Student-Athlete Success
Competing in college sports offers student-athletes a wide range of benefits that extend beyond the playing field. They gain access to educational opportunities such as scholarships, academic support, and structured time management, while also developing valuable life skills like discipline, resilience, leadership, and teamwork. Athletes maintain strong physical fitness and often have access to mental health resources, all while building confidence through competition. Participation also opens doors to career opportunities, networking, and lifelong connections with teammates, coaches, and alumni. Beyond personal growth, student-athletes enjoy a sense of community, school pride, and unique experiences that help shape both their college journey and their future success.
If a child earns a full athletic scholarship at a Division I program, parents may save $200K+ over four years at private universities and $80K–$140K at public universities. It can save you $$!
Follow a Proven Strategy
Our sessions are designed to give you a clear roadmap of the recruiting process and answer the questions most parents face: Where do we start? What do coaches look for? How do scholarships work? What is my role, and what should be left to my child? By understanding the key steps and timelines, you’ll be better equipped to guide your student-athlete, reduce stress, and keep the process focused on finding the right academic and athletic fit.
$416,000
4 year full athletic scholarship to Air Force Academy
$376,568
4 year full athletic scholarship to Vanderbilt University
$762,568
SAVINGS!!
The Journey to Athlete Advantage Parent Consulting
How we became the premier advising service for parents with student-athletes aspiring to reach playing at the next level.
As the parents of two Division I NCAA athletes, we have experienced all the phases you will encounter by successfully navigating the multi-faceted recruiting journey. And, what makes our organization special and different from others out there is that we are not looking to automate your path. You will be able to talk to real people, real parents who lived it and who are familiar with what parents and student-athletes will face. You will be able to receive premier personalized and customized consulting based on your family's situation as well as your athlete's strengths, needs, and dreams. We will get to know your family and your athlete, and we will walk this path alongside you.
Strategy Development
Our vision for Athlete Advantage Parent Consulting started after struggling through the recruitment journey for our son, Lucas. At that time, it consisted of highlight video from game tape mixed over music and uploaded to social media accounts such as Instagram and X. Although that looked good and Lucas got notoriety from local scouts, parents, and friends, the opinions that mattered most were from coaching staffs at the college level, who he had minimal exposure to at the time. Adjusting the recruitment plan to a strategic effort improved his exposure and resulted in recruiting interest from multiple mid-high major Division I schools. Ultimately, Lucas received five NCAA Division I offers to play basketball. Based on what we learned, we initiated a strategic plan that we used for our daughter Gracie.
Real-Time Action Planning Result
A strategic plan was developed and adopted from learnings captured from Lucas's recruitment journey. The ability to navigate and adjust in real time helped lead our daughter, Gracie, to interest from well over 50 NCAA Division I volleyball programs, and resulted in many emails, texts, camp invitations, and scheduled phone calls (on June 15th) from multiple programs in the Power Four conferences. Ultimately, Gracie verbally committed to Vanderbilt University within hours of their offer on June 15th, the official date when coaches were allowed to contact Class of 2027 prospects.
Testimonials
"I have had the pleasure of knowing John for over 35 years and he is equally a good person and father as he was an athlete himself. Ultra-competitive but was able to maintain his academic excellence along his journey. Lucas and Gracie's success is directly correlated to the quality of people both John and Charmaine are. They have been through a lot as a family and have persevered and come out of unexpected tough times with grace and much success. I have no doubt that they will excel in this new venture and treat their client success as their own" Tim Pellerin
“As first-time parents navigating the landscape of athletic scholarships the Hobin’s provided sound advice to help us get started on the right path to find the right academic and athletic fit in prospective colleges for our son. Thank you.” Kara and Chris Floyd
“We have been blessed to have the Hobin family as a part of Skyline for almost 6 years now! Their daughter Gracie, has been playing club volleyball with us since she was 12 - and she is now 17. She will head to Vanderbilt next year to play collegiate volleyball. One of my favorite things about Charmaine, John & Gracie has been their patience in the process and their long term perspective. Gracie has always been a very talented player, but she has made incredible progress in her time here. Through this progress, they have had to understand and support that her journey would look different than anyone and that they would have to be patient to see it all come to fruition. Throughout her first few years, she progressed well - but they did a phenomenal job of staying positive, supporting her, supporting her coaching staff, and supporting the club, even if things weren’t necessarily going “her way”. They always knew that they needed to maintain a long term perspective and that she would continue to work and develop the way both they and we were hoping. They knew they needed to trust the system and training in place to make it happen. And they needed to trust that Gracie would work her tail off and be able to accomplish her goals at the end of it all. They showed this patience and perspective in the collegiate recruiting process as well. It is so easy to get caught up in the craziness of being recruited as a collegiate athlete, but they always trusted, knew that it would work out, and talked through things to help Gracie find the right fit. We are all so glad it worked out how we had all hoped - she found an amazing home at the next level, and through this, earned a full scholarship to play at a big Division 1 school with a stellar academic reputation and in an extremely competitive athletic conference. Their family never faltered in their support of their team and their club, despite moments of hard (times when she didn’t play as much, times when things weren’t working out quite as they’d hope, etc.). They trusted the process, trusted the professionals who were helping to guide them, and built great relationships with the families, players and staff around them. I cannot wait to see what they do in helping others maintain this perspective in their children’s journeys!” Sincerely, Amy Burk Houston Skyline Volleyball Executive Director
