Luan, Vicki and Jill share with the parent and gymnast what to prepare for at Nationals. If you are a first timer to Nationals or returning be sure to take a listen. To become a JH Girl Go to www.jhicksconsulting.com JH Leotards for fun or summer camps www.saluteleos.com
Jill discusses the challenges of not qualifying to Nationals, but also gives hope and a plan to keep your recruiting moving forward. Be encouraged and know that not going to Nationals will not stop your recruiting. It is just a "speed bump" www.jhicksconsulting.com jill@jhicksconsulting.com - email me if you have any questions. We are in your corner!
Hi JH Girls! I want you to know you can be proud of what you have accomplished even before you compete this weekend. You have worked hard and accomplished much. You know the sacrifices you have made and we celebrate each of you on your journey this season. If you are injured or not competing, keep working hard even when no one is watching. Your comeback will shape you into an even stronger person and athlete. College recruiting can still continue to move forward even with speed bumps along the w...
Luan and I are excited to share with our potential Elite and Hopes families what we have learned as we have helped other families just like you throughout the college recruiting process. Luan shares her personal stories of what it was like raising an Elite gymnast and how she could have benefited from an advisor years ago. We also share 10 areas of advising we provide to our current Sr. Jr Elites or Hopes families. To become a JH Girl go to www.jhicksconsulting.com and click on Get Started...
Evan is a ball of energy! An expert in team dynamics, peak performance and leadership. Evan was a past NFL and college football coach who shares his unique experiences and how they apply to the college recruiting process. His stories are beautiful examples of how you can make an incredible impression on college coaches way beyond athletic talent. Evan has launched a book called "FINDING INTANGIBLES" and he also hosts a podcast called The Highest Level www.jhicksconsulting.com - Become a JH Girl ...
There are many reasons college coaches go silent. Some of the reasons may have nothing to do with you. I typically recommend that recruits keep reaching out to the college coach until they get a "no thank you". In this podcast I discuss why college coaches strop responding and some helpful tips on what to do if you are not connecting with the college coach. To become a JH Girl go to www.jhicksconsulting.com and click on Get Started. Fill out the forms page and one of our advisors will give you a...
You should be having fun and celebrating no matter how far your season continues. You may be thinking how do I have fun when I am so worried about not qualifying to the next meet? How will this impact my recruiting? What if I did not qualify to the State meet due to injuries? Often just the title of a meet can create havoc for the athlete. Listen today as Jill discusses practical ways the athlete can deal with the extra adrenaline and distractions this time of year. How does the college coach lo...
Today I have a guest who owns a gym in Southern California, Suzanne Caron. She shares with us what she looks for in hiring a club coach, how she leads her team of coaches and what legacy she hopes to leave in being a club owner. Become a JH Girl today www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started and fill out the forms page Also, don't forget to purchase our new JH Leotards- www.saluteleos.com for details
We discuss athletic and academic scholarships as well as what it means to be a walk-on. Become a JH Girl - Go to www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Fill out the forms page An advisor will give your parent a call We have both short and long term plans
Tara, a JH mom shares on this podcast what it is like to go through the recruiting process with two Level 10 daughters. The eldest daughter Alana, was having serious talks with college coaches and then unfortunately got injured. The recruiting seemed to stop for a while. Walking through this part of the journey was not easy for her daughter or for her as the mom. Tara's youngest daughter is a first year Level 10 in 8th grade with the same dreams and hopes of competing in college. What has Tara l...
When you watch a college meet, you may be wondering what are the differences in the code of points between a college meet and a Level 10 club meet. Gymnastics start values and skills can be so confusing. Today I break down the basic differences of Level 10 vs college requirements. I also point out 7 items the college coach is focused on when watching recruits. Bottom line is college gymnastics is all about doing what you do, very clean. www.jhicksconsulting.com Also, if you need a new leotard to...
This episode will cover how to stay away from overthinking the recruiting process. Keep it manageable, simple, encouraging and real. Become a JH Girl Today! www.jhicksconsulting.com
1. Start with our JH Consulting worksheet 2. Talk with your gymnasts and parents by Level 9 3. Establish realistic goals 4. Encourage your gymnasts to create an Instagram account by Level 9 5. Help with videoing in training and meets 6. Gymnast must market themselves on IG and through emails 7. Meet with the gymnasts monthly to review how things are going 8. Possibly create a website with your teams candidates for college 9. Make direct phone calls to college coaches 10. Invite college coaches t...
Often the gymnast only wants to load her "perfect" videos, but there is so much more the college coaches want to see from a recruit. Enjoy this quick podcast with several tips on various videos that work well when walking through the college recruiting process. www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Fill out the FORMS page Level 9 or 9th grade is the best time to get started
We must keep in mind 10% of athletes in all sports have college coaches come after them during recruiting. 90% of athletes have to go after the college coaches for recruiting purposes. In the sport of gymnastics (a club sport) college recruiters have 10 different ways things they do to find the right recruit for their team and school. If you want to hire a personal recruiting advisor for your daughter, go to www.jhicksconsulting.com and click on Get Started. Fill out the forms page and we will c...
