Article: Playing a sport in college is a big commitment. At top ranked schools, you will be playing and practicing nearly every day of the week. While in season, you will be traveling and missing classes for games.  The majority of soccer teams are regulated under the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), which has three divisions. Only Division I and Division II schools are eligible to offer athletic scholarships; you can narrow your search to these schools.  Players on Division III teams can earn academic and merit scholarships, but these will not constitute soccer scholarships. This takes self-reflection and being honest with yourself about your abilities. Playing for a top ranked college is not going to be feasible if your soccer skills are not at an exceptionally high level. Playing soccer at a college level is a huge commitment and if you are not 100% committed to playing, you will not succeed.  Setting goals that are appropriate to your skill level can save you from heartache and disappointment down the line. Within Division I and Division II schools, colleges vary on their competitiveness. Look at the current college soccer rankings to identify schools that are more competitive than others. Even though you want to play soccer for this college, you are also there to get an education. The colleges that you apply to should fit your academic goals and be a good fit for you outside of soccer. Again, these goals should be realistic and reflective of your academic abilities. Colleges set academic requirements for their athletes and if you fall below this grade point average you can be suspended from the team. If you are an exceptional student, you will have more opportunities available. Talk with your high school and club coach about your skill level, your potential to win a scholarship, and where you can improve. Be candid and open with your coaches about your goals to win a scholarship and ask for their help.  Your coaches will most likely have established relationships with some colleges and recruiters. The number of contacts that your coach will have can vary widely, but they can get your foot in the door. Ask them what skills and areas you can improve on. Even the best soccer player can fine tune their skills and improve their consistency. Your coaches can help you identify the areas you are weak in so you can improve before playing in front of recruiters. Talk to other players that you know who have gone through this process and players that are now collegiate athletes. Ask them about their experiences and for advice on the process. Consider asking them questions like:  What has your experience playing soccer in college been like? What were the most challenging parts of the recruiting process? What do you wish you had known about the process before you had started it? Men and women’s teams are ranked based off of their win-loss record and performance in tournaments. If you want to focus your search to the most competitive schools, you should aim to be recruited by schools that are in the top 25 of the nation.  Men’s and women’s teams are ranked separately. You may find that some schools have stronger men’s programs than women’s or vice versa. Based on your goals, your coaches’ input, and your skill level, you can begin to identify schools that you are most interested in. This list of schools should include the name of the soccer coach and their contact information. Most schools will have a website devoted to their athletic program where you can find this information. Your list of schools should be large in the beginning of your process and become narrowed down over time.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Decide what type of college experience you want to have. Set appropriate goals. Set academic goals. Talk to your coaches. Talk to other players. Look at team rankings. Make a list of schools.

Problem: Article: Collect the branches in spring when new growths are forming on the tree. Look for fresh green shoots and branches that are skinnier than a pencil to use for your rooting tonic. Use a pair or pruning shears or a sharp utility knife to cut the willow branches at a 45-degree angle so the tree doesn’t develop rot.  You can use any type of willow for your rooting hormone. Don’t use any dead branches since they won’t contain any of the natural rooting hormones. When you’re ready to plant your cuttings, dip the cut ends in the willow water solution and leave them to soak for at least 2 hours so they can absorb the nutrients. After they’ve soaked, put your cuttings in the soil so they can start to grow. You can also use the willow solution to water your cuttings during the first month of growth to help promote healthy roots and foliage.
Summary: Collect 2 cups (256 g) of young branches from a willow tree. Soak your cuttings in the willow solution for 2-3 hours before planting.

If the introduction is formal, say "Hello, I'm [first name][last name]."  If it's informal, say "Hi, I'm [first name].  Immediately after you've stated your name, ask for the other person's name by saying "What’s your name?" in a pleasant tone. When you learn the other person's name, repeat it by saying "It's a pleasure to meet you, Pedro" or "Nice to meet you, Caroline." Repeating the person’s name will help you remember it, and give the introduction a more personal touch. or other culturally appropriate greeting. Most cultures have a form of physical contact to accompany a greeting. In the United States, it is often a handshake. Be sure to keep the handshake brief and not too loose (floppy) or firm (bone-breaking).  Be aware of cultural differences. For instance, it is considered rude to firmly shake hands in China. It is often  appropriate to greet with a hug, especially if you’re meeting a friend of a friend or an in-law. Hugs show more openness than a handshake. Women more often than men may prefer a hug to a handshake. In many cultures, it is culturally appropriate to greet with a kiss. In South America, for instance, all women are greeted with one kiss, and in France, women are greeted with one kiss on each cheek.  If you are unsure of the appropriate greeting, follow the other person’s lead or watch how other people greet around you. It’s important to show interest in the other person. Ask where she is from, what she does for a living, or ask about any common bonds you may have. Ask about what she loves to do and the passions she has in life. Show that you are engaged and interested in what she has to say.  You may tell a little bit of your background in order to engage  conversation and share about yourself. Telling someone where you work or that you love rock climbing  is appropriate and may lead to more conversation  topics. Don’t take the opportunity to talk only about yourself. You will come across as selfish or uninteresting . After you've met someone for the first time, you should end the conversation by restating that you enjoyed meeting.  If the interaction was formal, say something like "Mrs. Castro, I'm delighted to have met you.  I hope we can talk again soon."  If your conversation was informal, you can say "It was great meeting you, Harold. Hope to see you around."
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Exchange names. Offer a handshake Ask questions. Close the conversation.