed the athletes and agents to feel comfortable working with the Fire management team.

My first head coaching job was the conference door-mat. With Jim' Krause's help, I changed some staff, focused on our younger player's development and devised a daily, weekly and yearly plan for success. We have had three straight seasons of improvement and a .500 record.

Dr. Krause brought alot of insight from personal experience into the discussions. What he had to share was always pertainent and useful. He showed respect for his students and provided us with information that was both practical and challenging. I would recommend this experience to anyone who is considering a career as an AD as well as those who are already there.

SMWW without a doubt provides a great base of knowledge and practical skills that will give you the confidence and ability to work in the field of soccer operations and scouting. A must do course for anyone looking to get into sports management and needs a starting point or just further education. The weekly chats are a great way to be able to gain a global view of the game and have discussions with knowledgable and passionate soccer people from around the world. I also greatly enjoyed the required reading and insight from industry professionals during the weekly chats, Paul Molesworth, Tim Regan and Matt Martin were excellent moderators, providing great insight, leadership and availability.

"I have taken courses all over the world, including national courses with USSF and FAI. I want to tell you the soccer management course is the best I have participated in. Not only did I learn a lot, I also had the opportunity to make several new contacts. The SMWW team was fantastic. They made themselves available throughout the course. I highly recommend this course to my friends and anyone who loves sports."

Being a professional soccer player for over 16 years, I thought I knew everything about soccer. But after attending the Sports Management Worldwide Soccer Management & Scouting course, it opened the door to the future of my managerial career. This course is very encouraging and very motivating.

My favorite part of the course was exchanging information with fellow students before,during and after every chat. For me SMWW was an eye opener and a stepping stone towards a lifetime career in sports business,the course has incredibly broadened my knowledge in the sports industry.

In the Soccer Manager and Scouting Course I not only learned fundamentals to get me started on my dream, I developed the awareness that it takes to know that I won't just be a part of this career field - I will
be a ground breaker in it!

The Soccer Management and Scouting course was very helpful. While taking this course, I was able to learn more soccer tactics and I've learned more of what it takes to manage a club. This course has given me the opportunity to improve aspects of my sports agency.

I found the SMWW Soccer Mgmt. & Scouting Course very inspiring and learned about in depth scouting and assessment for both Players and Teams. In this course, I have met people from all over the Soccer World with one common thing , the love about the Game! I have to say it was very impressive on how many quality individuals someone can meet in SMWW courses.

The things I have learnt from the course are as follows: Sharpened knowledge up. How to be more precise and quicker in evaluating players and teams, through doing scouting reports. Derek Bragg, is now always on the end of a line for me and gives ongoing excellent advice. Gained great contacts through the course assignments.

By taking the Soccer Management and Scouting course, I learned about things like player formations, coaching styles, club structures, player and team evaluation techniques and roles of each individual in a soccer club. Learning from Derek Bragg of The Scouting Network, UK, I was able to frequently interact with a specialist in the scouting field who makes learning simple. Also, the chance to network with other students in the course each week led me to view the game and soccer as a job from other perspectives.

After, taking the Sports Management and Soccer course, I've gained the so much knowledge that I watch the game of soccer my analytically. Before, I watched soccer from a fans perspective, but now; I see the game from a scout's point of view. Thanks to SMWW and its supporting team-members, I'm able to produce, well structured scouting reports. I now work at Wycombe Wanderers Football Club...Thanks SMWW!!

The class was very fun and informative. I had no idea how much goes into becoming a scout for a professional soccer team or any team for that matter. It really is a long and lengthy process, even for an ex-player.

If you have a huge passion for soccer this is the course for you! It gives you 8 weeks you'll never forget and you'll become much more confident when scouting soccer games.

This course has opened so many doors for me to expand and improve the managing structures in South African Football. I would recommend this course to aspiring managers and all members of coaching staff alike.

I have enjoyed the SMWW Soccer Management and Scouting course. I have coached soccer for 3 years at Middle School and High School level and this was definitely a different experience for me. I learned good fundamental procedures and steps in order to scout for talent and enhance a team's success. This was definitely worth the money I spent!

I`m happy I did this course, because it gave me knowledge about soccer business. When I went to interview a staff of a professional soccer club, it gave me the opportunity to even advertise myself as an undergraduate soccer Scout. I`m happy that I had the opportunity to know Dr. Lashbrook, Derek Bragg, and John Print. I`m just glad I made the right decision to do this course. I am now a FIFA Agent!

SMWW has helped me greatly through the course in realizing my dream as a Scout. When I saw the course or SMWW on the website, I never believed in them until I applied and found that they are real and truely the institution or organization that is an excellent one. I will recommend this institution to my African sports stack holders to learn what it will take to improve sports in our continent.

SMWW's Soccer Management and Scouting Course is an excellent forum for bringing together soccer aficionados from around the globe. This course is a unique medium whereby students of the game, be it novice or professional, gain useful insights on a wide range of relevant topics from management and coaching to scouting and public relations. The combination of Derek Bragg, who brings his international professional soccer experience to the table, along with Dr. Lashbrook, who brings his expertise in the pro sports arena, have made this an enlightening experience and have helped students, like myself, establish a valuable network for those trying to get into the industry. Thanks to SMWW, I was able to pursue my passion for soccer and I was able to work with a top-notch organization like the New York Red Bulls.

I truly believe The Scouting Network is in a very good position to become the standard for scouting for professional soccer and even more so in the US and Major League Soccer. Good scouting is the foundation for any pro sports team wanting to build itself into a winning organization.

The SMWW course enabled me to gain access to a wealth of knowledge and to interact with people who are deeply involved in the sport of soccer. Interacting with these people has opened up whole new channels and fronts which will enable me to help football players of the future achieve their dreams.

This course has taught me so much on the techinical aspects of soccer. For anyone interested in soccer scouting..this is a brillant course.

I really enjoyed the audio chats because it allows you to bounce ideas off of people from all over the world. The way this class allows you to interact with other people is amazing and it helped me to think about new ways of doing things.

Taking this course has really helped me to get a better understanding of how and what to look for when scouting a player or a team. This course is one I would recommend to anyone interested in soccer and looking to increase one's knowledge of the game.

I really enjoyed this course and it open my eyes to a whole new way of watching a soccer game. The course material and class discussion are very informative and educational. the interaction with Derek Bragg and The Scouting Network and fellow students makes the course go well.

This course was Excellent! I very much enjoyed the chats and assignments. My favorite part was learning to evaluate certain players abilities and knowlege about the "ins and outs" of soccer teams. Being able to chat to a pro every week was the highlight! Very interesting and enjoyable course.

The SMWW course is a place to tackle your dream if you want to improve on any sports careers you have in mind. I engaged myself in the Soccer Management Course,which is geared to soccer coach and soccer agent. I learned a lot from this course and it gives me an opportunity to enter a new career. There were also good and encouraging mentors to help you.

I'm very happy with the soccer management and scouting course. It gives you helpful advise and a good insight to professional football. It teaches you how to be a well organised scout and key points to look out for. The chats were very interesting because we got to hear Derek's views and inside training on many subjects.

If your goal in life, is to work in sports in a professional way, this is for you. So take the first step and contact SMWW and talk to someone. Because the next step you take will change your future.

