I first started meeting with Tara when she was in 8th grade, and from day one she has been the epitome of perseverance. No matter the obstacles, setbacks, or changes along the way, she never gave up on her dreams.

In this episode, Tara shares her unique college journey and reflects on the unexpected twists that led her from one university to another. Looking back, she now believes every change happened for a reason and ultimately brought her exactly where she was meant to be.

We discuss what it was like at each university, the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned, and how those experiences helped shape her into the person she is today. Her story is a powerful reminder that the recruiting journey—and life itself—doesn't always follow a straight path.

Now, Tara is preparing for her next adventure: law school. I have no doubt she will continue to do incredible things and make an impact wherever life takes her.

This episode is for every athlete and parent who needs a reminder that persistence, resilience, and trusting the process can lead to opportunities beyond what you ever imagined.

If you need a personal touch to your recruiting process contact us today www.jhicksconsulting.com/contact

This is an odd period of time in recruiting. DP Nationals is over, the dead period is coming up and June 15th is around the corner. Jill shares in detail what the college coaches are doing and how you can stay in the recruiting game.

Remember JH$50 is available only one more day. It ends on May 31. This is a 1 hour session for $50. You just have to be a first time client to JH Consulting.

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A little different angle to recruiting is helping the athlete and parent understand it from the college coaches perspective. This topic will be clarity to recruits in regards to the mind of the college coach when picking recruits

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No matter how DP Nationals went, I want you to see it as education. Be encouraged if you can see where you did well and where you can learn from the situation. Everything helps you move forward in recruiting, its all about perspective.

If you struggled this year, you are not alone. Many recruits had injuries and set backs. The beauty of Instagram and emails allows you to get right back in the game.

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DP Nationals : Stop by our table

June 15th is 5 weeks away, are you prepared ?

Do gymnasts need to be in a database to be found?

JH Special is happening May 15th Friday

What if you have no scores and have been injured this season

Today I do a deep dive into why you may be feeling like recruiting is a bit of shifting sand. Lets break it down and give you some understanding and hope.

Remember Luan and Vicki are at Level 9 Westerns and Easterns. We will also be at DP Nationals in Oklahoma. Come by and say hello!

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1. The Portal

2. Team Culture

3. Leadership

4. Parenting

Join Jill and Miss Val on a fun conversation about this important topics for the athlete, parent and coach.

1. Staying calm remove the emotions

2. Understand the NCAA rules

3. Decide what is most important to you

4. Listen to the athlete

If you need advising to help with this big decision contact us today at www.jhicksconsulting.com

Topics on todays JH podcast:

1. Canadians and best time to start the recruiting process and the typical challenges you may encounter

2. How to find out if your routines are "Up to the level " for college teams

3. What should 2028 recruits be doing right now

4. How best to communicate the quality of leadership

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Today is my conversation with our consultant Mike Linn. His background of 25 years with UCLA gymnasts as the Athletic Performance training coach and current work with club gymnastics teams is very insightful. He prepares athletes to be fit and strong which impacts their results each season. I also recommend hiring Mike to give the athlete a step up day one when they report to their college teams