Quick answer: DITR’s American Samoa pathway helps Pacific Islander student-athletes understand U.S. academic standards, NCAA eligibility, college baseball and softball recruiting, and life in the United States. It builds on Coach Murphy Su’a’s years coaching the American Samoa national baseball team (1998–2011).
Built on decades of relationships
Coach Murphy Su’a coached the American Samoa national baseball team from 1998 to 2011, including Olympic qualifying play and international tournaments. He has seen how much talent there is in the islands, and how few clear routes there are to U.S. college programs.
The pathway helps student-athletes and their families understand:
- U.S. academic standards and NCAA eligibility requirements
- How college baseball and softball recruiting works, at every level
- What advanced training and showcase exposure look like
- Adjusting to life and school in the United States
Frequently asked questions
Who is the American Samoa pathway for?
Pacific Islander student-athletes from American Samoa who want to understand U.S. academics, college recruiting and advanced training.
What is Coach Su’a’s connection to American Samoa?
He coached the American Samoa national baseball team from 1998 to 2011, including Olympic qualifying play.
Does the pathway cover softball?
Yes. It covers college baseball and softball recruiting.
Sign up