I enrolled for the Soccer management and scouting course with no classroom or formal training in soccer. My soccer experience was from the streets and stadiums of West Africa and the little I gained when I was part-timing as a sports journalist. Though I have a very demanding work schedule (I work twelve hours a day) I decided to go for the soccer management and scouting course so I can help the young folks in my country develop their soccer talents. Since day one when I started the course there was no turning back! I have not only learned a lot about tactics, discipline and scouting but also the management aspect of the game. Derek was very helpful and always at hand to answer our questions. After graduating from this course I would definitely recommend it to all of my friends.

The Soccer Management and Scouting course was a key for me to get into the business side of soccer. A lot of teams look at the course as a plus when you trying to get a job. In addition to scouting Florida for The Scouting Network, I'm about to get a job as a soccer reporter in South Florida for a news website. Graduating from the Soccer Scouting and Management course was a big factor. It's a key you can use to get into the soccer industry. I learned great deal from the materials I received and from Derek who is a very experienced about the game of soccer. His experience is hard to find in a country like the U.S. where we have to search hard to find educated soccer people. Derek was very passionate about teaching us and talking to us about so many different topics that opened up my eyes a lot about the game of soccer, especially in England. If you want to learn more about the game of soccer and how to manage and scout players, then you definitely need to enroll in this course. The material you learn about soccer in this course you won't find in any sports management school in the entire country because sports management degrees in the U.S. are developed without soccer being in mind. You definitely need this course if you are serious about soccer.

I enrolled on the SMWW Soccer Management & Scouting Course as I wanted an insider's perspective on the world of soccer. The course was very comprehensive, with weekly assignments covering key topics like the ethos & philosophy of a soccer club, different playing styles from around the globe, my own dream team, transfers, and the sport's relationship with the media. However, the main focus was on analysing a player from a set match, a team and a goalie in order to write a scouting report. This took up three weeks. The assignments were no push-over and I had to do a weekly study plan so as to submit them on time. Course resources were well written in clear & plain English, supported by diagrams.A DVD was also supplied for the scouting simulations. In addition there was a weekly chat session with a senior professional scout, Derek Bragg. Derek was able to answer any queries as well as give general support. He also kept us all on our toes with his questions! Despite the course expectations, I found following the course fun. In our interactive classroom there were students from America,Africa, Mainland Europe & the UK and it was interesting reading their postings and finding out about Football from different cultures. My footballing poems went down a treat,too! Now the exams are done & the course is over, its time to go out into the field and scout for real. Derek has offered follow-up support with this, & I now feel I have a good foundation, as well as having an insiders perspective on the world of soccer.

This was not the first time attending an on-line course with regards to sport industry. I dare to say though, that SMWW provided an opportunity that I haven't experienced before; interactive chats with my fellow students and expert teachers. This unique experience not only made me think even more positively about the on-line education, but also it gave me the chance to exchange views with people from all continents who share the same passion: soccer. The course was very well organised, addressing specific issues from the soccer industry as a whole. Various concerns or inquiries about the course have been easily and quickly resolved not only with the collaboration of tutors, but also with the very helpful "behind the scenes" SMWW staff. Although my passion is football/soccer, having completed the Soccer Management & Scouting I would not hesitate to enroll myself to another course as well, since the quality of SMWW' courses can ensure a career in the sport industry in general. SMWW= Value for money.

The Soccer Management & Scouting Course was more like I was receiving on the job training. I will recommend anyone serious about getting into soccer management to enroll for this course. My soccer management consulting company and academy will greatly benefit from what Derek Bragg and fellow students shared with me during the course. Soccer all over the world lacks proper management and every effort must be done for administrators in soccer to attend this fantastic course.

At first I was hesitating on taking online courses. I am young and had never experienced online courses. SMWW called and totally encouraged me. I did not get to attend much of the Sunday online classes with the teachers and all the other students because of the time difference. But all the chats where available in the website for the students that couldn't make it in the Sunday chat. The information that I gathered from the books, the website ,outline from the teachers, and answers to the questions from other students enhanced my knowledge . In addition, the research I had to make for some of the questions helped me understand where to get information, and how it works. Most importantly, this course lets you know how to evaluate a player, a team, and gives an idea of how to outline your report which I found very interesting even though it wasn't the easiest part for me. In short, at first I was hesitating, but after two weeks I was loving it all the way from the books to reading other students posts.

With the experience and advice of Derek Bragg you can learn a lot about how the business side of soccer works from an insider's perspective. Plus you get a weekly network of individuals from around the world to learn from and share experiences with. I would recommend this class to anyone who is currently in the soccer industry, is interested in getting involved in the soccer industry, or anyone that just loves the game and wants to learn more.

It was a great learning experience. I wish all local racers would take classes like this. It could really help them out when they are approaching sponsors and looking for ways to be a part of the community outside of racing.

I want to say thank you for all that you have done for me. I really learned a lot during the class. There were so many different aspects of the racing industry that I hadn't been exposed to being a crew member, that I learned about during the class.

Motorsports Management course gave me a overall understanding about the business and specifics of the racing industry. The contacts I made from the course are invaluable! I most appreciated developing sponsorship plans.

Experience from SMWW was great, reading all of the course material, taking advantage of the information the instructors donate, as well as participating in all of the live audio chats really helped my resume and to start a career.

I wouldn't be where I am without my time with SMWW. Tom Blattler is one of the biggest reasons for my success in motorsports. Tom does PR for Acura Motorsports so he's a giant in the industry. At the end of the course, I found an opportunity with the Penske Racing organization who also owned a subsidiary, the Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix. I interviewed with a man who knows Tom very well, so that connection paid dividends right away. I was named Communications Associate at the Detroit Grand Prix.

Things were going very well until the economy crash which Michigan had been feeling long before the rest of the country. The race was canceled and I looked to Tom for guidance. After once again sitting in on several of the weekly chats and getting some advice, I found an opening at the Homestead Miami Speedway and landed the job.
I love my job and Tom has been with me every step of the way and I cannot thank him or the SMWW enough.

I really enjoyed this course and I was able to meet with an manager who works for a Camping World Truck Series team. Motorsports Management gave me the tools that I'll need to further my potential career in NASCAR.

The sponsorship and marketing aspects of this course have allowed me to define the skill set that I have been in the process of establishing over the past 12 months, in motorsport environment. Furthermore, my understanding of NASCAR has now grown, so I can now appreciate motorsport events and their inherent management practices, from different parts of the world.

I decided to pursue my passion by taking the SMWW Motorsports class. The course has taught me a lot and above all introduced me to a unknown part of the sport I've followed for so long, and the thanks to that goes to Motorsports facilitator Tom Blattler. With his mentoring I was able to infiltrate many parts of motorsports I never was able to be a part of before.

I feel very privileged to have been given the opportunity to meet and introduce myself to such an inspiring and knowledgeable individual such as Tom. As busy as he is with the happenings at Indy Series and the ALMS, he has taken the time to invite and provide me with credentials to experience on a first hand basis the operations that take place at a race weekend. Along with this chance Tom provided me with the opportunity to expose myself to the shakers and movers of the sport, which in return hopefully will deliver an opportunity to join the industry.

The Indy 500 is amongst the biggest events in the world of motorsports, and how beautiful is that one of your students had the chance to watch the race from the pit lane amongst the biggest stars in the world. That happened to me on Memorial Day weekend, and it is all owed to this course and Tom.

It was a privilege to join both Tom Blattler and Jim Utter for the motorsports class audio chats every week from my computer.
I wanted to say thank you for creating this opportunity. I believe I made a great investment in joining your educational institution and I'll be looking forward for the opportunities that SMWW will provide in my future objectives.

The Motorsports Management course from SMWW gave me the background that I needed to start my own motorsports marketing and management company. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in a career in motorsports.

