Today we talk about the importance of hiring an advisor for your athlete in the college recruiting process. www.jhicksconsulting.com We are here for you. Did you know our adivsors were college coaches and college athletes? This is very important and will bring specific strengths to helping your gymnast get recruited. Feel free to contact us today if you have any questions.
Jill shares the details of how gymnastics college teams may change the way they recruit and how scholarships will potentially be adjusted.
Jill is going to give you all the details about the dead period and how parents can also prepare for June 15th. Thank you for taking part in either our JH$50 or the recent webinar Preparing for June 15th. www.jhicksconsulting.com
Enjoy this topic on tips on how to have a great practice when a college coach comes to watch you train www.jhicksconsulting.com
I have found in working with hundreds of parents in the recruiting process that they want so badly to see their athlete get recruited. Sometimes nerves get the best of us and we don't realize how we might be coming across. Today's podcast will hopefully identify some areas to be aware of when your athletes starts talking with college coaches and going on visits. Don't forget to join us for JH$50 which ends soon or for our webinar on June 1. You can find information on my Instagram at jhicksconsu...
Most athletes I believe choose a team and hope it is for all 4 - 5 years of college, however I am working with many gymnasts that are in the Portal or changing their verbal commitment. The NCAA is making it easier on the athlete to switch teams, but this is not always ideal. It is important to think through the pros and cons. For some it is certainly a change that needs to happen and it is becoming more common. I share 10 reasons why this often happens and how we as advisors typically help in th...
Smile Project Confidence You've got this! Parents have fun too. Do your best to video routines, even at practice. I look forward to meeting you all in person.
Welcome back! On this podcast I share "who does the recruiting"? Honestly, there is no perfect answer. Every college staff does it a bit differently. But take a listen and I share how to manage each university. We are going to be offering another webinar soon. It is all about being ready for direct communication with college coaches. How to prepare for phone calls, zooms and visits. You can be any year of graduation and any sport. www.jhicksconsulting.com...
Jill shares what you can be doing if you did not qualify to Western, Eastern or DP Nationals. There is so much you can be offering to the college coaches in regards to recruiting. If you are one of our current clients here at JH Consulting, be sure to contact your advisor to receive our PDF called "Checklist for Nationals". We are excited for all our listeners no matter where you are at in the recruiting process. We are here to provide the tools, tips and education you need to get recruited. Par...
As you approach the next few meets, you get to stop thinking about recruiting. Implement these strategies that Jill shares. It can help you create an more enjoyable experience at the competition while minimizing distractions. Also, if you want to join our webinar Wed April 16 the link is below. NCAA vs House results and how it could impact you. Registration below: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6l5a4zVjTK2DUX1Bk8Go6A#/registration
College coaches are looking for recruits who have these quality characteristics. It might surprise you that it is not about perfectionism. These qualities everyone can obtain. Join our team of advisors: www.jhicksconsulting.com We will prepare you We will share with you how to market your strengths, videos and all the items needed to get you recruited
Whether you are competing at your State Championships or not you must keep your recruiting moving forward. Jill shares some practical things to consider to make the most of your State meet. Be sure to watch for our webinar coming to you on Wednesday April 16 at 6pmPST/ 9pmEST. Title is: Results of the HOUSE VS NCAA and how it impacts you. We have two guest speakers joining Jill and there will also be a Q&A. We have limited seating and details will be announced soon. Go to www.jhicksconsultin...
Today Jill shares : 1. Why an athlete often enters the Portal 2. Items to be aware of as you consider the Portal 3. How do you know if it is time for your daughter to enter the Portal 4. How do college coaches view the athletes in the Portal 5. How often does it work out for the better after the athlete enters the Portal and transfers colleges If you would like to talk more about the possiblity of transferring or how the Portal may impact your daughter, contact JH Consulting today. www.jhickscon...
Jill shares some tips on how to manage the timing when an injury happens and you are in the middle of recruiting. Join JH Consulting: www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Fill out the forms page Press submit and you will receive a call
During this time period it can be hard to understand why college coaches may not be responding. I will share what some of them are saying in regards to recruiting. www.jhicksconsulting.com Join JH Consulting today We also have a summer camp page. Check It out!
You may be a 2025 or 2026 and have not been recruited. It can be so frustrating to understand why you are not getting phone calls or returned emails. This episode is for you. We are in your corner. There may be things you can be doing to get things rolling or at least provide some information to help you stay patient. www.jhicksconsulting.com Join our team if you need help
Emailing is often a confusing platform for the college recruit. When to start email and what to put in your emails is a challenge. Enjoy hearing 5 simple tips that will give you direction when contracting your emails to college coaches. www.jhicksconsulting.com Short Term and Long Term advising plans available.
