Your U.S. College
Roadmap
Archie Montgomerie
Track and Field · Tauranga Boys High School · New Zealand
- Current school year
- Year 12
- Expected graduation
- December 2027
- Expected U.S. college intake
- Fall 2028
- Recommended package
- Bundle
Your Consultation
Meeting Summary
Client objectives and pathway
Archie Montgomerie is a Year 12 student-athlete from Tauranga, New Zealand, currently attending Tauranga Boys’ College and developing as a cross-country and track runner. Archie is seeking support to use athletics as a pathway to continue his education in the United States, maintain an active sporting lifestyle, and gain broader academic and personal experience. His primary objective is not to pursue professional running, but to use sport to access a suitable university environment while continuing to develop competitively.
Archie is interested in academic programs related to social sciences, environmental sustainability, and other areas aligned with his personal interests. The preferred college environment should provide a strong balance of academics, athletics, personal wellbeing, and lifestyle. Location, climate, access to quality golf facilities, travel practicality, and overall fit for Archie and his family are important considerations.
Platform Sports support
Platform Sports will provide a personalised recruitment and placement strategy based on Archie’s athletic profile, academic eligibility, study interests, location preferences, financial considerations, and long-term goals. The support is intended to guide Archie and his family through the college journey and assist them in making informed decisions about suitable opportunities.
The proposed support includes:
Academic transcript and eligibility review, including assessment of subject choices and requirements for relevant U.S. college athletic pathways.
Athletic assessment covering running performances, competition results, development, and supporting recruitment information.
Identification of profile gaps and a structured plan to strengthen Archie’s academic and athletic positioning before coach outreach.
Development and refinement of professional recruitment materials, including Archie’s college profile and athletic résumé.
Ongoing guidance from the Platform Sports support team, including regular advisory meetings and support with workload management, academic progress, training balance, and preparation.
Direct outreach and introductions to suitable U.S. college coaches and programs.
Preparation for coach communications, interviews, and recruitment discussions.
Assistance interpreting scholarship and financial-aid opportunities, comparing college offers, and evaluating academic, athletic, location, and financial factors.
Support with college applications, transcripts, athletic information, selection decisions, and related documentation.
Guidance with visa, compliance, eligibility, onboarding, relocation, and preparation for life as an international student-athlete.
Ongoing college support in accordance with the selected support bundle, including guidance if Archie requires an alternative college pathway or transfer support.
Family considerations
The recruitment strategy will take into account the family’s preference for a suitable and enjoyable living environment, realistic travel considerations, financially sustainable college options, and a university setting that supports Archie’s academic, athletic, and personal development. The process will also consider Archie’s ability to adapt to life in the United States and the importance of maintaining access to appropriate academic and wellbeing support.
Commercial terms discussed
The parties discussed the following one-time service options, inclusive of GST:
Placement support bundle: NZD 7,500, covering preparation, recruitment, coach outreach, placement guidance, and related support through the college selection process.
Placement Plus Transfer support bundle: NZD 8,500, including the placement services above together with ongoing support through the college journey and transfer assistance where required.
The final selected support bundle, payment terms, and any specific inclusions or exclusions should be recorded in the commercial terms of the signed agreement. College tuition, housing, food, travel, equipment, and other university-related costs are separate from Platform Sports’ service fee and will vary according to the institution, scholarship or financial-aid package, and final placement.
Consultation Snapshot
Recommended package
Bundle
NZ$8,500
Your Recruitment Position
Where You Stand Today
- Early — you are here
- Developing
- Market Ready
- Active Recruitment
- Decision
- Committed
You're ahead of the standard recruitment cycle — the priority now is building a strong profile before the main networking period begins.
Your Roadmap
From Contract Signing To Four Years In The United States
This is a game plan, not a guarantee — timelines may change due to athlete injuries, eligibility changes, or college rule changes.
Contract Signing with Platform Sports
- Contract Signing
Onboarding
- Onboarding — you are here
Support & Preparation
Now – 1 Sept 2027
- Strategy
Market Ready
- Market Ready
Target Networking
1 Sept 2027 – 1 Feb 2028
- Recruitment
- Coach Engagement
- U.S. College Commitment
Departure to America
1 Jul 2028 – 31 Aug 2028
- Departure to USA
Four-Year Athlete Protection Period
2028 – 2031
- Protection Period
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
What If We Wait?
Starting Now vs. Starting In 12 Months
Timing
You're ahead of the standard recruitment cycle — the priority now is building a strong profile before the main networking period begins.