Taking the Motor Sports Management Course through Sports Management World Wide was the best investment I have made. Not only did I learn from the course materials, but I also had an incredible opportunity to learn from our instructors and the other classmates. Tom Blattler and Jim Utter are both willing to share their experience and knowledge in various forms of racing. Dr. Lashbrook has a passion for helping others and you can hear it in his voice on the weekly chats. My dream is to assist Race Teams, Sponsors and Race Series in growing their motorsports business. I don't know that I would have had the courage to chase this dream if it wasn't for all the great people I met through Sports Management World Wide. They are committed to my success. Thank you to everyone at Sports Management World Wide!

I learned a lot about the marketing side of Auto Racing. The sport is competive and SMWW gives you the advantage of learning to effectively find and achieve sponsorships.

Not only did SMWW give me the tools and information to put me on a strong course for my new career in Motor Sports, but they introduced me to professionals in the business that were able to give me great insight on the LIVE version of what I was going to be doing on a daily basis in my new job. The excitement and passion that SMWW brought out in me to chase a dream of working in Motor Sports Marketing has been a phenomenal experience.

I learned so much about sponsorship in the race industry that I did not know before. Now I am helping a fellow classmate with the race car driver that he manages. The experience has been great and I have met some of the neatest people. I look forward to working in the race industry.SMWW definitely made a dream come true!

Motor Sports Management is an excellent course! I have applied for jobs at various places thru the connections I have made and with the skills I learned. I met with Formula One from INDIA because of this course.

My participation in the SMWW Hockey GM and Scouting Course gave me an opportunity to learn about a side of the business not many people ever get to see. Michael Oke, Harry Sinden, and the guest speakers were very insightful about the business; yet it has been the networking via this course, which has allowed me to reach a new level in scouting and brought me closer to the game.

The Hockey General Manager course helped me to finish one year as assistance GM for the Soo Eagles In the NOJHL and the head of Operations and Fast Hockey this year with same. The Soo Eagles came under new management and my experience with SMWW helped me fit in the new program. New owners, coach, and GM all worked hard to win NOJHL, and go to Dudley Hewitt Cup. Thanks for your help and support.

Since taking the Hockey GM and Scouting Course, I am working with the Panthers and FS Florida doing stats for the Panthers and their broadcast team on game nights. I also work with visiting clubs as well, as I have worked with pretty much 2/3rds of the NHL teams doing stats. This will be my 3rd season doing this job. I am right in the press box TV booth, working side by side with the play by play announcers every game giving information as it occurs for use on radio and TV. Thanks SMWW!

The Hockey GM & Scouting Course offered by SMWW provided me with invaluable information, tools and contacts to help transition into a Amateur scouting position. The program & instructors were top shelf providing a nice mix of knowledge and support. In addition, I would highly recommend to anyone with a goal of pursuing a career in Professional Hockey that they give serious consideration in attending the NHL Draft Career Conference which is absolutely an incredible value for the return on the investment.

I took your Hockey GM course a couple summers ago.
I just completed my first season as the Video Coordinator of the Los Angeles
Kings. I spent 3 years as an intern to the Video Coordinator with the
Columbus Blue Jackets before I got the job in LA last September. It was
after my first season in the internship in Columbus that I took your course.
I feel like I gained knowledge about the scouting and management side of the
sport that I would otherwise not have known had I simply just gone through
the Video Analysis side.

"The SMWW Hockey Management and Scouting course was a real boon for me. I learned a lot about scouting from the live audio chats and was able to parlay this knowledge into a full time career in hockey. Even if you already know a lot about the sport, this course can teach you something."

SMWW Hockey GM and Scouting, has added to my hockey career with an extensive, cutting edge information currently used in professional hockey. I was trained with up to date scouting and video practices and I am now using these tools in my job as Asst. GM with the Brockville Braves. This year I have reached the Junior A pinnacle as our team is in the RBC Cup! My success this year has been a great part to the Hockey GM and Scouting Course.
Thank-you SMWW!

By having access to the CBA and learning what GM's have to go through in order to make sure they are within the guidelines in the CBA. Being able to interveiw the Director of Hockey Operations for the Calgary Flames was a great experience.

After completing the SMWW Hockey GM and Scouting Course, I attended a sports career fair. There, I met the Human Resources Coordinator for the Tampa Bay Lightning. We discussed the changes that the team had undergone during the off-season, and she mentioned that new General Manager Brian Lawton had hired two Hockey Operations interns upon his arrival. I immediately began discussing the training I'd received from SMWW and my strong interest in entering into Hockey Operations.

I sent a copy of my final course paper to Tampa. Within a few days, the Hockey Operations Coordinator contacted me and learned about my background, including the scouting techniques and Collective Bargaining Agreement analysis that comprises the GM and Scouting Course. He was impressed, and I began a half-season internship in January 2009. Completing projects to assist the team in future preparations, as well as observing the GM, Assistant GM, and Hockey Staff every day, allowed me to gain phenomenal insight into the day-to-day operations of an NHL Front Office. I even got to assist the major decision-makers during the days leading up to the NHL Trade Deadline!

This was a great course. The weekly chats were helpful and its always nice to have some positive encouragement about following your dreams. The readings were very interesting and informative. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in hockey.

The Hockey GM Scouting Course was an unbelievable learning experience for me. Even though I have followed the sport since childhood and was already familiar with the business side of hockey, the course taught me several new things. For example, I never imagined that I would enjoy the scouting portion of the course as much as I did. As a result, I am currently pursuing a career in scouting and the course has already opened doors for me.

It was a great course for those who have a passion for the game. Very informative and user friendly. The staff and instructors were always willing to help and answer all questions presented to them. The scouting course is very descriptive and you learn with the greatest of ease. Great job SMWW!

In my eight weeks of taking the management and player scouting course it helped me to take what I knew from playing the game of hockey my whole life, and applying the skills I learned throughout the course and putting them into a package to help me enhance my trade into the scouting world of hockey. I like from week one how we started on the history of hockey and how the times have changed on to week eight where we able to apply what we learned right into the offices of pro-hockey teams. I recommend this course to anyone as it makes me feel more professional and I feel more confident in walking into any office and applying for a hockey scouting job. My favorite part was working with Rinknet and doing actual scouting reports. Thanks Sports Management Worldwide.

Having the chance to speak to an NHL GM was clearly the most gratifying aspect of this course. To get the impression that I might have a chance to live out my biggest dream. I love the sport of hockey! I want to be a scout. My goal will be that at the end of my military career (20 years) I will find a job in hockey doing something. Thanks!!

For anyone who is into hockey history, the business of hockey, or wants to be a scout, the Hockey General Manager and Scouting course offers all three. I enjoyed learning about the past as well as preparing myself for a future position in professional hockey. (After this course, Ryan started with the Oilers!)

I have taken two courses with SMWW, Hockey GM and Scouting and Sports Business Management. In addition, I have been able to attend a Career Conference, and NHL draft through SMWW. These are incredible networking opportunities, a nice bonus to having a relationship with SMWW.

The Hockey GM and Scouting Course taught me the business side of hockey, and trained me how to create scouting reports by using software from Rinknet. The courese also gave me the opportunity to meet and interview someone from an NHL organization on how to become a scout, as well as the tools to train for a scouting position in hockey. I want to thank the staff at SMWW for their professionalism and guidance throughout the course, I will recommend SMWW to anyone pursuing a career in sports.

