We goofed.. After telling you why it's a great idea to take charge of your future and contact coaches with your interest we didn't tell you how to do that.  There are a variety of ways to do your homework about colleges and programs you might be interested and even some ways that help you identify schools.   FINDING COLLEGES There are about 3,000 colleges in the country, and you can't know every one.  There are many online guides to colleges, but very few online options that combine academics and athletics.   The College Board has an excellent sort and find tool which shows 798 colleges with mens lacrosse.  Click here to visit this list and browse colleges that might fit you. Peterson's College Guide and search tool list 874 colleges with men's lacrosse programs.  Click here to browse these.   FINDING COACHES Here's the big one - the link to name, email and phone for college lacrosse coaches from just about every college both 4 year and 2 year in the country.  Thanks to US Lacrosse for this great resource.     FINDING BLUE CHIP 225   After you've connected with colleges and coaches, let them know you'll be at Blue Chip 225 this summer where they can see you showcase your skills against top players from around the country.  Just click below to be part of the program that works to connect you with colleges and coaches.  If you're not already registered, just click below to showcase your game this summer.