
College Recruiting with Jill Hicks
byJill Hicks
Sports
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.
Episodes(40 episodes)
Get to know our advisor Rebecca!
Rebecca shares her experience as a past club and college gymnast. She has also coached club gymnastics and is certified as a judge. Her experience with Acrobatics and Tumbling is also a huge benefit to JH Consulting. If you want to become a JH Girl go to www.jhicksconsulting.com click on Get Started drop down and fill out the forms page. An advisor will give you a call to discuss our plans.
Published: Mar 10, 2026Duration: 31m 11s
Conversations with Andi; Iowa State, Imposter Syndrome and Top Trends in Recruiting Now
Andi has been with JH Consulting for almost six years. She has a wealth of knowledge having been a Level 10 gymnast, College Student Athlete and worked in administration. Become a JH Girl todaywww.jhicksconsulting.com
Published: Feb 19, 2026Duration: 37m 13s
What Families Need to Know About Academics & Admissions (with Christie)
Christie loves working with athletes of all sports. She is personable and knowledgable when it comes to what classes you should take in high school to be sure you are eligible as a potential recruit. Admissions and Essay writing is her strength too. www.jhicksconsulting.com
Published: Feb 13, 2026Duration: 42m 22s
Conversations with my advisors at JH Consulting /First up is Luan
Luan shares what it was like raising two daughters who went on to do college gymnastics and one became an Olympian. We also talk about athletic scholarships and some true recruiting stories.
Published: Feb 6, 2026Duration: 32m 3s
Dream Team or Right Team
Most athletes and parents are focused on the dream team in the recruiting process. Its often so fun to consider a team that you have always had your heart set on. Jill shares today some of the issues or changes that have occured due to the 20 roster sizes that you may have never considered. Ultimately we want the right fit and want your gymnast to adjust to college well so she has a great experience.
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 24m 39s
How important is consistency to the college coach?
As you know it is 6 up 5 count in NCAA gymnastics meets. The college coach needs to find recruits that can do their routines over and over again in practice and under pressure consistently. How do we get more consistent? Jill shares tips on how you can get 1% better on this very topic. www.jhicksconsulting.com
Published: Jan 21, 2026Duration: 21m 38s
The Problems We Prevent in the College Recruiting Process
Jill shares the three top problems she sees that parents, athletes and club coaches may not be aware of in the recruiting process. When designing our sessions with clients, we aim to prevent these issues to give the gymnasts more opportunites to be recruited. Missed recruiting windowsAttending the wrong college campsPoor or confusing communication www.jhicksconsulting.com
Published: Jan 15, 2026Duration: 16m 44s
When Top Recruits Don't Make The Line Up
Jill shares how several Freshman in college who were some of the top recruits are not making the line up on any events. How does this happen and how can your daughter avoid this? Get an expert advisor today! www.jhicksconsulting.comClick on Get Started Fill out the forms page
Published: Jan 8, 2026Duration: 22m 19s
Recruiting is hard, we must keep it fun!
If you feel like your recruiting journey has been tough, you are not alone. I feel like the bulk of my clients would say they started out really up and positive but it did not last long. It can be stressful and almost overwhelming. This podcast will be encouraging to know you can do it and not to give upRemember we are still offering JH50 for a few more days. If you would like to purchase a 1 hour session for $50, you can click on the link below. <...
Published: Dec 21, 2025Duration: 18m 10s
Recruiting is hard, we must keep it fun!
It has been a rough few weeks for me. I can so relate to this podcast topic. I hope you enjoy! Don't forget only a few more days of our special JH$50 https://jhicksconsulting.com/jh50specialHave a wonderful holiday and happy New Year!
Published: Dec 20, 2025Duration: 4m 57s
Do most gymnasts have to figure out how to compete with confidence by themselves? Also, get ready for JH$50
How is your gymnasts preparing to compete with confidence? We need to make this a priority, who is helping them? It is really something to consider. Also, JH$50 starts on Monday Dec 15th. This is a great opportunity to meet with one of our advisors for 1 hour. You can be any level, age or sport. You do have to be a client who has never met with one of our advisors. We look forward to meeting you and your parents. Or the parents can meet with the advisor by themselves. Bring your college recruiting...
Published: Dec 12, 2025Duration: 17m 13s
Help! I don't want to mess up my daughter's recruiting
Every parent wants to be an asset in their athletes recruiting process. Jill shares some of the statement's she hears from parents when they call and inquire about our services. Our goal is to take the pressure off of the parent and athlete. If you have interest in hiring an advisor for your athlete, you have come to the right place. In November we had over 60 athletes sign to college teams. Let us provide the tools and a path to your athletes success in the college recruiting process.Go...
Published: Dec 4, 2025Duration: 26m 3s
2028-2029 Its go time for recruiting
Jill shares an overview of the recruiting process and what 2028 and 2029 can expect now that they are in high school . We have a special starting the first week of December you wont want to miss. However, if you would like to learn more about JH Consulting go to www.jhicksconsulting.com click on Get Started and fill out the forms page.
Published: Nov 22, 2025Duration: 18m 38s
Lauren Supnet's journey to Stanford's gymnastics team
Lauren's family immigrated to the United States from the Philippines. Her grandfather's dream was for his daughters and grand children to someday attend one of our strong academic colleges. This story is very touching and I can't say enough great things about how hard Lauren worked throughout the recruiting process. If you have the desire to attend Stanford, you won't want to miss this story.If you need a personal experienced advisor, contact us at www.jhicksconsulting.com . We like to start with our gymnasts by Level 9 or 9th grade.
Published: Nov 13, 2025Duration: 48m 17s
JJ's recruiting journey to University of Arizona gymnastics team
Today we have a delightful guest and her mom to share with us their recruiting journey. I have been advising JJ for a year and a 1/2. She has worked very hard to get to this point. Lots of ups and downs for sure. Be sure to listen to the end as JJ has some really good words of wisdon for all of you going through the recruiting process but especially if you are a 2026 still hoping to find your college gymnastics team.
Published: Nov 4, 2025Duration: 24m 39s
When college coaches go quiet
You have been emailing and even a few phone calls with a college coach then all of a sudden nothing. You don't know if they have moved on or they just got busy. What should you do? In this episode Jill gives encouragement to the athlete who is confused and needs some practical tips on what is acceptable in this situation. www.jhicksconsulting.com
Published: Oct 11, 2025Duration: 8m 33s
NLI is gone, now its the Athletic Grant in Aid
The basic information you need to know if you are signing in November. Due to the lawsuit this part of recruiting has a new name and some new features. www.jhicksconsulting.com Become a JH Girl today go to the website link and click on Get Started. An advisor will give you a callWe also do club presentations Academic advising Essay writing for college Conditioning advising
Published: Oct 4, 2025Duration: 19m 16s
Don't Give Up!
I hope you find this podcast encouraging. I feel like there are lots of recruits that are struggling to stay positive. You can do it! www.jhicksconsulting.com We are in your corner, Jill
Published: Sep 20, 2025Duration: 11m 58s
Admissions and your college essay with our amazing specialist Christie
This is a great conversation with our admission and essay advisor Christie. She is creative, kind and passionate about helping high school students write the best essay possible and give tips on admissions into colleges.
Published: Sep 4, 2025Duration: 36m 20s
From Gymnast to Team Manager at UCLA
Rachel and her father share her gymnastics journey. She was a Level 10 for 5 years but injuries did not allow her to pursue becoming a college gymnasts. The story does not end there. Rachel is now heading to her dream school, UCLA! This is a very special girl who I know will be such an encouragement and strength to the team.
Published: Aug 28, 2025Duration: 47m 22s