University of Cincinnati
ACHA M2 • TSCHL
Date: August 5, 2024
Would Recommend
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Now that a new year is approaching and girls are heading back to school, I have been asked more than once about Coach Gina. My experience so far has been a good experience. I find that she is direct and knowledgeable. I also believe that she has high expectations of her players. Coaching youth and working at clinics for many years I have come to realize that preparing your young adult for the leap to any college level of play is the parent's responsibility. Getting there is only a small part of it. College level play is a full-time job. I have told many parents if you get the offer, prepare your player to work just as hard to keep it each year. Coaches change, new classes come EVERY year. Coach Gina has been fair to my daughter. Of course, I get the phone calls about how unfair things are at times and we discuss why that is. I encourage my daughter to talk to the coaches, get feedback. Not always easy and I have received a few phone calls after those meetings too. I also feel that there is balance in the coaching staff. Different personalities, different views provide a good mix and options for communication. I have never questioned a coach why my child was not on the field, I never ask my daughter that question, I leave that up to her father. Motivation comes in many forms. I believe that the desire to play is enough motivation for my daughter. Coach Gina was the ONLY D1 coach that we visited with that we could be honest about what my daughter wanted to study. Most players finish 4-year degree in 4 years. UC and the coaching staff want the team to accel academically. THIS is important when that academic 5th year is really expensive. I as a parent do not always understand choices made on gameday, just like other teams. I believe that UC and Coach Gina are a good fit for my daughter's first full-time job.