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 came up with a whole new plan.  I recommended that Lilly go to Washington's fall clinic and the rest is history.  

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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 can be the item that gets you in the door.    

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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 at Division 3 and Acrobatics and Tumbling.  If you want more information or need an advisor to help you understand the college recruiting process, contact us at www.jhicksconsulting.com - click on the Get Started button and fill out the forms page.   

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.  

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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&T as a step down, but she is here today to share that she was wrong.  Her mom talked her into taking a trip to Azusa Pacific University and the rest is history.  I know you are going to be encouraged by Gabby's story.