BE GRITTY ATHLETES
Testimonials
“Be Gritty’s approach and investment are consistent and authentic.
There have been several instances where Be Gritty’s counsel has supported our student-athlete’s needs within and beyond the sport. They responds to our questions and concerns and engages each issue with fidelity. Likewise, they seek out more information and consider creative approaches on behalf of our student-athlete.
A critical element of our journey was navigating our athlete’s needs during the pandemic. We needed to think through NCAA rules, strategies for camps versus tournaments, and developing a program that would be right for our student-athlete. Michelle’s language was clear, “If this were my daughter” was a common phrase, and her analysis always centered on family and athletes. Her guidance truly engages an understanding of athlete, sport, womanhood, family, and academic long-term goals.
Michelle Sebastian is not a stranger in any community. She connects with people and uses a thoughtful approach to ensuring that her athletes get what they need.”
-Parent of a Vanderbilt Student-Athlete
“Be Gritty was instrumental in helping us navigate the complexities of the recruiting process. They provided expert guidance, honest feedback, and the highest caliber contacts. They were a trusted ally and cheerleader from middle school through signing day and beyond. Their passion and commitment to the women’s game and my daughter were evident on the sidelines at recruiting tournaments, as they cheered from the stands at high school games and in countless emails and phone calls. Most importantly, they really “knew” my daughter as both a student and an athlete and truly had her best interest at heart. Thank you for helping us find the perfect fit. “
-Parent of a Yale student-athlete
“At every single stage of our daughter’s development, she received constructive feedback regarding her skill development from former D1 athletes. They shared a personal interest and wanted to be sure she had all the information she needed to make “her” best decision. As a result, she was very prepared for both the recruiting process and life as a D1 student-athlete.”
-Parent of a Princeton student-athlete
“Be Gritty was an integral part of our athlete’s college recruitment process. They worked closely with our family to determine appropriate programs of focus based on skill and academics. Their connectivity with coaches within the college community is outstanding, and their leads and ability to generate feedback from coaches were invaluable. Be Gritty’s ability to create an actionable roadmap was critical to our athlete’s success.”
-Parent of a University of Michigan student-athlete
“Michelle Sebastian has been a coach, mentor, friend, and the best advocate for my student-athlete over the past eight years. When she decided she wanted to pursue playing lacrosse in college, Michelle did a great job of explaining the process and options to our family so we were prepared to find the right fit for her academically and athletically.
Michelle was critical in key conversations with coaches and was a trusted resource regarding my daughter’s strengths as a person and athlete. She made sure that we were in the loop with those conversations and counseled us on how to communicate professionally with potential coaches and their assistants. Her knowledge of the collegiate world is incredible, and she consistently acted as a sounding board for our questions during this process. I highly recommend Michelle’s recruiting expertise.”
-Parent of a Davidson College student-athlete
“I’m very grateful for Michelle’s assistance with helping my student-athlete find the perfect college. Her network of college coaches is impressive and constantly expanding. Years before recruiting starts, she educates athletes and parents on what to expect in the coming years. Throughout the recruiting period, she helps athletes understand their strengths and how to showcase them through Sports Recruits, highlight film, and communications with college coaches. The recruiting process is full of ups and downs and can be stressful for some teenage athletes. Michelle is very supportive and will be there to help them through difficult moments and celebrate their achievements. She will always give you honest feedback. You can trust that she will put in the time needed to ensure that your student-athlete finds the right team to play on whether it’s a D1, D2, or D3 program.”
-Parent of a University of Connecticut student-athlete