“When I first met Charmaine and John in 2013, John was my son’s coach in a youth basketball league. From the very beginning, it was clear that John taught far more than the skills needed to play basketball. He worked with a group of young boys to build character, instill a strong work ethic, and, most importantly, helped them enjoy the process of becoming better athletes and teammates. Charmaine and I both work in the education field, and through many conversations — and more than a few requests for leadership advice — it became easy to see what an exceptional mentor and leader she is. Charmaine is a true people-person. She genuinely cares about the growth of others, always offering thoughtful insights that plant seeds for both educators and students, all while leading by example in how she carries herself every day. Over the years, both Charmaine and John have guided my children in their athletic journeys by offering honest advice about their futures, identifying areas for growth, and being some of their biggest cheerleaders from the stands. If you are looking for genuine people who truly care about kids—people who will wholeheartedly invest in your child while guiding them through the athletic recruitment process — you will find that in Charmaine and John. They have raised two incredible children who are outstanding students and top-tier athletes in their respective sports. Having successfully navigated the athletic recruitment process twice themselves, the Hobin family brings invaluable experience, a true heart for helping kids succeed, and a warmth that makes you feel like family throughout the entire journey.” Kristi Corn
“Working with Lucas as both a freshman football player and a three-year varsity basketball player at Strake Jesuit was a true pleasure. He was a high character student athlete, a hard worker, and a strong leader who consistently elevated our program, both on and off the court. John and Charmaine, his parents, were outstanding partners throughout the process. They trusted our coaches, asked thoughtful questions, and invested the time to truly understand the recruiting and development journey. Their support and collaboration allowed us to guide Lucas effectively as a student, athlete, and young man, and it was clear they always prioritized finding the right overall fit for him. I greatly enjoyed working with their family and fully support the mission they are pursuing with Athlete Advantage Parent Consulting.” Jeff Carroll
“Working with Gracie and her family was an absolute pleasure. Gracie consistently demonstrated respect, a strong work ethic, and a team-first mentality. She approached her role with maturity well beyond her years, always showing up prepared, coachable, and committed to the success of the team. Her character and effort set a positive example for those around her. Just as impactful was the support from Mr. and Mrs. Hobin. They were consistently encouraging, thoughtful, and aligned with team values. Their communication was clear and respectful, and they trusted the coaching process while advocating appropriately for their daughter. As a coach, it makes a tremendous difference to work with parents who prioritize growth, perspective, and team success. Given my experience with their family, I am confident that Mr. and Mrs. Hobin will be an incredible resource through their consulting work. They genuinely understand the youth sports journey, the recruiting process, and the balance required to support student-athletes both on and off the court. Any family working with them will benefit from their insight, integrity, and athlete-centered approach.” Amy Cataline – SLHS Volleyball Head Coach
“For the past 6 years, we have had the pleasure to attend hundreds of games, sitting side by side with Charmaine and John. Together, we have watched our kids grow as athletes, as students, and as human beings. The Hobin's have applied their extensive background in education and sports to advise us in a very simple and specific way. They have helped us understand how the recruiting process works, how to communicate with coaches and recruiters, and what areas need improvement, on and off the court. They also have encouraged and guided us in terms of choosing a specific club for our student to get the best exposure towards becoming a college athlete. All in all, their expertise has been invaluable to us, and we are certain they have the knowledge to help other families the same way they have helped us." The Faidi Family
“As for your new adventure, I think what you are doing is most definitely necessary in this era of college athletics. Even parents whose kids played five years ago will have advice that no longer holds true for all that faces athletes in the current environment. I know that parents struggle with where and even if to send their child away to play collegiate sports. Over time it has become a 24 hour a day job for athletes. It is scary, especially for girls in my opinion. I believe that you and John are truly dedicated parents who want what is best and most beneficial for your kids not just in the short term but for the long term as well. I believe that you do your homework on all that encompasses college athletics while balancing that with academic endeavors and personal development. If I were to judge your parenting and decision making based on your kids, I think you have been top notch. Your tight-knit family values also play a huge role in the confidence that your kids possess. Pat yourself on the back for a job that is very well done and look forward to many exciting times watching your kids play in the years to come.” Amy Adams
NCAA Recruiting Facts
*data from 2023 as per NCAA.org
8,062,302
# High School Athletes
* includes male & female in 2024
DIVISION I
204,000 STUDENT ATHLETES
59%
RECEIVE ATHLETICS SCHOLORSHIPS
90%
GRADUATION SUCCESS RATE
DIVISION Ii
133,000 STUDENT ATHLETES
64%
RECEIVE ATHLETICS SCHOLORSHIPS
76%
ACADEMIC SUCCESS RATE
DIVISION III
202,000 STUDENT ATHLETES
80%
RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID
88%
ACADEMIC SUCCESS RATE