College Recruiting with Jill Hicks

You have worked hard and achieved your dream of an athletic scholarship.  Celebrate and be proud but don't stop working hard.  In this podcast Jill shares the 5 reasons a head coach may change their mind about you.  It does not happen that often, but don't let that keep you from being aware of some of the pitfalls. If you need advice or help in your college recruiting journey we are...

As an athlete you are constantly trying to make adjustments, add upgrades and do better at each meet.  Combined with that athletic mentality you must also embrace where you are at today so that you can enjoy your journey and experience a sense of calm.  Enjoy this podcast both parent and athlete.  I hope it helps you have a great meet if you are competing this weekend.  You are...

Jill breaks down the differences between these camp options: Showcase Combine College Campus Camps Fall Clinics  Email me at jill@jhicksconsulting.com to receive your COLLEGE CAMP CHECKLIST  We designed this PDF to give you 7 items to be considering as you pick a camp  Become a JH Girl today  www.jhicksconsulting.com click on Get Started  Fill out the Forms page  We h...

Social media and especially Instagram is a very usable platform for recruiting, but you do have other options.  Take a listen as Jill shares other ideas that you can consider if your family is not comfortable with Instagram.   Become a JH Girl today  www.jhicksconsulting.com  Click on Get Started  Fill out the forms page  Or join Recruiting 101 my brand new membership...

Jill shares 13 items you may not be aware of that can enhance your recruiting when doing your routines.  College gymnastics is all about being clean.  College coaches are looking for recruits who have these 13 items accomplished in their routines, but not all gymnasts are aware or told to work on these kinds of things.  Pick a few this week as you clean up your routines and see how...

Jill has had the honor of coaching  NCAA National Champions in the past.  What are the 7 habits of these athletes?  How were they similar?  What were their struggles and challenges?  Be inspired to consider some of these traits and add them to your goals.   Become a JH Girl today by starting with one of our personal advisors.  www.jhicksconsulting.com  Click...

College summer camps are now out and ready for registration.  How do you know which ones are right for your athletic level and academic desires?  Today we break down how to evaluate your situation to get you to the Showcase or College Campus that will most benefit you this summer.  They fill up fast so be ready to move on this.  Know you purpose, your athletic level and the opt...

Jill's content will now be found all in one place.  This podcast explains every detail of "Recruiting 101"  why I created this membership and what you will receive.  You can also click on the link below to join at anytime.  Feb 6th is our first zoom session so don't miss out.    https://jhicksconsulting.com/recruiting-101-membership The membership site will open later...

How to make meets your friend!  Meets should be education.  This is how you learn and grow and become a confident competitor.   Remember: JH $50 is available until Dec 31, 2022 We are also launching a brand new website with a membership site.  You won't want to miss this.  

JH Mom, Jeanine Ruffing share her daughter's college recruiting journey to Maryland . Gianna was not a Level 10 until 10th grade and then had several untimely injuries.  If this is your experience, you are not alone and this podcast will be very encouraging.   

The PURPOSE of your videos Have a PLAN when you video The POWER of great videos This podcast is both for the parent and the athlete.  Whether you have a recruiting website, use youtube or Instagram, you need to know what videos you should be loading, how often and what will make you stand out.  Also, be sure to check out my shop page at www.jhicksconsulting.com for my Recruiting Guide Books.   If...

Tips for parents and teens: 1.  Know and regulate your emotions and expectations 2.  Be curious not judgemental 3.  Don't lecture instead listen 4.  Swap the position- ask your teen for advice and help 5.  Remember a lot of communication is non verbal with teens

JH Mom, Kathy White shares her daughters college recruiting journey.  The challenges were great and Megan never gave up.  Her offer came her senior to to Temple University.  Megan was a DP National Qualifier Level 10, but her only offers were to D3 schools.  Join us as Kathy shares what it was like helping her daughter and how we worked together to get her to her dream school a...

 Today, Jill sat next to 3 high school girls at a coffee shop and overheard their conversation.  It may or may not surprise you the topics they shared with each other.  How does this have anything to do with college sports and recruiting?  Take a listen!  I know I am inspired and encouraged.  www.jhicksconsulting.com  Click on Get Started Fill out the Forms page&...

1.  Do gymnastics or your sport for yourself  2.  Set goals  3.  Start with research, education and not sending emails to the college coaches  When you love the sport the college coach will feel this energy from you and it will impact your recruiting.  It is time to change the narrative in your head.  When you are young you can flip, jump and fly without the...

Signing the NLI is one of the most exciting times in the athletes career.  Today we discuss the details and information you need to know.  The great news is we celebrate all athletes whether you are a walk on or scholarship athlete.  Enjoy this week as many of you will be celebrating either at your school or at your gymnastics clubs.  Get out those balloons with school colors a...

Jill covers the items that are important to research, evaluate and do before you say yes to a college coach 

Posting videos on Instagram for college recruiting is a must, but so many gymnast struggle with this.  Stress and anxiety over posting on Instagram is a real thing for teenagers.  Jill shares ways you as the parent can approach this topic with your gymnast as well as a new way of looking at posting and its purpose.   Become a JH Girl today Go to www.jhicksconsulting.com  Click...

Congrats to all of you who have verbally committed to a college team either for a scholarship or walk on position.  Now the last phase of recruiting really begins.  Jill shares with you 4 important items to consider focusing on as you stay in a tight connection with your future college coach.   For those of you waiting to get that verbal offer- stay strong!  You can do it. &nbs...

Christie and Jill discuss the challenges of the college visit when, alcohol, drugs, vaping are offered to the recruit.  How do you handle these common situations and what will be your plan? How do college coaches deal with these issues before the trip, during and after?  Will it help you when making your final decision?   www.jhicksconsulting.com  Shop page for our guide b...

How do you know if the college team you are choosing is best for you?  What areas should you be to evaluating?  Jill is going to also be sharing how to know if the head coach is a strong leader and why this is so important.   Did you know we have a shop page at www.jhicksconsulting.com ? If you need a leotard for the Fall College Clinics or maybe just for fun or for the holidays, go...

Today we discuss the 2 major mistakes I see made in the recruiting process and tips on what the college coaches want to see on Instagram the most important place to show the coaches what you can do and who you are.   JH Girls- It is very normal to send out emails and go to college summer camps, but we want you to make the very most of both these situations.  We also want your Instagram t...

Recruiting can seem so confusing and it is especially easy to compare yourself to others and wonder why you are not getting an offer.  There are actually so many variables and reasons a college coach may choose one recruit over another.  My hope is this podcast will encourage you to stay focused on what you do well and not look around at others.  You are unique and special and I bel...

Vicki our advisor from Canada and past college coach in the USA, shares how to get recruited the USA colleges.  When should you start? What you should be doing right now and what meets you should be considering to attend with your club.   Become a JH Girl www.jhicksconsulting.com  Purchase our Guide Books on the shop page and purchase a JH Leotard from Salute Leos!  

Luan and I discuss each year of graduation and what you should be doing to gain traction with the college coaches.  Also, we open up the topic of depression and injuries.  What does depression look like and how to deal with this as an athlete going through an injury.   Become a JH Girl today www.jhicksconsulting.com  and head to the website to our  Shop Page Check out my t...