The knowledge I have gained in the Hockey GM and Scouting fields of hockey is priceless. The new understanding I have about hockey has given me an opportunity to improve my hockey ventures as well as in my opinion made me a better coach. The SMWW course is offered in such away that I could still go about my daily life like normal. The staff at SMWW has been more than helpfull to me.

The Hockey General Manager and Scouting course provided me the information to be the ultimate fan of hockey and has opened many doors to my future to find a successful career in hockey.

I really enjoyed my course with SMWW, I felt that I was given a full insight on how hockey originated. I now look at hockey in a diferent way and look at the players in a different way.

The Hockey GM and Scouting course has taught me a lot about the developement of the NHL as well as how it got to be where it is today. It provided me with a great learning experience and helped me get possible avenues into working in professional hockey.

A great history into the future. The course gave me a foundation to build onto.

If you are someone who is looking to get your foot in the door and make some great contacts in the hockey industry, I highly recommend the Hockey GM Course. Having instructors and guest speakers who are actively working in the industry is an excellent networking system, and that's what this industry is all about.

Sports Management Worldwide opens your mind to what really goes on inside a sporting organization, and provides you with the tools to pursue a career in your chosen sport, while giving you access to some of the contacts you may need along the way.

I learned a lot from the Hockey GM and Scouting course and enjoyed connecting with people in the chats and my individual classroom. I learned what to look for in scouting players in various age groups and how to rate players in different areas. The Rinknet software was a wonderful thing to use and will continue to use. I really feel this course will guide me in the direction of becoming involved in my true passion, our national pastime -the game of hockey. Good luck to everyone who took their specific course.

The Hockey General Manager course gave me the opportunity to learn and explore the fundamentals of Pro-Hockey. Now, when I watch an NHL game I refer to as "a front stage," because we admire those who have the ability to fill arenas. Most of us, rarely think about those individuals who work in the "back stage". Those "back stage" individuals are responsible for bringing a premium production to the ice.

The discussion board was my favorite part of the course. It was nice to be evaluated by classmates. We all have a little something different to offer and I think we all encouraged each other and taught each other something. The career conference in Columbus was amazing and if SMWW goes to the draft in Ottawa next year
I will attend. It was a great way to meet new people and network.

The GM and Scouting course is a great course to who ever has a passion for hockey. This course has given me the knowledge to step in and become an important part of an organization The rinknet scouting is great! I found it to be very easy to
use and is a great tool for online scouting.

SMWW's Hockey General Manager and Scouting course has effectively provided me the knowledge and skills I need to pursue my dream of a career in the hockey business. Thanks, SMWW, for making me believe that there is no reason for not pursuing my passion from hockey!

The Hockey General Manager and Scouting Course was the stepping-stone into my hockey career. A big part of the business is networking and along with the knowledge you learn from the course you also get to know more people in the business. It is a great course and a good start to your future career.

The course onlin through SMWW really helped me understand not just hockey, but hockey as a business. The RinkNet scouting software was perfect to get introduced into for scouting and the reading assignments were really interesting.

The course was very interesting in that it showed alot of how the NHL was run in the past and how it has changed through the years, as the agents, players, and owners have all changed. The rinket website I found was very useful and interesting, and I will use it alot.

SMWW was a great choice for me. I am a university student and love sports. With alot of universities not having many programs around sports, this was great. My university approved the course and I earned credits. SMWW is very flexible to fit around whatever you are doing. Awesome experiance. If your a student or looking to get involveed in the business then this is the place for you.

Absolutely the best hockey educational experience I've ever had. Combine this information with my Sports business degree, it should be the missing piece of the puzzle to help me land a job in hockey.

The material was put together very well, it was a great and awesome experience, RinkNet is a awesome program that was utilized well. I have to give credit to all involved at Sports Management Worldwide and for giving us all opportunites to make a difference in the Sports Industry. Thanks SMWW

This is a course like I have never taken before. I have been in school almost six years, but this is by far the best class I have ever taken and the one class that I actually remember the information I have learned. Having the opportunity to talk with ISS scouts was a great opportunity and the RinkNet software gave me the chance to see how real scouts do their work. I would recommend this class to anyone interested in working in any aspect of the hockey world.

I thoroughly enjoyed my 8 weeks time in this course. I have a new respect for
N.H.L General Managers as running a team with the Collective Bargaining Agreement
certainly is a tough task. I have always been interested in becoming a scout and
feel that what I have learned in this course will certainly help me. I am very
happy that I took part in this.

My motivation to take this course was not to be a professional scout but to help with my future as a coach of the game. It gave me a solid look at what this part of the business needs to survive and how I can utilize this information with these contacts to my advantage in my career path in coaching.

The Hockey General Manager and Scouting course offered by Sports Management Worldwide was a stimulating adventure in sports management and scouting. I recommend this cousre to anyone who is involved in sports be it professional or amature.

This course has given me entry level and beyond knowledge on scouting and general manager duties. After playing professional hockey and coaching in Germany it has broaden my horizon of the operating a club.

The overall experience was amazing and you definitly learn a lot more than you came in with. Weekly chats were a great chance to get a feel where you should be going if you want a career in hockey.

This course is a must for anyone wanting to get into the hockey industry. The information you get is outstanding. The instructors from ISS help you with the fundamentals of scouting and provide great feedback on all of your work. The course is well known by hockey executives and is a great door opener for opportunities.

The Hockey GM and Scouting course was a fun course to be a part of. I enjoyed and learned a lot from the Sunday chats and using the RinkNet software. All of the instructors as well as my classmates were very friendly and a lot of fun to chat with.

In the Hockey General Manager and Scouting Course, I was able to learn the ins and outs of scouting for talent. Just being able to talk to Mike Oke and Dino Caputo really expanded my knowledge of the game of hockey from the business perspective. At the completion of this course, I feel confident and I know that I really could get a job in a hockey organization be it, volunteering, media relations or some other department. If you work hard enough and put your heart and soul into the course, great things will happen down the road.

The student service was very effective, each time I had a problem, they answered my questions and solved it fast. The Rinknet software used to scout players was a very useful tool to work with. The readings give you a very good look into what the business side of hockey looks like.

SMWW has provided me with the professional tools and information that has driven my initiatives forward! With the interaction of eArena and the accessibility of RinkNet, I can now take the next steps towards becoming involved in a higher level of sport!

I would recommend this course to anyone with a passion for hockey and would like to find a way to get "in the game". Whether it be the course material, the discussion boards, the weekly chats or the training on the rinknet software, there's something that everybody can get out of this course. My favorite part overall and what really made a difference for me, was being able to ask intellegent questions based on what we were learning, and getting real world answers from those in the game during the weekly chats. This gave the course that extra oomph that made you feel that you got real value for your money.

This course was truly incredible, if you love the game of hockey, whether it be the history of the game or the scouting aspect you will love it! Your eyes will be opened to happenings that went on in the Original Six Era that will shock you. The scouting part of the course is very in-depth and you will learn exactly how the ISS scouts/recruits players. Overall this course was saturated with information and a joy to attend. On my resume I"m sure this will help me out! Thankyou sincerely for everything it was a great eight weeks! Cheers!

I was a Pro Goalie for 21 years and had to retire suddenly due to an injury, without any direction concerning my future career. I was immediately impressed with the SMWW concept and felt that enrolling in their educational programs could be greatly beneficial to my professional future off the ice. SMWW online education is the way of the future bringing the sports world together. SMWW chats provide an excellent forum for the exchange of ideas and relating of experience, and networking with people from all over the globe. I have just completed the Agent Management Course and will stay with SMWW as an Agent Advisor. I have also enrolled in the Hockey General Manger Course and am looking forward to the guidance of SMWW and EJ Hradek. I wish I had come across SMWW 10 years ago. Dr. Lashbrook is a great mentor with impressive knowledge and leadership.

