Meet Our Team

From highlight reels to signing deals—this is where your journey begins.

Our team is made up of former college athletes, coaches, and recruitment experts with firsthand experience in the U.S. college system. We know what it takes to get noticed, secure scholarships, and find the right fit for both athletic and academic success.

Proven success

Over $200M+ in scholarships and 2,000+ athletes placed, we know what it takes to succeed.

Personalised Guidance

Support tailored to your family’s unique goals, every step of the way.

Trusted Expertise

Parents, athletes, and coaches trust us to guide their journey with care and confidence.

Meet the expert who will be by your side throughout your recruitment journey.

Amrit Rai

Founder & CEO

Founder and Managing Director of Platform Sports Management. Amrit has secured over $100 million in sports scholarships. Born and raised in New Plymouth, New Zealand, he loves playing tennis, golf, and spending time with his family.

William Clarkson

Recruitment Manager

William has placed over 70 student-athletes, securing more than $10 million in scholarships. Born and raised in Kumeu, Auckland, he represented New Zealand in the Lacrosse World Cup and enjoys fishing in his free time.

Natasha Lloyd

Recruiter

Natasha competed in the NCAA Division I swimming system and now resides in Colorado, USA, with her husband, Tommy, a former D1 athlete. She loves the outdoors and runs a nonprofit teaching young children to swim.

Sammi Tahwaru

Athlete Support

Sammi represented New Zealand in soccer and competed in the NCAA Division I system. She coaches youth soccer in Auckland and currently competes in the Women’s New Zealand National League.

Joshua Tufino

Recruiter

Joshua played NCAA Division I college soccer and is a professional DJ based in Australia. He competes in the NPL soccer league in his free time.

Andrew Dobby

Recruiter

Andrew is a passionate sports enthusiast from Melbourne, Australia, with a background in American football, golf, and AFL.

Mack Roach

Athlete Support

Mack played NCAA Division I soccer and now coaches youth soccer in Gold Coast, Australia, while competing in the NPL soccer league.

Joseph McInnes

Recruiter

Joseph is here to support student-athletes and families, helping them navigate the recruitment process and maximize their college experience.

Carly Wright

Recruiter

A former Division I collegiate rower, Carly knows firsthand the challenges of balancing academics and athletics. She holds a Master’s in Sport Management from SMU and a Bachelor’s in Applied Mathematics from UC Berkeley. With a passion for sports and data, she is dedicated to helping student-athletes navigate the college recruitment process.

Jack Salt

Recruiter

A former Tall Black and NCAA Division I Champion, Jack Salt played a key role in Virginia’s 2019 National Championship before continuing his professional career in New Zealand and Australia. Now, as Head of Basketball Recruitment at Platform Sports, he’s dedicated to helping Kiwi and Aussie athletes secure U.S. college basketball opportunities.

Amrit has been instrumental in facilitating the college dreams of many student athletes worldwide.

He comes from the city of New Plymouth, New Zealand, and founded Platform Sports in 2014. Over the course of 10 remarkable years, his efforts have resulted in securing over 50 million in scholarships for these talented individuals, enabling them to gain access to prestigious universities.

With a global outlook, Amrit’s reach extends to athletes from 15 different countries. He has diligently built a strong recruitment team dedicated to assisting student athletes in finding the right college fit. Amrit’s mission focuses on creating a safe and transparent pathway for each student athlete, tailored to their unique college aspirations.

Amrit Rai

Founder & CEO

Our track record speaks for itself

Thousands of success stories and millions in scholarships secured.

"Going to a different country can seem daunting but Platform has helped me navigate the college system. Their team gets to work straight away and uses their vast number of contacts to find the best fit for you."

Henry Wang

University of Texas NCAA Division I Golf

"Platform was able to help me with my college experience by helping me communicate and talk to many schools giving me a range of options as well as supporting me with the signing process, after winning our conference in the first year."

Finn Burridge

Quinnipiac University NCAA Division I Tennis

“Playing college tennis was a decision that I made with great enthusiasm since I was encouraged by the right people. Amrit was very helpful, not only in terms of helping me find the best college, but also being realistic and telling me what is and isn’t realistic since the beginning of the process. I wouldn’t have been a Hopkins Tennis student-athlete without his help!”

Marco Azar

John Hopkins University NCAA Division III Tennis

"I am extremely grateful for Amrit and Platform’s efforts in providing me with the opportunity to play tennis for the University of Montana. It has been the best decision I’ve ever made and an everlasting experience. I graduated with a double major in Finance and Management Information Systems in May 2022."

Milo Benn

University of Montana NCAA Division I Tennis

"Coming from Lebanon, I felt lost applying to college, but Platform guided and motivated me every step, helping me excel academically and athletically while pursuing my tennis goals."

Joan Madi

East Carolina University NCAA Division I Tennis

“I felt a part of the Platform Whanau from day one. They did a good job helping my family and I understand the college process and place me in the right environment.”

Kaea Rangihaeata

Fairfield University NCAA Division I Soccer

“Platform sports made the recruitment process easy, finding my perfect school with support from NZ and US teams.”

Bree Anderson

Wagner College NCAA Division | Swimming

"Platform made the college process stress-free, helping me find and transfer schools with great advice from Amrit. They make you feel like a friend, making the experience even more enjoyable."

Tina Li

Brigham Young University NCAA Division I Tennis

“Platform Sports gave me the confidence and clarity to take this step in my career. Joining the University of Kentucky’s tennis program is a dream come true, and I’m ready for the challenge.”

Jack Loutit

University of Kentucky NCAA Division I Tennis

“Platform Sports made my transfer process seamless. Their support helped me secure the perfect fit at Purdue, where I can continue to grow as an athlete and a student.”

Max Collingwood

Transfer to Purdue University | Soccer

The Team Behind Platform

From highlight reels to signing deals—this is where your journey begins.

Proven success

Personalised Guidance

Trusted Expertise

Meet our team

Amrit has been instrumental in facilitating the college dreams of many student athletes worldwide.

Our track record speaks for itself

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