Your Recommended Package
Bundle
What’s included
Onboard
- Athlete and family onboarding
- Athlete evaluation
- Athletic background review
- Academic review
- Goals and ambitions discussion
- Graduation year confirmation
- Family budget discussion
- Scholarship expectation discussion
- Sporting history and achievements collection
- Academic information and transcript collection
- Recruitment profile and athlete biography
- Highlight video
- Athlete Portal access
- Initial recruitment strategy
Support
- Monthly meetings with your Platform Sports team, at minimum
- Platform Sports available at your request beyond scheduled meetings
- Athlete progress reviews
- Recruitment timeline guidance
- Academic and transcript guidance
- Subject-selection guidance
- NCAA eligibility guidance
- NCAA Eligibility Center guidance
- NAIA eligibility guidance
- NJCAA pathway guidance
- Amateurism guidance
- Recruitment preparation
- Coach communication education
- Scholarship education
- College pathway education
- Athlete Portal access
Network
- Placement strategy
- College research and targeting
- NCAA / NAIA / NJCAA program targeting
- College coach outreach
- Recruitment profile distribution
- Highlight video distribution
- Coach introductions and follow-up
- Coach conversation preparation
- Scholarship and financial offer guidance
- College opportunity comparison and offer evaluation
- College application and admissions guidance
- Eligibility documentation guidance
- Commitment support
Protect
- I-20 and SEVIS guidance
- Student visa and documentation guidance
- Visa interview preparation
- Pre-departure and transition-to-college guidance
- Athlete and family preparation
- Monthly athlete check-ins throughout all four years in the United States
- One free transfer included at no additional Platform Sports service fee
Your Recruitment Timeline
When Networking Begins
You are currently progressing toward our standard recruitment timeline, with the objective of becoming market-ready for active college networking during the main networking period.
Target networking period
1 Sept 2027 — 1 Feb 2028
Your recruitment timeline may adjust as your athletic profile, academics, results, and market readiness develop — Platform Sports reviews this continuously on your behalf.
Why Start Now
From Year 12 To U.S. College
Every year between now and Year 13 has a specific purpose. Here’s exactly what Platform Sports does, and what’s expected of you, at each stage — so you can see what starting now actually builds toward.
Year 12
2026
- Athlete and family onboarding
- Athlete evaluation
- Athletic background review
- Continue training and competing
- Provide sporting history and results
- Provide required documentation
Year 13
2027
- Placement strategy
- College research and targeting
- NCAA / NAIA / NJCAA program targeting
- Respond promptly to Platform Sports and college coaches
- Prepare for coach calls
- Research college options
U.S. College
Fall 2028
- 4-Year Athlete Protection
- Complete visa and eligibility requirements
- Prepare for departure
- Keep Platform Sports updated
We Don't Disappear After Placement
Four Years of Athlete Protection
Your Platform Sports journey does not end when you commit to a college. Throughout your four years in the United States, our team stays connected through a monthly athlete check-in covering your happiness and wellbeing, your sporting and academic experience, your relationship with coaches and teammates, your adjustment to life in the United States, and whether you need additional Platform Sports support.
Year 1
12 monthly check-ins
Year 2
12 monthly check-ins
Year 3
12 monthly check-ins
Year 4
12 monthly check-ins
Up to 48 monthly check-ins across your four years in the United States.
One free transfer is included as part of your Protection, if you ever need to change colleges — at no additional Platform Sports service fee.
Investment
Bundle Package
NZ$8,500
Full payment
NZ$8,500
3 monthly payments
NZ$2,918.33/mo
3 payments · NZ$8,755 total
6 monthly payments
NZ$1,501.67/mo
6 payments · NZ$9,010 total
Your Service Agreement
Terms & Conditions
Student-Athlete Placement Services Agreement — Platform Limited (New Zealand)
Parties
This Agreement is entered into between:
Platform Limited ("Platform"), a company registered in New Zealand, provides student-athlete placement services for admission to U.S. colleges, trading as Platform Sports Management.
Client / Athlete: Archie Montgomerie ("Athlete" or "Client"), a student-athlete seeking services to facilitate college placement in the United States. If the client is under legal age to authorise a contract, a legal guardian (parent) may sign on their behalf.
Background
Platform Limited provides services to assist student-athletes in applying for admission and scholarships to U.S. colleges. The Client acknowledges that acceptance into a college and the award of a scholarship are not guaranteed. This Agreement outlines the services provided and the Client's responsibilities.
Term and Termination
This Agreement begins upon signing and remains in effect until the Client's confirmed graduation from a U.S. college, or until earlier termination. If the Athlete transfers colleges, services continue at the new institution. If the Athlete withdraws, this Agreement terminates on written notice, subject to the Refund Policy.
