About NCP
Service & Support Programs
SERVING STUDENT-ATHLETES. BUILDING LEADERS OF TOMORROW.
Our three initiatives support young people who share the goal of playing college sports through a dedication to individual excellence, leadership and public service.
| NCP SPORTS LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Established in 2018, the NCP Leadership Summit is a leadership development conference designed to help Student-Athletes prepare for the recruitment process and college admission.
During the summit, former pro-athletes, business leaders, current college athletes and sports professionals interact with student-athletes to share knowledge and experiences. Business leaders and sports professionals provide information on potential career paths through the various networking activities.
| NATIONAL COLLEGE PREPS SCHOLAR PROGRAM
Established in 2020, the National College Preps (NCP) Scholar Program is a scholarship for first-generation college-bound student-athletes living in the state of South Carolina. Student-athletes are accepted during their 7th or 8th grade middle school years.
NCP Scholars receive full access to all NCP Developmental Programs at no cost. Scholars are provided with mentoring, leadership training, campus experiences and athletic training.
To date, the Program has awarded scholarships to 37 NCP Student-Athletes. Applications for the program are accepted yearly during the months of January and February.
| NCP CAMPUS VISITS PROGRAM
Established in 2005, the NCP Campus Visits Program is designed to provide opportunities for student-athletes and their parents to experience college life through campus visits, attending college sports events, taking academic tours and interacting with current college athletes.
The following colleges and universities have supported our programs by granting us access to their facilities and campuses: Duke University, University of Florida, Clemson, Georgia, Vanderbilt, Florida Atlantic, University of South Carolina, Coastal Carolina, Furman University, Mercer University, SC State, North Greenville, UNC Chapel-Hill, Virginia, Davidson University, Wofford University, Harvard, Wake Forest, Tennessee, and others.
College Placement List
NCP Student-Athletes have attended the following colleges and universities as a scholarship athlete, walk-on or financially awarded athlete:
University of Tennessee
University of South Carolina
Clemson University
University of Georgia
University of Florida
Carson Newman
University of Nebraska
Mars Hill College
University of Alabama
Coastal Carolina
University of Northern Illinois
University of West Virginia at Charleston
University of Miami (Florida)
Wake Forest
Liberty University
Appalachian State
Johnson C. Smith University
Western Carolina University
North Carolina Central
University of Central Florida
Charleston Southern University
University of Missouri
Eastern Michigan
Louisiana Monroe
Newberry College
Valdosta State
Duke University
Norfolk State
Georgia State
Mercer University
Howard University
NC State
Louisville University
Western Kentucky
East Tennessee State
Hampton University
James Madison University
Liberty University
Fayetteville State University
SC State University
UNC Chapel Hill
Norfolk State University
Presbyterian College
West Georgia
University of Alabama (Birmingham)
Furman University
NC A&T University
North Greenville University
Hampton-Sydney
University of Kentucky
Limestone University
Wofford College
Florida A&M
Florida State
University of Texas (Austin)
Tulane University
East Carolina
Davidson College
Trinity College
Anderson University (SC)
The Founder
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In 1998, Greg Hood, founded National College Preps to provide support and guidance for first-generation college-bound student-athletes. As a first-generation college graduate and a former walk-on athlete at Clemson University, Greg has a passion for supporting young people who aspire to attend college, participate in sports and graduate to become the leaders of tomorrow.
From the inception, Greg Hood wanted NCP Sports to be no ordinary sports program. He was determined to develop a program designed on the holistic development of the athlete and not just a focus on athletic talent. Through his experience as a two-sport letterman at Clemson University, he understands the demands and pressures of sport.
By taking an innovative approach to developing, training and preparing young people for college life, the program’s primary mission is to increase the graduation rate among college athletes and build strong men, women and families through sports, education and successful careers.
As a result of years of community building and network development during their training years, along with formative influences such as mentoring and conference experiences, each class of student-athlete leaders consult and work with one another, ensuring collaboration and continuity.
Greg’s engagement and support in creating a viable model for young people to succeed, and remain committed to excellence, is what makes his vision extraordinary.
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Education
Clemson University, Clemson, SC
Bachelors in Sports Management, 1994
College of Health, Education and Human DevelopmentCareer in Education
Admissions Financial Aid Officer, Christ Church Episcopal School, 1998-2002
Committee Co-Chair for Diversity Programs, Palmetto Association of Independent Schools
Physical Education Instructor, Christ Church Episcopal SchoolAthletic Career
ACC Championship Clemson, Football, 1991
ACC Championship Clemson, Indoor Track, 1990, 1992
ACC Championship Clemson, Outdoor Track, 1990, 1993
Player of the Game Honors vs Virginia, 1993
Player of the Game Honors vs Duke, 1993
Junior Olympics, #8 US National Rank, Long JumpCoaching Career
Instructor Nike SPARQ Combines
Instructor NUC Combines
Defensive Coordinator, Christ Church Episcopal School, 1996-2007
Assistant Head Coach, Christ Church Episcopal School, 2003-2006
Head Track & Field Coach, Christ Church Episcopal School, 1996-2005
Member South Carolina High School Coaches League
Head Official Class-A State Track & Field Championships
Class-A Region II - Track Coach of the Year, 1999
Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach, 1996-1998Military Career
Communications Specialist, Multi-Channel, United States Army 151st Signal Battalion, 1990-1996, Honorable Discharge
U.S. Army Recruitment School, Fort Jackson, Columbia, South Carolina
Physical Training Cadre, B-Company, South Carolina Army National Guard, Belton, South Carolina
2024 Boards & Committees
Board of Trustees
Dr. Lori Brownlee
Larry McCullough
Delano Robinson
Kenneth Page
Dr. Dondre Simpson
Selection Committee
Derrick Gates
LaShanna Poole
Jackie Roberts
Ambrose Johnson
Tyrone Colson
Advisory Board
Gerald Riggs, Jr.
Mark Woodson
Tahj McDade
Dr. Tyresia White
Christian Lockhart