Mindset, is the key word in this podcast. College coaches understand that you may have to take time off, have a gym shut down or have no competitions. But, how are you managing yourself through this time? What are you doing that shows them that you are working just as hard under new circumstances? Have you pushed the reset button and created a new mindset? Are you getting stronger, staying fit and conditioning for your comeback? Show them everyday on your Instagram! Prove to them that you have a...
Mindset is the key word in this podcast. College coaches understand that you may have to take time off, have a gym shut down or no competitions. But, how are you managing yourself? What can you be doing to show them that you are working just as hard with a new mindset. Yes, your situation may change and shift but are you staying on top of recruiting by creating a new mindset when needed? Are you getting stronger, staying fit and conditioning for your comeback? Show them everyday on your Instagra...
Catch the attention of the college coaches by thinking outside of the box and being creative. But also know what the college coach really wants to see on your videos and what they hope you will discuss in your emails. Prior to June 15th following your Sophomore year, it can be challenging to know what to say in your emails when their can be no back and forth communication. Jill, gives you 10 tips that she knows college coaches want to see and hear from you. If you are looking for a personal advi...
Ashley Echelberger was a standout on the Baylor A&T team. She shares with us her recruiting journey and student - athlete experience. She was recruited from a high school in Texas where she was a cheerleader and became an Academic All American as well as the NCATA most outstanding athlete her senior year. If you have the desire to learn more about a path from cheer to A&T you won't want to miss this podcast. Our advisors at JH Consulting specialize in not only gymnast headed to A&T b...
Jensie's parents hired me when she entered 9th grade. She had only competed Level 7. Multiple surgeries later and only being able to train on bars and beam as a senior she was recruited as a walk on to some of the top teams in the country. Jensie also shares what it was like being a Level 10 walk on at Alabama and how tough it was mentally to make the bar line up. Such an encouraging podcast with another JH Girl who is transparent and willing to share her story. If you are interested in JH Consu...
If you have the dream of competing for Stanford University or want to go into the medical field, this podcast is for you! What I also enjoyed was our conversation as to why it is so hard for athletes to share their injuries with their coaches. Tenaya West, competed for Stanford University on floor and beam and shares what it was like to be on a team that won the Pac 10 Championships and the NCAA Super Six. So much insight into how the sport of gymnastics prepared her not only to do well at Stanf...
In the sport of gymnastics we just finished a dead period and will be moving into another one in December. We will also discuss goals for the month of December.
Some professional athletes have said sports is 90% mental and 10% physical. If this is true, then JH Girls we need to be sure you are ready for your season by not just putting in time on the skills needed physically, but also be aware your mental game preparation. Doc Ali has worked with thousands of gymnasts through the years. She has such a fun way of providing tools for the athlete to build their confidence and consistency. She starts with helping the athlete to have the right mindset. We als...
I met Tammy while I coached at Oregon State University and she comes to JH Consulting with over 25 years of experience in the cheer and dance industry. Tammy founded Golden State Spirit Association, Aloha Spirit Productions, acquired Mid-Atlantic Championships and now direct The Spirit Network, including The Spirit Royale and Spirit Championship brands. She cheered at Fresno State University, coached at Oregon State University and in the CBA, and have also coached at the high school and all-star...
Brendi is the mom of JH Girl- Lilly Tubbs who is headed to WA on a full athletic scholarship. Brendi shares their journey through the college recruiting process. We started with one list of schools when Lilly was in 8th grade and by the time she was a junior in high school, multiple year Level 10 her list was completely different. The college she thought would be a done deal ended with a "no thank you " from the coach. I gave Lilly 24 hours to grieve that situation and we then got after it and c...
Before you know it you will have decided on your college team, competed for four years, then find yourself graduating and looking for a job. Rishav and I had a candid conversation about practical techniques you can apply when interviewing now with the college coaches and being aware of how athletes can be perceived by your potential future employer. Rishav is a graduate from Virginia Tech and founder of the company, Compound Career. Past employee at Linkedin and Under Armour as well as best sell...
The athletes nutrition and fitness choices can make a huge difference in the sport of gymnastics. If you are struggling with injuries or wanting to know more about becoming your best you in regards to fitness and nutrition......you won't want to miss this guest speaker. We talk about our own personal struggles with food and our passion to help gymnasts so they can thrive in their sport. You can find Betsy at https://www.betsymcnally.com You can join JH Consulting at www.jhicksconsulting.com and ...
Christie, our JH advisor is doing amazing things with students who want help as they formulate their college admissions essay. She is fun, creative and encouraging. Spend 3 sessions with her to be challenged and have confidence that your essay is going to stand out in the admissions process. Her experience with high school students brings out the best in them, developing their voice as they write this very important essay. With schools going test optional, I am hearing that the a powerful essay ...
I will be revealing some of the challenges in the recruiting process that no one talks about.
My JH advisors Luan Peszek, is my guest today and we discuss both Division 3 and Acrobatic & Tumbling options. Many recruits do not take a look at these opportunities that could be just the right fit. They have incredible academic scholarships and small class sizes. Making the line up and competing for a team is one of the best parts of being a student- athlete. You have worked hard for so many years in your sport, before you say "no" to college athletics, be sure to check out the advantages...