The Hockey Scouting and General Management course provided me with a strong foundation towards a career in the professional hockey business. In addition to working with the ISS and the accompanying RINKnet scouting software, I am now able to build a strong network with both current and future hockey professionals. Moreover, success with SMWW greatly improved the appeal of my resume and aided in 'getting my foot in the door' with a professional hockey organization.

Thanks to SMWW I have recently been named the scout for two provinces for a Jr. "A" Hockey Club!!!
This course has helped me to broaden my horizons in a sport that I am so passionate about. Following the last two weeks of the course, I was promoted from a territory scout to the New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island scout, thereby taking on the added challenge of scouting in two separate provinces for a Junior "A" Hockey team. I owe many thanks to SMWW.

I really had fun throughout the course. I feel that I gained some very valuable experience using the Rink Net software. Also, thanks to this course having the students approach somebody in a management position with a hockey team, I worked as a volunteer for the Ajax Attack OHA Jr. A hockey Team. I found this to be of great experience and will be sitting down with the team GM soon to discuss further opportunities with the team. Without this course I would not have had this opportunity.

For someone who has limited involvement in the business of hockey, yet has a passion for it, this course is a great first step. I was fortunate enough to speak with a member of both the Calgary Hitmen and Calgary Flames organization and the input they were able to give me on what the business involves at the NHL level and junior level gave me a better outlook on the game of hockey. In regards to the Rinknet software, this provide me with a great tool in being able to determine the strengths and flaws of players in a very organized manner.

This course has been both awakening and an inspiration for me. Since I am a European, I never knew the way they played this game overseas. I really was amazed at the amount of information about hockey that I hadn't known about. This course was one of my best experiences so far in the hockey world. I hope I can continue my journey after completing this course. This course introduced me to some new things and helped me to put the puzzle together, so to speak, on a number of issues. I gained a different outlook on the game and learned to train my eye much sharper than I ever did before. The weekly chats were invaluable. The Rink Net program was also enlightening. I was not aware there was a program that enabled you to follow every single player in the league. For the last eight weeks, I felt like a sponge who was soaking up every bit of information I could.

The RinkNet software has helped me immensely. This course cleared up a lot of confusion I had about the management side of hockey.

I was impressed with the interaction with the other students in the course as everyone had different backgrounds in hockey and we could learn from their previous experiences and I picked up some new contacts when I did my interview of a hockey professional.The audichat every week also gave us some good insight in to the inner workings of hockey.

I have had a busy and successful career in music for most of my adult life but I was always a huge hockey fan and began educating myself on the nuances of the game long before I knew I was doing it. When I stumbled across SMWW something clicked and I saw an opportunity to channel my passion for and knowledge of the game into a possible career. The SMWW course was amazing; I learned so much about the history of the game and about the events in hockey history which served to shape and define the landscape of the modern game and the labor issues which have confronted it recently. The weekly chats were also great and I thoroughly enjoyed talking with my fellow students and firing questions at the scouts who moderated the sessions. Their insights were invaluable in helping me to decide that I could be a successful scout. The SMWW course gave me the confidence to pursue a career in hockey and now I am the California/Western U.S. Regional Scout for the Kootenay Ice Hockey Club of the Western Hockey League.

Hockey has always been part of my life since I was 5 years old, but now being in my late 30's, I really wanted to start pursuing my dream of landed a job with a hockey club. I think this is just the start of something I have been dreaming about for years! Taking the on-line course at SMWW gave me the confidence to take the next step I REALLY needed !! Thanks.

I recently took the Hockey GM and Scouting course offered by SMWW and was extremely impressed with the knowledge I gained as well as the contacts that I have established in the hockey industry. The course does a tremendous job of allowing its students to get that "foot in the door" and connect with those of great influence in hockey. The hockey world is a tough industry to crack into, but the opportunity to make these initial connections will surely go a long way in my career pursuit.

The course was fun and very informative. The addition of ISS makes this course that much greater. The weekly chats are the key to the program, and are so very informative. I have a new approach the game I love, and it makes it that much better. Thanks SMWW!

In the Football GM & Scouting Course, I learned the specifics of how to write a Scouting Report and the things to look for when watching a player. Russ Lande and Marc Trestman have tons of experience in the game and their knowledge is something I can take and use in my future.

Publisher of Bears Claws, a Chicago Bears site, Publisher of The Slant...2014 NFL Draft Guide. Covers IU for the Examiner and writes for Bleacher Report

I really enjoyed this class, learned a lot about what it takes to be successful in advancing my career in sports. I got a job with an AFL team while taking this class and I think having a SMWW class background will help me tremendously.

SMWW helped me get a job with the Florida Marlins and then with the Miami Heat after I took the Sports Business Management Course. Then I took the Football GM and Scouting and I now have had my reports published on the Miami Herald website. I attended the SMWW Sports Career Conference where I personally spoke with Arizona Cardinals GM Rod Graves. He was aware I was a SMWW grad and he gave me his personal email! I would recommend SMWW to anyone trying to get into sports.

I took the course last summer to further gain knowledge of NFL scouting and the techniques and nuances used in everyday scouting.

I was lucky enough to learn and work under Marc Trestman and Russ Lande who both taught a ride array of scouting techniques that I still use today. They both had different viewpoints on positions and the way they should be played, so there differences taught me how to make my own judgments.

Since the course I have worked for a variety of NFL draft companies as a scout and writer. NFLSMACKDOWN.com, NFLDRAFTSCOUT.com, SCOUT.com, TFYDRAFT.com, FOOTBALLOUTSIDERS.com and have had my work published for each site. I have also made several radio appearances as well.

Indoor Football Scouting Bureau hires SMWW grads:

Chris Melnyk, CFL Scout/Player Evaluator,

Raj Thompson, West Coast Scout & Player Evaluator

James Huntington, WAC Conf Scout /Rocky Mtn & Great Plains Area Player Evaluator

Braden Countryman, PAC-10 Scout / Northwest Region Player Evaluator

Keith Antigiovanni, Far West Region Player Evaluator

Ben Everhart, Northeast Region Player Evaluator

Roger Thompson, Big 12 Scout / Player Evaluator

Sean Rackley, DIV 1 SUN BELT CONF/ DIV 2 SOUTHLAND CONF. / Player Evaluator

Chris Russell, NY Scout & Player Evaluator

Fabian Baez, NYC area semi pro scout/Player evaluator

In my professional opinion, my interaction and experience with Dr. Lashbrook, as well as any and all associates with SMWW has been nothing but outstanding to say the least. These folks are not good at what they do in the education and advancement of students gaining necessary knowledge in order to pursue a dream career in a sports environment, but in my opinion are excellent. They are very down-to-earth and are willing to share their personal experiences without an ego to go along with the respective answers. I wish that I had developed a professional relationship with my new mentors at SMWW years ago.

I took this course in hopes of furthering my football career. Through the course I learned a lot about the business in the NFL and also techniques on scouting players as both an athlete and also on their character. I am currently a high school football coach and middle school teacher. This summer I will also be the camp manager for the Philadelphia Eagles youth football camp. I feel having this course on my resume greatly helped with this opportunity.

