ACADEMIC CONSULTING FOR ELITE ATHLETES

Beyond Varsity’s mission is to help high school athletes navigate the complex process of NCAA/NAIA academic eligibility. We create custom snap shots of a student athlete’s current academic standing and provide custom action plans for NCAA/NAIA academic eligibility. Beyond Varsity takes the guess work out of academic eligibility.

Who Beyond Varsity Serves

Parents

One on one advice and consulting with the parent and student navigating the student’s current standing and what’s next. From Sophomore year on get a personal review and plan with action steps. Your student is excelling on the playing field, provide them with the best chance to go Beyond Varsity.

Clubs

Presentations to teams, advisor and individual consulting available across all sports. Set your club apart, show your parents that you care about the athlete + the student.

Schools

Counseling departments are spending time working with all types of students, Athletic Directors are managing and overseeing athletic programs and activities. Beyond Varsity lets these programs concentrate on what they do best while providing exceptional expertise for athletes who would benefit from specialized advice.

EXPERT ACADEMIC ADVICE FOR
ELITE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES

Beyond Varsity understands the unique challenges faced by student-athletes and is well-versed in the academic requirements and core class mandates set by college athletic organizations. Through their extensive knowledge and personalized approach, Beyond Varsity ensures that student-athletes are well-prepared to meet these requirements. 

  • 10+ Years in High School Counseling
  • Worked @ Washington University in St. Louis in admissions and transcript review
  • NCAA Eligibility Certification through NFHS
  • Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Certification through NFHS
  • Proven Early Graduation Plans
  • Primary High School Contact for NCAA Courses
  • Experience working with coaches and staff at all levels of Collegiate athletics

TESTIMONIALS

Jim Brockman

Director of Admissions @ CBC High School

My experience with Heather Gogel was first class.  As a counselor at our school, she was a tireless worker and built relationships with our students and parents.  Those relationships paid dividends, as she could confidently and knowledgeably speak on behalf of our students when they would apply for scholarships or admittance to universities of their choice.

Dan Grumich

Athletic Director @ Notre Dame High School

Heather was the swim coach and school counselor at Trinity Catholic High School during the years I was the Athletic Director for the Titans. She was always prepared and handled her coaching duties with maturity and professionalism. Her teams were always well-trained and ready for competition but, more importantly, she demonstrated true care and concern for the athletes she coached. Heather cared about her swimmers as more than just athletes. She was there for them away from the pool and always made sure her athletes were ready to make the jump from high school to college. I am confident Heather will demonstrate that same level of care and concern in her role as President of Beyond Varsity.

Jennifer Fite

Parent @ Trinity Catholic High School

We had the privilege of having Heather as a counselor for our two oldest children in high school. She inspired them to be their best by connecting with them as individuals. She is an amazing educator and natural leader!