Have you watched any 2025 college meets the past two weekend? Wow! There are some great gymnastics to be seen. Jill shares some of the new adjustments to this season with the judges and NCAA modifications. Watch for two webinars JH Consulting will be hosting. 1. Details in regards to the new 20 limit roster spots on the NCAA women's gymnastics teams and how this may impact your daughter 2. Lets get you prepared for June 15th both the parent and athlete www.jhicksconsulting.com Join our team and ...
Recruiting is stressful. There are so many unknowns. So how do you know if a college coach is serious? What are the indicators. Join Jill as she shares eight items to watch for that often show the college coach is seriously recruiting you. www.jhicksconsulting.com We have short and long term plans. We work with male and female athletes. Also, we have an advisor in the area of aquatics, essay writing and A&T. If your athlete needs a push in conditioning to have a better season, Mike is your g...
JH Consulting wishes you a very Happy New Year! 2025 is here and we are so excited for each of you to start your season. Jill also shares how she is getting through a major surgery and how it relates to each of you. Gratitude, staying positive and leaning on the life skills you learn being an athlete is incredible. Yes, recruiting and injuries are challenging but you are strong and able to push through the ups and downs that may come your way. Today is the last day of JH$50 so be sure to registe...
This topic can be very challenging and different for each person. It is important to decide which level is going to be best in regards to your confidence. How does this decision impact recruiting? What are the pros and cons when making this decision. Also, if you would like to take part in our holiday special JH$50 please click on the link below. https://jhicksconsulting.com/jh50special
I would say 90% of the time our clients cast a wider net at some point in the recruiting process. It should not be something that is frowned upon or negative. It is common and normal. Jill shares some tips on knowing when it is time to possibly make a change and open up to more options. Sometimes it might surprise you, how great the new options could be. Don't miss out on our Holiday Special JH$50. Only once a year we offer a full our session for $50. The only requirement is that you are new to ...
Dr Hart has done so much for the sport of gymnastics. She is treats gymnasts from all over the country. Her personal touch having been a gymnast in club and college spurred her on to to helping gymnasts heal and recover from injuries. Dr. Hart also started a non profit and information is below. Fun news....keep your eyes open for her on tv this summer on Ninja Warrior. Gymnastics Medicine Sports Medicine Clinic: Boston Children's Hospital: The Micheli Center (9 Hope Ave. Waltham, MA) Please call...
Many families are not yet in the college athletic recruiting process. You might have a 2027 -2028 gymnast or even younger. College recruiting is ahead of you. I can tell you it does come quickly. Today I share some basic tips so that you know what is ahead. If you have a Level 7 or 8 gymnast and you would like more information you can purchase our plan called "Bright Futures". https://jhicksconsulting.com/bright-futures If your gymnast is older but not yet receiving responses or going on visits,...
Today Jill shares what college coaches are saying about their recruiting class of 2026 . She also gives encouragement to the recruit on how to mentally prepare for your season if you have not verbally committed to a college team You can receive a personal advisor at JH Consulting www.jhicksconsulting.com click on Get Started and fill out the forms page.
Today Jill shares what is happening with recruiting and 2025's. If you are feeling frustrated by coaches going quiet, hang in there things will change. What should you be doing and what can JH Consulting do for you? Contact us today www.jhicksconsulting.com
Posting videos is crucial on the college recruiting process. Many gymnast struggle with this very important part of the recruiting process because they do not feel their videos are good enough. Being a perfectionist holds the gymnast back and comparing themselves to other videos they see on social media. Jill shares some tips to consider to make this part of recruiting smoother. Join the JH team www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Drop down to gymnastics and fill out the forms page We ...
Ella Kate had an incredible college recruiting journey to University of Alabama's gymnastics team. She and her mom share the highs and lows of going through the recruiting process. www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Stared Scoll down to Gymnastics Fill out the forms page An advisor will contact you
Part 1 Ella Kate and her mom Cynthia share her incredible journey to committing to University of Alabama on a full athletic Scholarship. Ella Kate has lived away from home with her mom for many years as she pursued being an Elite gymnast. Ella Kate's family have never looked back and feel everything in Ella Kate's gymnastics path has been worth it. Ella Kate knew Alabama was the right fit when she stepped on campus. Enjoy both Part 1 and Part 2 of her story. www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get...
The Snyder's share their journey from start to finish with two 2026 graduates at the same time. Join JH Consulting today www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Fill out the forms page