Platform reserves the right to terminate without refund if the Client:
- Fails to comply with U.S. college recruitment guidelines;
- Engages other recruiting services without Platform's written consent;
- Fails to provide necessary documentation in a timely manner; or
- Breaches any terms of this Agreement.
Services Provided
- Personalised Recruitment Consultation
- Athletic & Academic Evaluations
- Ongoing Monthly Advisory Meetings with the Placement Team
- Guidance on Athletic Eligibility (NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA)
- SAT Preparation Assistance
- Two Professionally Edited Highlight Videos
- Customised College CV Development
- College Application & Selection Support
- Scholarship Funding Interpretation & Advisement
- Networking with College Coaches
- Athletic Contract Review & Advisory
- Visa & Immigration Support
- Transcript Evaluation & Processing
- Masterclass Access
- Full Platform College Insurance — support and transfers over 4 years
- UK Pathway Services via Platform Sports UK (London) — included at no additional cost
UK Pathway includes introduction to UK university coaches, UCAS guidance, transcript evaluation, UK Student Route visa advisory, and scholarship identification — all at no additional cost.
Client Obligations
- Fully complete all required documents and provide accurate information;
- Pay the required fees as per the invoice;
- Maintain communication with Platform throughout the process;
- Inform Platform of direct contact from U.S. college coaches (the Athlete may respond but must notify Platform promptly);
- Ensure compliance with NCAA/NAIA eligibility requirements.
Failure to meet these obligations may result in termination without a refund.
Social Media & Promotional Content
Platform Sports Management may share the Client's success story and achievements on its social media and marketing materials, unless the Client submits a written opt-out to support@platformsportsmanagement.com.
Payment Terms
The total service fee is NZ$8,500, per the invoice issued by Platform. The Service Fee is non-refundable except as set out in the Refund Policy. Failure to pay when due may result in suspension or termination of services.
The fee is non-refundable where the Client fails to meet eligibility requirements, voluntarily withdraws, decides not to pursue university attendance, or does not receive an offer or scholarship.
Refund Policy
30-Day Satisfaction Period
The Athlete may request an 80% refund if dissatisfied, provided the request is made in writing within 30 days of signing.
Medical or Exceptional Circumstances
If the Client is medically unable to continue with verifiable documentation, Platform may consider a refund on a case-by-case basis.
Termination by Platform
If Platform terminates for reasons unrelated to Client performance, a pro-rata refund based on services delivered may be provided. Platform responds to refund requests within 14 days. No refunds apply to third-party costs including NCAA/NAIA registration, SAT, visa, insurance, or travel.
Confidentiality and Non-Circumvention
Both parties agree to keep all information exchanged confidential. The Client agrees not to bypass Platform and engage directly with colleges or scholarship providers using information obtained through Platform's services without prior written approval.
Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
Platform cannot guarantee college admission or scholarship awards. Platform is not responsible for: NCAA/NAIA eligibility decisions; visa approvals or rejections; the Client's academic or athletic performance; or any fees beyond those in this Agreement.
Amendments
All amendments require mutual written consent signed by both parties. No unilateral changes shall be effective.
Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of New Zealand. Disputes will be resolved in the courts of New Zealand.
Assignment
Platform may assign this Agreement only with the Client's prior written consent. Any assignment will not reduce services or alter the Client's rights.
Special Clause — Geopolitical and Travel Restrictions
If the Client is genuinely prevented from continuing due to a formal government-declared national emergency or travel restrictions that prevent entry into, or study within, the United States, the Client may submit a written request within 14 days, with supporting evidence. Platform will respond within 14 days, offering: a deferral; a transfer to an alternative pathway; or a partial refund for services not yet delivered. This clause applies only where the Client is materially prevented — not where withdrawal is by choice.
Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements. Any modifications must be in writing and signed by both parties.
Platform College Insurance — Summary
Included in the service fee. Covers the Athlete for up to 4 years:
- College Transfer Support — full transfer process managed at no extra charge;
- Ongoing Advisory (4 Years) — placement team access throughout;
- Scholarship Funding Advisement — assistance if funding is reduced or not renewed;
- Eligibility Monitoring — NCAA/NAIA eligibility guidance throughout;
- Emergency Placement — if a programme is discontinued or circumstances require a new placement;
- Communication Support — facilitation with coaches, athletic directors, and admissions staff.
Not covered: third-party costs, medical/personal insurance, legal fees, or guarantees of scholarship renewal or playing time. Platform College Insurance is a service commitment — not a regulated financial product.
Platform Limited · Platform Sports Management · support@platformsportsmanagement.com · Governed by the laws of New Zealand
By paying this invoice, you agree to the Terms & Conditions set out in this proposal.