The Power of Persistence : Tara's Journey Through Change

The Power of Persistence : Tara's Journey Through Change

From College Recruiting with Jill Hicks by Jill Hicks

June 5, 2026 · 34 min

About this episode

Tara shares her journey through college changes and the power of persistence.

I first started meeting with Tara when she was in 8th grade, and from day one she has been the epitome of perseverance. No matter the obstacles, setbacks, or changes along the way, she never gave up on her dreams. In this episode, Tara shares her unique college journey and reflects on the unexpected twists that led her from one university to another. Looking back, she now believes every change happened for a reason and ultimately brought her exactly where she was meant to be. We discuss what it was like at each university, the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned, and how those experiences helped shape her into the person she is today. Her story is a powerful reminder that the recruiting journey—and life itself—doesn't always follow a straight path. Now, Tara is preparing for her next adventure: law school. I have no doubt she will continue to do incredible things and make an impact wherever life takes her. This episode is for every athlete and parent who needs a reminder that persistence, resilience, and trusting the process can lead to opportunities beyond what you ever imagined. If you need a personal touch to your recruiting process contact us today…

People in this episode

Host: Jill Hicks

Guest: Tara

Topics covered

  • persistence
  • college journey
  • resilience
  • athlete experiences
  • law school preparation

Keywords

  • college recruiting
  • perseverance
  • athlete
  • law school
  • challenges
  • life lessons

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Organizations: jhicksconsulting.com

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