Coming in to this course I had no idea what life for a scout or a General Manager would be like. After my eight weeks I have the skills and strategies on what it takes and what it is like to work in player personnel. This is a very good course that has taught me a lot and I"m very satisfied with my decision to take it.

the Football GM and Scouting Course gave me a great foundation. The main reason for taking the course was to get an understanding for the procedures and techniques of scouting in professional football. Thanks to SMWW, I am working with the Orlando Predators of the Arena Football League as an assistant to the Director of Player Personnel. So the course was a huge help in the development of my career.

Future SMWW students,
I was recently hired by the Odessa Roughnecks Arena Football Organization to be the Director of Pro Scouting for the upcoming 2008 Championship Season. Thanks to the Odessa Roughnecks recognition of SMWW as the leader in training Football GM's and Scouts with the Football GM and Scouting Course, I was hired on the spot by Head Coach Chris Williams, the coach with the most wins in the history of the Intense Football League. "If your dream is to work in professional football, then you need the skills, training, and networking that SMWW provides!

I took the Football GM & Scouting class to pursue my dreams of working for a NFL team. What I have gained from it, is a hard-core inside look into the NFL and what teams look for as a NFL player. I'm currently working as a director of football operations and my clients included the following:

Clients -
AAFL -
DB Reggie Myles - Team Alabama & NFL Free Agent
DB Willis Barringer - Team Michigan

AF2 -
WR Anthony Chambers - Rio Grande Valley Dorados
DE Micah Turner - Corpus Christi Sharks

CFL -
WR Matt Miller - Toronto Argonauts & DB - Reggie Myles BC Lions

IFL -
WR Curtis Morrow - Alaska Wild
DE Joe Small - Alaska Wild

NFL -
RB & Special Team Antonieo Harris - Currently NFL Free Agent

Personal Note:
I would recommend any individuals that are looking to become a sports agent and/or work in football. Take the time to invest in any of the SMWW classes. I took two. SMWW teaches you and helps you understand what it takes to be one of the best sports agents in this industry

I took this course because my ultimate goal is to be a coach in the NFL. I needed more knowledge and football experience and learn some of the things a football organization goes through.I am currently talking to the Arizona Cardinals about maybe doing an internship for camp and maybe something with media relations during the season. Nothing is certain because it's so competitive. It's all about networking and this course and the skills I have learned give me an advantage over others.

The Football GM and Scouting course was a great learning experience. I went into the course with no prior background knowledge of breaking down film and writing scouting reports, and came out feeling comfortable reporting what I view in game films.

SMWW Courses are recommended by the Football Scoop

I took the football GM and scouting course in fall 06/winter 07 because I was finishing coursework for a minor in athletic administration. I gained alot of good insight into the art of scouting, insight that helped me advance in my profession. Particularly what measurables were most important in scouting a player at each position. I also became familiar with language and acronyms used in scouting athletes. Currently I am coaching LB's at Western Washington University. I left Oregon State University in March of 2008 after serving a year as the offensive graduate assistant to use my new skills.

This is a great way to get your foot in the door into the sporting world. I highly recommend the Football GM and Scouting course. This course has allowed me to gain so much information regarding the football world and meet new people in the process.

The Football GM & Scouting course gave me the tools I need to start a career in scouting, and probably most important, the resources and contacts to get started - I not only still attend the chats with Russ on a weekly basis but I have been able to make key contacts with other current NFL personnel that will hopefully lead to me getting my start with a team. After putting together a portfolio full scouting reports on 50 players eligible for this year's draft I applied with several teams immediately after the draft. I really can't say enough about the opportunities SMWW has given me!

The football GM and scouting course has helped me by building a solid foundation. As I progress in my profession, I will always look back on this specific course because it was so unique and very helpful. I would recommend this course to those who want to get involved in sports management.

Marc Trestman and Russ Lande are great teachers who are willing to answer any question your have, by far the best NFL resources I have come into contact with.

I've always been interested in getting into the profession of coaching. The Football GM course helped me to understand the various skills needed by players at each position so that I can provide the proper drills and training to my players to help them play at their highest possible level on the field.

I've always been interested in getting into the profession of coaching. The Football GM course helped me to understand the various skills needed by players at each position so that I can provide the proper drills and training to my players to help them play at their highest possible level on the field.

I took the Football GM and Scouting course because I've always loved the game. During my college years, I never even gave it a thought on majoring in something sports-related which probably was my down fall. Instead, I majored in psychology. I heard about SMWW on ESPN one Saturday night a little over three months ago. After I heard Mel Kiper, Jr. advestising SMWW, I knew it was my ticket to the game as Dr. Lashbrook always says. I know now in my life I absolutely want to have a career in sports, and my sports is football. My life is football. I have learned more than I ever thought I would. I now know what to look for in technical aspects of a player's ability for scouting reports. All the ins and outs of what makes a football team really good or really bad. What goes on in the front office of an NFL team. There's still so much to learn.

Russ Lande and Marc Trestman are great, they are there to assist those interested in football management and scouting. I couldn't have asked for a more enjoyable time talking and getting insite from these two men.

The best place to go for the sports lover. The contacts are priceless.

I feel that the Football GM and Scouting course has helped me to gain a better insight on how a professional football team operates, and the coach's office and playbook were really helpful to me.

The course helps provide insight as to what scouting really entails and the work that scouts do. It gives you an idea of what steps are necessary to take in an effort to pursue a career in scouting. I was even fortunate enough to learn of a front office position that would fit my lifestyle better than scouting. I wouldn't have known about it if it wasn't for this course.

Sports Management Worldwide is a great way to meet contacts and soak up football knowledge from highly regarded NFL people. The "little things" that you learn during the course is invaluble to starting a career as a football scout.

This course was awesome and very insightful. I have seen a whole new spectrum into the football industry. In doing this course I was able to interview the GM of the New Orleans Saints and learned some valuable tips to begin creating my path to becoming a professional football scout.

The Football GM and Scouting course is one of the best courses I have ever taken in my academic career. I only wish my college courses were this fun! I recommend anyone trying to get into coaching or scouting to take this course. It's great to put on your resume, and also provides insight into the specifics that goes on. Great course!

SMWW doesn't lead you on. They tell you what you need to do, and it is your job to do it. I have a clearer picture of what it takes to make it in the industry.

I took the Football General Manager and Scouting class for possible change of career opportunities. I am a former Divison I football player and am contemplating a second career. It was a great experience. I learned more than I could have imagined, made great contacts, gained tremedous insight into professional football front office practices, and obtained invaluable information on potential employment opportunities. It was time well spent and well worth the money.

This course will help to teach you how to write scouting reports. The teachers have a lot of knowledge to help you, they take the time to work with students in their personal time to help you get where your going. They are truthful about the steps you have to take to get there.

I really liked the weekly audio chats. I learned that the Collective Bargaining Agreement is long but simple to understand and that scouting players is fun.

The Football GM & Scouting course helped me take the initiative to get out and network along with taking the next step. This course helped me to network and create opporuntities for myself that will help in the future, along with providing me the skills to do what I love. My favorite part of the course was scouting players and getting an inside look into Russ Lande's scouting book, GMJr.

The Football GM and Scouting course was a tremendous experience for me. I live in France had a European semi-pro Football background. As part of the SMWW course I had the chance to contact and discuss with people in NFL, CFL and AFL. The weekly chats are very inspiring and insightful with NFL experienced instructors Matt and Russ. I have discovered a passion for the "Football operations" and now, I understand the inner workings of the business of professional football. Thanks to SMWW, I have accepted a job with www.iplayers.net which is a step toward my dream to work in a pro football organization.

