Celebrating our 14th Year!

What else is going on? Well, we (A4A) continue to have great success with our athletes. We have commits to the likes of Virginia, Cal, UCSD, Cal Poly, Georgetown, Fordham and The University of Chicago to name a few. And our juniors collectively are being recruited by more than 50 different colleges and universities across the country.

Every month, we share tips and articles by either our Resource Partners or other A4A personnel. Just scroll down and take a look! The rest of our Resource Partners can be found on our website under the Partner's page at: www.advocates4athletes.com.

And our numbers just keep growing:

• Over 750 high school athletes have been or are under our guidance
• 20 different high school sports
• 4 Countries and 17 different states we have high school athletes as clients
• Over 400 different colleges and universities have or have had A4A athletes
• 98% success rate (based on what parents and athletes want, not what we want)
• 91% graduation rate from our athletes first choice college

You can also follow us at:

Twitter: @A4AConsulting

Facebook: @A4AConsulting

Instagram: A4A_Consulting

LinkedIn: Advocates for Athletes Inc.

All the Best,

Steve

Steve Britschgi

President

Advocates for Athletes, Inc.

Ph: 650-255-0766

steve@advocates4athletes.com

www.advocates4athletes.com 

Twitter: @A4AConsulting

From The Desk of: Spencer Britschgi,

Vice President, Advocates for Athletes

Working with high school student-athletes is not just a job for me; it has become a deep passion that originates from my own experiences. As a former collegiate athlete and someone who went through the recruiting process myself, I have a great understanding of what these kids are going through on a daily basis. And being able to give them tools I never had and seeing them use those tools to succeed in the classroom and in their sport, is something truly fulfilling. 

Every interaction, whether it is in our 1 on 1 meetings or attending their games, allows me to see each athlete's dedication, resilience and commitment to achieving their goal of playing at the next level. In addition, working with these student-athletes allows me to be a kid again right along with them and brings me right back to my playing days!

Ultimately, my passion lies in making a meaningful difference in the lives of young athletes, guiding them toward opportunities that will shape their futures and giving them the tools to reach their full potential and their dream of playing in college! Seeing the impact that our program can have on their lives drives me to continually be the advocate in their corner.

Spencer Britschgi

Vice President, Advocates for Athletes, Inc.

C: 650-218-6800

E: spencer@advocates4athletes.com

From the Desk of: Brooke Green,

Green College Consulting

As a college consultant, I often get asked what services I provide to my students and families.

While it’s true that a large portion of the work happens during the end of junior year into senior year, it is just as important to lay the foundation in the earlier years for a successful application season. This can include advising on course selection, colleges of interest, academic pursuits, and meaningful service work.

While I help seniors put their best foot forward on applications, by then it’s too late to course correct. Success in admissions comes from presenting a student’s interests and activities as part of a cohesive, evidence-backed story. To this end, I help freshmen and sophomores proactively plan so they can ultimately tell the story they want to the colleges.

Once junior year wraps up, it’s time to refine the college list and start the brainstorming process for college essays. Of course, there is the main one-page essay that goes to every school, but then there are also the school-specific supplemental essays. Some schools, like Stanford, have eight additional short answer essays in addition to the main college essay. Then there are the UC schools which have their own set of four short essays.

The application itself cannot be ignored. The Common Application asks for activities with explanations and an “Additional Information” section which can be helpful to explain anomalies.

The biggest takeaway from my initial meeting with families is that they are afraid that they have “missed” a piece of the admissions process. It is my goal to ensure that this fear is put to rest through monthly e-mail checklists, regular check-ins, and reminders for important dates and deadlines. This combined with a calm demeanor, positive outlook, and a sense of humor provides the ideal ingredients for a recipe for success.

Brooke Green

Green College Consulting

(415) 596-9885

info@greencollegeconsulting.com

www.greencollegeconsulting.com

NCAA News on the Transfer Portal

The NCAA’s Division I Executive Board officially ratified new transfer rules Monday, April 22nd, that will allow all undergraduate athletes to transfer schools and play immediately, regardless of how many times they've transferred schools in the past.

The guidelines will provide athletes who transferred during the 2023-24 academic year immediate eligibility as long as they are both academically eligible to

compete and meeting degree requirements at their new school. The new rules go into effect immediately and were approved by the Division I council last week.

The NCAA will no longer limit the amount of times that athletes can transfer schools. Previously, athletes were allowed to transfer one time and play immediately, but they had to sit out a full year if they transferred schools a second time without a waiver. The two transfer windows are still in place with the new ruling, and players can’t transfer schools in the middle of the year and play for their new school in the same season.

From The Desk of: Judy Gledsal,

Westface College Planning

It’s April! This spring, the college decision timeline is very different due to the many FAFSA delays. High school seniors will likely start receiving their financial aid offers mid-April. As a result, the Department of Education is encouraging colleges and universities to extend their admission deadlines to allow more time for reviewing offers. 

Once seniors start receiving their financial aid offers they can begin making the important decisions about which school they’d like to attend. A big piece of the college decision making process is reviewing and comparing financial aid offers to find a college that is a good financial fit.

Have you wondered if your teen’s college major choice matters in admissions? Lisa Marker-Robbins’ Flourish Coaching team works with college bound students to guide them in career, major and college choices. Flourish Coaching’s research into the admissions policies of the 50 state public flagship universities has unveiled critical insights into the college admissions process, which we’ve shared in our blog this month. 

The college admissions and funding journey is a team effort, and both Westface College Planning and Flourish Coaching are here to guide you every step of the way. Embarking on this journey together, we’re committed to helping your family navigate the college planning process with clarity, strategy, and optimism. Let’s ensure your teen finds the perfect college match and is ready for a flourishing future. If you and your college-bound student are ready to start planning towards your college financial match, schedule a complimentary consultation with us today!

Judy Gledsal, Client Service Manager

Westface College Planning & Westface Financial

720 SE 160th Ave. Ste 103 #512, Vancouver, WA 98684

WA: 360-818-7726 CA: 650-587-1517 Fax: 360-356-7574

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