Ep. 6 Avery Hjelmstad - '25 Utah Commit, Talks College Decision, Her Recruiting | ROK Podcast

In her interview with the ROK Podcast hosted by Coach Love, Avery Hjelmstad, an Edmond Memorial High School student and a 2025 commit to the University of Utah, shares insights into her journey and decision-making process. Avery discusses her meticulous approach to selecting her college, which involved an elaborate decision-making formula. She emphasizes the importance of various factors, such as academic offerings, athletic programs, and campus culture, in making her final choice.

Avery also reflects on her childhood, highlighting the significant influence of her siblings and travel ball coaches in shaping her as a player. Their motivation and support were crucial in her development and success in basketball.

Ranked among the top 60 girls in her class nationwide by ESPN, Avery received over 35 offers from prestigious basketball programs, including Stanford, Kansas, North Carolina, Duke, Colorado, Oklahoma State, and Oklahoma. Her story is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and strategic planning in pursuing her athletic and academic goals.

Chapters

• 0:16 Introduction - Avery Hjemstad
• 4:17 Young Avery
• 6:20 My Inspiration
• 8:53 Ever Want To Quit?
• 10:15 Who Pushed The Most?
• 12:36 Playing In The Super16 All-Star Games
• 13:08 When Did You Know You Were Special?
• 17:09 Embarrassing Moments for Avery
• 17:30 Academics and Sports
• 21:42 A Bunch of Offers / Decision Process
• 24:11 My First Offer
• 27:45 Advice to the Younger Athletes
• 29:40 Name, Image and Likeness
• 31:08 Transfer Portal - Pros/Cons
• 32:40 The WNBA
• 34:34 The Momentum Shift