I am a football man, I live football, I need this game. I absolutely LOVE this game. I feel very privileged to have taken SMWW's Football GM and Scouting course. I have picked up new ideas and terminology. Now I understand the business, technical, and organizational side of professional football. The weekly chats alone are well worth the cost of the course because you get to ask questions to men who have worked in the NFL. I now have an education towards achieving my dream; working in an NFL football operations department. I highly recommend this ground breaking course to anyone who lives football.

The Football GM Course gave me a better idea of how football works from the inside-out. No matter how much you think you know from watching games every Sunday, the people lecturing for SMWW know more and are gracious enough to share any and everything they know. The books and quizzes (appropriately titled 2-minute drills) are a lot of fun too. I've recommended this class to several people. Thanks again

It was a great class, and I was fortunate to meet people from all around the NFL. You can't say enough about guys like Russ and Matt. Both have a lot of knowledge and insight that makes the class a lot of fun. Even though I have finished the class I still join in on weekly chats and continue to learn.

I am definitely glad I took the Football GM and Scouting course. If you are a football fan and interested in more than just what goes on, on the field, I strongly recommend this course. The chats with Russ and Matt are very informative and interesting.

As a national cricket coach I have learned that many of the difficulties I face as a coach in my daily job can be overcome with good cricket management skills. The live audio chats were my favorite part as you get to know your faculty and your fellow classmates involved in Cricket all over the globe.

This course assisted me in networking and gathering contacts which are very useful. Ken Jacobs, the mentor and faculty was extremely knowledgeable and always willing to help. I recommend this course to anyone looking to advance their cricket career.

"The cricket management course has enabled me to better understand and more effectively deal with the challenges faced by developing countries. Interacting with individuals of varying backgrounds and experiences has given me a broader view of cricket management. Thank you SMWW for offering this course."

The course enables you to interact and network with people from all over the world. It will help me to understand aspects related to Management which I have not previously touched on in the cricket world. It will give me a head start when going for interviews with other candidates who don't have any qualifications.

I have been involved in cricket as an umpire for the last 9 years. During this time I also completed a scoring and coaching course. I finished my Degree in Sport Communication and Post Graduate Courses, one being Sports Law and the other Contract Law. However, I finished with knowledge about sport in general, but my passion is cricket! During the SMWW Cricket Management and Scouting Course, I did not only gain knowledge about aspects I was not yet familiar with, but got to understand how the whole Cricketing World actually operates. For the first time, all the puzzle pieces came together. This course has been a great challenge, a true learning experience!!

The Cricket Management Training course has been informative and very knowledgeable. I really enjoyed it. The information I have derived and the students I have met doing this course shall benefit my Cricket career greatly. I shall always recommend your course to my colleagues!

The SMWW Cricket Management course open my eyes to many aspects of the game and covered all areas which one would feel is relevant to the administration of such a sport. Through this course I have met some very important people in the game of cricket and the future looks bright for me.

I have gotten a lot of knowledge from this course. Cricket Management is a very new thing for Maldives cricket. I think I can introduce this to Maldives national team player's. Thank you SMWW.

SMWW is doing great work in field of online education plus they are promoting the sports education in better way,as their courses are job oriented courses. SMWW's courses are perfectly made to enhance a person's marketing skills.

SMWW is a great platform whereby you are able to Network with others around the world. The course material is very interesting and useful in getting you through the course. Being able to view other students work, as well as comment on their work , helps you gauge how you are performing in relation to everyone else.

The best thing about SMWW course was, it made me discover the passion I have for sports and in general for cricket. I was skeptical initially being a Chemical Engineer, whether I possess skills to be a manager in Sport. Now thanks to SMWW I know it doesn't require me to have played the game as long as I have the vision to promote and manage the sport well.

I liked the first SMWW course so much that I took another one!

I have learned a vast amount of knowledge about the game itself that i didn't know: In the interest of the course and my career i hope to achieve a career in sports not only because its something I have a desired passion for but because SMWW has helped me reach my first goal and in doing so has taught me information that you won't find at many other places. The audio chats and books you read give you first hand insight into the game itself.

This is a fantastic organization that provides everyone the opportunity to enhance their respective careers.

Thanks SMWW!

The Basketball GM and Scouting course was a huge help in me getting started at the Boston Celtics. I had several interviews, and in each case, after my resume was reviewed I was asked to discuss my training through the Basketball GM & Scouting Course. I believe the Celtics knew I was serious when they saw I had taken this course on my own, outside of my regular college courses. The course showed me ways to view the game from different levels beyond a fan's perspective. Each week during the chats, I spoke with influential members of the basketball world, and these conversations taught me how to handle myself in an NBA environment. One thing about my job is that I do a little of everything. The team's basketball analyst was happy that I would be coming in with prior knowledge of using statistics in a sports environment.

The SMMW Basketball GM and Scouting course enabled me to learn more about the business of basketball such as salary cap and statistical information that a General Manager would need to know to run and organization. Thank you SMMW!

Basketball GM Scouting provided the foundation of skills and knowledge you will need to work in the front office. The material (scouting techniques, synergy, NBA salary cap review and interaction with expert professionals) was in depth and extremely helpful. I feel very confident and prepared to accomplish my long term goal to become a GM of a WNBA franchise. Basketball is my passion! SMWW is awesome and definitely worth 8 weeks of your time!

I had an amazing experience taking the Basketball GM and Scouting Course
with SMWW. My dream and passion has always been to work in the NBA and be a GM but
I did not know the steps to take to get there. With this course, I was able to
learn, make contacts in the industry and receive the necessary encouragement and
motivation to pursue my dream. I am now working for the Portland Trailblazers!!!!

With work and school every day, I found it difficult to expand my knowledge in the sports field and fit a class with a fixed time into my busy schedule.The online Basketball GM course was a great fit for me; I was able to learn and complete my assignments at my own pace and on my own schedule. This course has also been a great tool for networking with individuals across the country that possess the same interests and career goals as I. The information I have obtained and the teachings that this course provides have been invaluable for my growth in the 'sports world' and I strongly recommend it to all those who would like to get a behind the scenes look at how an NBA Front Office functions.

The SMWW Basketball training course for General Manager and Scouting provided over and beyond the typical rudiments of insider knowledge that is so necessary for the fast track world of professional sports. The cutting edge classroom environment provided by SMWW coupled with flexible teaching methodologies serves the most seasoned basketball student and novice with the equal insight for what it takes to be progressive in Basketball management and scouting. Their is one other important factor not captured by the class title... the support of SMWW staff, Ed Gregory, Chad Ford, and Frank Burlison was most exceptional in all facets of assisting students in their bid for knowledge and the "how to" for the proper professional sports job approach needed by students.

"I can't thank SMWW enough,I knew that the SMWW course would give me the skills I needed to get a job in sports, but i had no idea how helpful and hands on the instructors were going to be and the connections they have. It definitely pays to know Sports Management Worldwide."

The course was a great experience for me. Because of the course I understand the game more from a numbers stand point and the business of the NBA. The class was very helpful especially having the ability to communicate with weekly speakers and classmates. I would recommend the course to people.

I took a SMWW course and now I work for the Los Angeles Clippers!

This course gives you 8 weeks of what a four year college/university couldn't. Instructors who've been in the business, played the sport and have the actual connections with potential employers. Numerous, years of Basketball experience, open forum to discuss freely the issues surrounding the Basketball world from Prep to Professional. If you want a hands on experience, use software the PROS use, speak to Front Office personnel. Then this is the course for you, don't worry about the coursework........IT'S JUST BASKETBALL!

