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Hi! I am Jill Hicks, and I am passionate about helping parents and athletes through the college recruiting process. Understanding the NCAA, knowing when to start and how to market yourself to college coaches are all topics we will explore. You will no longer feel overwhelmed as the parent and I will build confidence in your athlete to have a smoother journey to the right college team. I am grateful to have been a scholarship athlete and 20 year college coach as it has prepared me to help YOU! Lets ignite your recruiting process.
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Recruiting is stressful. There are so many unknowns. So how do you know if a college coach is serious? What are the indicators. Join Jill as she shares eight items to watch for that often show the college coach is seriously recruiting you. www.jhicksconsulting.com We have short and long term plans. We work with male and female athletes. Also, we have an advisor in the area of aquatics, essay writing and A&T. If your athlete needs a push in conditioning to have a better season, Mike is your guy. Contact us today if you want to get started.
JH Consulting wishes you a very Happy New Year! 2025 is here and we are so excited for each of you to start your season. Jill also shares how she is getting through a major surgery and how it relates to each of you. Gratitude, staying positive and leaning on the life skills you learn being an athlete is incredible. Yes, recruiting and injuries are challenging but you are strong and able to push through the ups and downs that may come your way. Today is the last day of JH$50 so be sure to register if you are new to JH Consulting and would like a 1 hour session with our expert advisors for $50. Link to register is below. You can be from any sport and any age. https://jhicksconsulting.com/jh50special
This topic can be very challenging and different for each person. It is important to decide which level is going to be best in regards to your confidence. How does this decision impact recruiting? What are the pros and cons when making this decision. Also, if you would like to take part in our holiday special JH$50 please click on the link below. https://jhicksconsulting.com/jh50special
I would say 90% of the time our clients cast a wider net at some point in the recruiting process. It should not be something that is frowned upon or negative. It is common and normal. Jill shares some tips on knowing when it is time to possibly make a change and open up to more options. Sometimes it might surprise you, how great the new options could be. Don't miss out on our Holiday Special JH$50. Only once a year we offer a full our session for $50. The only requirement is that you are new to JH Consulting. Watch for details on Dec 16th. Limited space. www.jhicksconsulting.com
Meet Dr. Elly Hart

Meet Dr. Elly Hart

2024-12-0425:21

Dr Hart has done so much for the sport of gymnastics. She is treats gymnasts from all over the country. Her personal touch having been a gymnast in club and college spurred her on to to helping gymnasts heal and recover from injuries. Dr. Hart also started a non profit and information is below. Fun news....keep your eyes open for her on tv this summer on Ninja Warrior. Gymnastics Medicine Sports Medicine Clinic:  Boston Children's Hospital: The Micheli Center (9 Hope Ave. Waltham, MA) Please call: 781-216-3726 to schedule your appointment If this is an EMERGENCY please go to your local Emergency Department  Sign up for our FREE Grand rounds lectures:  https://gymnasticsmedicine.org/events/  Check out our website: GymnasticsMedicine.org  The Nonprofit Gymnastics Medicine: Education and Research 
Many families are not yet in the college athletic recruiting process. You might have a 2027 -2028 gymnast or even younger. College recruiting is ahead of you. I can tell you it does come quickly. Today I share some basic tips so that you know what is ahead. If you have a Level 7 or 8 gymnast and you would like more information you can purchase our plan called "Bright Futures". https://jhicksconsulting.com/bright-futures If your gymnast is older but not yet receiving responses or going on visits, its OK! This topic will also have encouragement and tips for you. You can also purchase a short or long term plan and receive information to help guide your athlete when things do start to happen. www.jhicksconsulting.com and click on Get Started Happy Recruiting- Jill
Today Jill shares what college coaches are saying about their recruiting class of 2026 . She also gives encouragement to the recruit on how to mentally prepare for your season if you have not verbally committed to a college team You can receive a personal advisor at JH Consulting www.jhicksconsulting.com click on Get Started and fill out the forms page.
Today Jill shares what is happening with recruiting and 2025's. If you are feeling frustrated by coaches going quiet, hang in there things will change. What should you be doing and what can JH Consulting do for you? Contact us today www.jhicksconsulting.com
Posting videos is crucial on the college recruiting process. Many gymnast struggle with this very important part of the recruiting process because they do not feel their videos are good enough. Being a perfectionist holds the gymnast back and comparing themselves to other videos they see on social media. Jill shares some tips to consider to make this part of recruiting smoother. Join the JH team www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Drop down to gymnastics and fill out the forms page We look forward to helping you and your athlete through the college recruiting process. We do everything from start to finish.
Ella Kate had an incredible college recruiting journey to University of Alabama's gymnastics team. She and her mom share the highs and lows of going through the recruiting process. www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Stared Scoll down to Gymnastics Fill out the forms page An advisor will contact you
Part 1 Ella Kate and her mom Cynthia share her incredible journey to committing to University of Alabama on a full athletic Scholarship. Ella Kate has lived away from home with her mom for many years as she pursued being an Elite gymnast. Ella Kate's family have never looked back and feel everything in Ella Kate's gymnastics path has been worth it. Ella Kate knew Alabama was the right fit when she stepped on campus. Enjoy both Part 1 and Part 2 of her story. www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Fill out the forms page for gymnastics An advisor will contact you
The Snyder's share their journey from start to finish with two 2026 graduates at the same time. Join JH Consulting today www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on Get Started Fill out the forms page
After 60 years the NCAA just announce the NLI will no longer exist. How will this impact your athlete? Join our team for a smoother recruiting path to your dream school www.jhicksconsulting.com
Today Jill shares what it often takes for a gymnast to have a shot at a top ranked college gymnastics team. www.jhicksconsulting.com Click on get started Fill out the forms page An advisor will call you
Marketing yourself is a whole new thing for gymnast. It can sometimes feel awkward and like you are bragging. Check out this podcast for practical tips on how you can look at this a little bit differently which in turn might make promoting yourself in the recruiting processa bit smoother. www.jhicksconsulting.com Fill out our contact form and receive a call from one of our expert advisors
This podcast is all about not worrying if you have no official or unofficial visits yet. Be encouraged recruiting looks different for everyone. Jill shares the different paths your recruiting might look like as you head into putting your routines together to compete in 2025. If you need advice on the college recruiting process, contact us at www.jhicksconsulting.com click on Get Started and fill out the forms page. An advisor will give you a call.
Emailing college coaches sounds easy, but it can be one of the most challenging parts of recruiting. Timing is crucial, but deciding on the right level of schools first is the key. Then being patient and not just sending because you are a Level 10 is very hard. No one wants to be left out, so many recruits email way to early and do not realize their information may be deleted. Jill shares the importance of when to email and the content that catches the college coaches attention.
2025's Be encouraged

2025's Be encouraged

2024-08-2312:20

Today I share why some 2025's might feel like college coaches are pausing on recruiting and not responding. Also, there are things that you can still be doing. Don't give up, keep working hard and be ready to shine in January. This is powerful and when doors do open up, you will be ready. www.jhicksconsulting.com click on get started an advisor will give you a call
Enjoy these three topics! Summer is almost finished and it is time to evaluate and look forward to the fall. www.jhicksconsulting.com we are here for you and your athlete to make the recruiting process smoother
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