Amy Bryant recently presented at the 2026 Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA) Annual Conference in Chicago, bringing her session, “Supporting LD/ND Student-Athletes Through the College Search Process,” to another national audience of educational...
Amy Bryant and the Student Athlete Advisors attended the HECA conference in San Antonio. The conference offered a strong slate of sessions that addressed timely topics in college advising and athletics. Equally important were the opportunities to connect with...
Amy Bryant, a trailblazer in Division III athletics, has been inducted into the inaugural full class of the Richard A. Rasmussen University Athletic Association (UAA) Hall of Fame. This first full class honors 36 individuals—student-athletes, coaches, and...
One of the most common questions high school student-athletes ask is: “When can college coaches start contacting me?” The answer depends on the governing body, division and the sport—but before we get into those specific dates (listed below), there are a few key...
My oldest son graduated from high school two weeks ago. I honestly didn’t expect to be overwhelmed by the moment, but when we were in the stands watching him cross the stage, I was tearing up along with many other parents. I felt a rush of pride, love and...
Today's Play on Picking Teams: A Playbook for Parents features Olympian and educator Steve Brown. He shares the incredible story of how sport shaped his identity—from a fearful 10-year-old in D.C. to representing Trinidad in the Olympic Games. Steve reflects on the...
Today's Play on Picking Teams: A Playbook for Parents features Kevin Ye, who discussed the importance of instilling life values like hard work and teamwork in young athletes. He emphasizes the need for perspective, noting that sports should be enjoyable and not...
Coach Amy Bryant, along with the rest of the Student Athlete Advisors, had the chance to present at the IECA Spring Convention in Detroit—twice! In “Recruiting 101,” they shared strategies for helping IECs support athletic students through the college recruiting and...
Dear Coach Bryant, My daughter is a junior in high school and just committed to play volleyball in college. We’re thrilled about this opportunity, but there’s a long time between now and when she enrolls. How can we help protect her commitment? I’ve heard unsettling...
Today's Play: Coach Karl Hedley emphasizes the importance of allowing players to face adversity and develop resilience. Hedley stresses the value of sports in teaching teamwork, respect, and leadership, and advises parents to support their children's growth by...
Amy Bryant, one of the most successful coaches in Emory University and collegiate tennis history, has been elected to the 2025 class of the Sessions Georgia Tennis Hall of Fame. The Georgia Tennis Foundation announced Bryant's selection alongside fellow inductee Jon...
Today's Play: Coach Keenan Hickton shares his journey from multi-sport athlete in Pittsburgh to Emory University standout, and eventually to coaching one of the top-ranked Division III golf teams in the country. Keenan talks about what he looks for in...
At a conference I attended last month, a colleague summed up his presentation by saying, “A coach’s goal is to win.” While some people nodded back at him, I immediately felt my body tense up. I wanted to counter back: “Is winning the ultimate goal, or is it much more...