College Recruiting with Jill Hicks

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 i...

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 thing...

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 ad...

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 get...

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 mindse...

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,...

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...

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 e...

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 an...

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 t...

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, co...

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 ende...

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 f...

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 ca...

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 vo...

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 work...

Can you answer yes to the 10 questions in this episode?  I am going to challenge you to consider how you are approaching the recruiting process as I believe it will build your confidence as a recruit.  There is nothing more powerful to a college coach than confidence.  It is that important factor a college coach is looking for when they make a final decision.   If you want help...

Gabby Spencer, dreamed of becoming an artistic gymnast in college.  She finished 5th on floor at JO Nationals, but struggled through injuries and still received a walk-on offer to Southern Utah.  Another injury had her coming home after her Freshman year for surgery.  Not wanting to give up and a phone call from an A&T coach turned her in a new direction.  She always saw A&...

Are you prepared for your college visits? This episode will touch on what to wear, questions to ask, topics to avoid and much more.

Rebecca Walsh, the mom of three JH Girls shares their college recruiting journey.  Liz, is at MSU not doing college gymnastics.  Abbey competes for Brown and Tara is a Sophomore on Auburn's team. The wisdom and insight from her perspective is sure to be encouraging.  She share her daughters academic direction, the differences between a large and small school experience and how they...

Most athletes say they want to be on a Division 1 team, but is that the best fit for you both academically and athletically?  I will be discussing 4 things you can do to evaluate what will be best for you when looking at college teams.