Athletes training at sunset
501(c)(3) non-profit

Scholarships
are not promised.
Opportunities are.

Rural Athletic Association builds the next generation of athletes through inclusive camps, recruiting services, and skill training.

Rural Roots · Athletic Passion

Mission

Provide inclusive, impactful athletic programs. Inspire and empower youth through teamwork, skill development, and a passion for sports.

Vision

Dedicated to shaping young lives through sports — building character, resilience, and a love for an active lifestyle.

Motto

Rural Roots,
Athletic Passion.

What we do

Three pillars. One mission.

Exposure camps

Skill training and youth sport camps that put athletes in front of college coaches and scouts.

Education resources

Core GPA and eligibility guidance to keep athletes academically ready for the next level.

Recruiting help

Get listed, get seen. Personalized recruiting support across multiple sports.

Prospects Global

Recruiting & prospects

Get listed. Get noticed. Recruiting help, eligibility guidance, and camp discounts.

Register now
Boys Basketball Recruiting
$50/year
Girls Basketball Recruiting
$50/year
Football Recruiting
$50/year
Track & Field Recruiting
$50/year
Global Training Sessions
$20/session
Leadership

Built by coaches.

Executive Director

Lucas West

B.S. Recreation & Sport Management, Coastal Carolina University. M.S. Sport Management, Southern New Hampshire University. Certified in Athletic Administration.

lwest@ruralathleticassociation.org
Owner, Prospects Global

Champ Merriweather

Bachelor of Arts in Community Recreation, Benedict College. 5+ years coaching high school varsity football, basketball, track and field, and soccer. 10+ years in skill position training.

Champ@ruralathleticassociation.org
501(c)(3)
Non-profit
4+
Sports covered
$50
Recruiting/year
$20
Per training session

Your opportunity starts here

Create a profile, register for a camp, get on a coach's radar.