The Basketball GM and Scouting course is very informative and really helps get you on the path to success. The information given can help jumpstart your own careeer in sports. It has gotten me more involved and given me an idea of what I need to do to achieve my goals in sports management.

I think the whole performance analysis part, plus the video editing, and learning all about what a GM and scout has to do, opened me up to a whole new learning experience.

Anyone who thinks they know Basketball and wants to pursue a career should take this course! You don't know 1/4 of what you think but, you will be amazed at what you can learn in 8 short weeks. I met liked minded people from around the world, talked to some of the industries experts from sports columnists to ex NBA scouts. I actually talked to REAL NBA GM's and asked them how they got to where they are. I am very excited about a career in the basketball industry and SMWW got me started!!

The Basketball GM Course is definitely the perfect starter kit for anyone looking to become involved in the NBA business. The instructors, as well as the reading material, answered just about every question I needed to know about what it takes to get into the business and thrive. I recommend this course to anyone who thinks they have what it takes to become a key player in an NBA front office.

I was absolutely blown away!!! The information I gained from taking this course, has been extremely helpful and I was given the opportunity to learn about many new aspects; some of which I had no idea existed. Thanks SMWW, the knowledge I gained from this course will be put to great use in the future.

In the past, I had always considered myself a very knowledgeable individual when it came to basketball, but this course through SMWW, just astonished me and showed me many new aspects to the game. Now, after taking this course I feel as if I know more about the game and the front office. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to get involved in basketball.

I feel that SMWW has given me a solid foundation to assist me in becoming an NBA scout. The audio chats and assignments were extremely interesting and challenging. Classmates who actively participated in the audio chats were very informative, reliable, and consistent individuals.

I enjoyed the information about the salary cap and overall workings of the
NBA. If you really want the inside knowledge and interaction with inside people, this is the course to take. If you have a passion for basketball, this is the first step! Using Synergy Sports Technology is a real treat!

Taking the Sports Business Management and Basketball GM & Scouting courses provided me with the confidence to start my own online sports venture.

I interviewd Billy King, President and General Manager of the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association (NBA) for my Basketball GM & Scouting project.

I have since met with him on other occasions to discuss salary cap management and personnel issues.

SMWW should be applauded for training and empowering individuals to pursue their dreams.

To Lynn, Liz and the entire SMWW team, I say keep up the good work.

Robert (SMWW Alum)

I enjoyed the reading material both the Baseball and Football courses offered. Also, the discussions were very thought provoking. The best part was being able to post at any time, from any place. The scouts I interviewed were very eager to impart their knowledge and experiences to me. Overall, these courses were intense but rewarding. I am a full time student, and I will be able to transfer credits
gained from these two courses to my university. The staff was easy to contact, and
flexible when I was out of the country.

I feel that I've learned multiple aspects of scouting a player; raning from the smallest detail to the most out-of-this-world statistic. This class has opened my eyes into the scouting world along with giving me the tools to carry out my skills for a professional organization.

A great course that really shows what to look for when scouting a player. Allowing students to chat with such highly regarded scouts and other NBA personnel is a great experience. I recommend that anyone looking to get into the front office of an NBA team, take this course.

SMWW taught me in depth an idea of what it is like in the shoes of a General
Manager and a Scout. Working with state of the art technology and receiving expert
opinions in the business made the class enjoyable and much easier in scouting
talent.

Overall, the knowledge acquired into the duties and responsibilites of the General Manager was educational as well. I now have a different perspective of looking at how teams are managed and how business is conducted in the NBA.

There is no "set in stone" way to get your foot in the door to get your career started in the world of sports, but SMWW could be the most helpful. It breaks down all the aspects that front office executives take into account for their job. Exploring how the NBA world operates, and then speaking to a former and still current personnel for online debates, was something very valuable.

I was fascinated by the amount of information I learned about the business of basketball. Very impressed with the technology and had a great time working/practicing with it. Even more impressive was the staff and how we were able to interact with one another.

This course has provided me with the most amazing experience of my life! For those who think they know everything about their particular sport; you know nothing until you have completed this course. You will leave after eight weeks knowing much, much more then you did when you started. For all future sports business leaders, you owe it to yourself to take this course.

If anything I think the Basketball GM and Scouting course gave me more confidence in believing that I can successfully work someday in a professional organization. The online chats were a great way to gain insight into the basketball profession by speaking with people who have firsthand experience.

I really enjoyed the chats, we were able to network not only with people in the business but with other students who are trying to pursue the same careers.

I have learned so much from SMWW. The audio chats were invigorating, as we heard from experts who are involved in the day to day NBA world. Thanks to SMWW, I feel I can also communicate, and know what I am talking about.

1.The access to Synergy Sports Network was amazing. You feel like you are actually a scout.
2. SMWW accounts for everyone's sports knowledge.

I have learned how to scout and manage sports the right way which is with deep studying and great training. I met the Los Angeles D-Fenders assistant coach, Chucky Brown, which was a great experience. My favorite part was when we had audio chats with Ed Gregory because he is extremely knowledgeable about basketball.

The Basketball and Scouting GM Course gives a great insight the how Basketball teams work, the scouting imformation has changed the way I look at the game and its for the better. Thanks to this course I have made contacts within Basketball Teams and hopefully I can progress within this industry.

I never really believed in testimonials, because I thought it was something that companies posted up to sell you something, but this is real. The Basketball GM & Scouting course is the best thing that happened to me. The funny thing is I always wanted to learn about the NBA and scouting and the operations of an NBA GM, but I didn't know how to achieve that. I literally fell into this, because I remember searching for something else on the net and I saw the SMWW ad and when I clicked it and read through everything, I called them right away asked them a few questions and sigend up within a week. If you're like me and would love to work in sports, and want to actually feel good about doing something you love, and waking up in the morning and running to work rather than hoping you had the day off, then sign up you wont be disappointed.

I have learned a lot in the Basketball GM and Scouting course and have been able to carry this forward into the world of high school scouting. The resources and help from experts have shown some new options when it comes to evaluating talent. I loved this course!

My favorite part of the Basketball GM & Scouting course was the management section. It gave me some tools other than "my eyes" on how to discover and chose player. Too many times people think to know everything, taking part in the course I could learn that you can't always listen to everybody, that is better to ignore things and learn them in the right way and from the right people. I hope to take Athlete Management next!

I am a High School math teacher and basketball coach. When this past high school season ended, I was anxious to keep basketball season going besides just watching the NBA games. One day on the web I came across this basketball course from SMWW. I was very skeptical at first, but I thought that it may open new doors for me. The results have been fantastic. I enjoy reading the material and commenting on it in our discussions. We have 2 min drills which test our knowledge of the reading; we have a final paper and we comment on one another's work. What I like best are our Sunday "chats" with actual scouts and people in the business. What a great idea this is!! There are people to interface with, and everyone is passionate about the game and very nice. I have found I have a lot to learn, but I do know a lot already, and I feel strongly that I could have an impact on an NBA team as a scout or in the player personnel department. This course is well worth the time! Basketball is my passion.

The Basketball and Scouting GM Course has provided me with the knowledge and tools to obtain a position in Player Personnel. The audio chats were extremely beneficial in learning what it takes to be successful. As a result of the course, I have made great contacts and participated in assisting NBA scouts with research projects. If you are serious about having a career in basketball, this course is essential in getting you started.