Jen Henson ( a.k.a “The GOAL DIGGER”) is a nationally sought after test prep expert specializing in the ACT test.  During our chat, Jen explains why she encourages student-athletes to take the ACT instead of the SAT and provides five hacks for increasing your test score.  

Jen is a nationally sought after test prep expert specializing in the ACT test. For more than 2 decades, she has been a decorated teacher and ACT prep coach. Today, she speaks to educators, parents, and students and has an army of teachers trained to assist her requests for tutorials.

Her former ACT students now attend notable higher learning institutions, including Notre Dame, The Ohio State University, Texas A&M, The Naval Academy, Dartmouth, Columbia, Miami University, and the University of Kentucky — among others.

In this episode, we talk about...

1.  How Jen became an ACT prep test coach and expert.

2.  Why Jen stopped playing division 1 tennis to focus on her academics.

3.  Advise for student-athletes entering their freshman year of high school.

4.  The importance of having an open mind throughout the college recruiting process.

5.  The biggest differences between the ACT and the SAT, and why Jen thinks the ACT is the more "conquerable" test. 

6.  Why student-athletes should "test early and test often."

7.  5 hacks for boosting your ACT test score.

8.  Why parents should spend an extra $20 when registering the ACT test

9.  How to turn a bad test score into a positive when talking with a college coach

Connect with Jen 

Website: Jenhensonactprep.com Twitter: @JenniferHenso17 Facebook: JenHensonACTTestPrep

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As summer comes to a close and student-athletes return to school, it’s important for them to refocus their attention to academics and their high school team.   During this week’s episode of Full Ride, the college recruiting podcast, coach Kito breaks down four things recruits should do to ensure the upcoming fall sports season is a success.

Key takeaways 

1.  Message for high school seniors - have fun and empty the tank
2. Put the team first and don't worry about status or personal stats.
3.  Be a team leader your coach depend on
4. Avoid digging yourself a hole academically. Get off to a fast start in the classroom.   
5.  Spend at least one hour per week studying for the SAT or ACT exam.

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Attention High School basketball players

Register for the Northeast Prep School Showcase September 22nd

Legedu Naanee aka "Coach LA," is a former member of the 2006-2007  undefeated Boise State football team that upset the Oklahoma Sooners in an epic Fiesta Bowl overtime thriller.  After his senior season, Legedu was drafted in the 5th round by the San Diego chargers and enjoyed an NFL career that spanned 6 years and included stints with the Miami Dolphins and Carolina Panthers. As a peak performance coach,  Legedu is on a mission to help student-athletes reach their peak performance on and off the field.

Listen and discover:

1.  The benefits of playing multiple sports as a young athlete.
2.  Why Legedu chose Boise State despite having multiple offers from more well-known programs.
3.  Why you shouldn't let others influence your college choice.
4.  How to determine when you're being recruited by college coaches.
5. What separates the pros from the joes.
6. Your mindset is how you respond to everything you experience.
7.  Why student-athletes should develop an "and then some" mindset and how to apply it to the college recruiting process
8.  How to sperate yourself from other recruits when emailing college coaches.
9. The difference between working out and training.
10. Coach LA shares a winning play to help recruits take control of their college recruiting journey.

Want to connect with Legedu?

Visit game-elevated.com

Follow on Instagram: @gameelevated

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Managing the college recruiting process can be a time-consuming endeavor.  This week,  coach Kito shares four time management tips that will help busy recruits tackle recruitment in a systematic manner.

1.  Schedule blocks of time to complete recruiting tasks.
2.  Batching prevents recruiting overwhelm and helps student-athletes get more done in a short period of time.
3.  Try to assign one room in your home to contact coaches, research colleges, and reply emails.
4. Eliminate distractions that get in the way of you completing the task at hand.

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During episode 19 of Full Ride, coach Kito Delgado shares why high school student-athletes need to treat themselves like a brand and proactively market themselves to college coaches. 

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College recruiting and athletic scholarship coach, Kito Delgado is joined by former division one student-athlete, Daymond Patterson II. Daymond played for three different coaches as a member of the Kansas Jayhawks football team and shares why parents shouldn't compare their student-athletes to other recruits. Stay to the very end for Daymond's "winning play."

Daymond and coach Kito discuss:

• Why parents shouldn't compare their student-athlete to other recruits
• What factors to consider when evaluating a college program
• How to choose which college camps to attend
• Characteristics elite athletes possess

Want to connect with Daymond?

Visit TheRawPowerTeam.com

Follow on Instagram: @dp2nice

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This week, coach Kito is joined by former division 1 track and field student-athlete, Deshaya Williams.  The former NCAA champion shares steps recruits should take to ensure a college is a good fit for them.

 During this episode Deshaya and coach Kito discuss:

• Mistakes to avoid making when selecting which colleges to visit
• Questions to ask during an official visit
• What a "redshirt year" is and how student-athletes can leverage them
• The biggest difference between high school and college athletics
• and so much more

Want to connect with Deshaya?

Visit Renewed Youth NY

Follow on Instagram: @inhisarms21

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This week, coach Kito is joined by former college basketball player and coach,  Joi Walker. As the founder of Sets For Life, Joi is on mission is to provide athletes with the tools they need to successfully transition into life after sports.

During our chat, Joi shares:

• Her college recruiting journey that took her from JUCO to D1
• Mistakes to avoid making when selecting a college
• How to make the most out of your experience as a college student-athlete
• How to sell yourself to employers during the interview process.

Want to connect with Joi?

Visit  www.joiwalker.com 

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Athletic scholarship coach, Kito Delgado shares 5 things recruits can do in order to build momentum this summer.

1.  Work on your game/honor your craft

2.  Attend workouts/meetings with your teammates

3.  Practice the SAT

4.  Research college teams

5.  Connect with college coaches

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College recruitment and athletic scholarship coach, Kito Delgado chats with current college student-athlete Aubrey Conti.  Aubrey is a senior at Quinnipiac University and is a proud member of the women's lacrosse team. During this episode,  Aubrey shares her college recruitment journey, and breaks down the day in the life of a Division 1 lacrosse player.

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