Behind the Highlight Reel is not a playbook. It's a real-time reflection from a parent walking alongside her son through the college football recruitment process. Together, they navigate showcases, silent stretches, and high-stakes decisions with clarity, care, and quiet strength.
Written in the middle of the journey, this book offers practical insight and emotional steadiness for families. From decoding coach responses to filming drills, Dr. Laurie Hillstock names the questions, tradeoffs, and moments that shaped their path—without gloss or performance.
Every word was shaped by the choices, questions, and moments that mattered most to them. It's offered here as a companion for parents trying to support without overstepping, advocate without performing, and lead with love when the system feels impersonal.
Whether you're deep in the process or just beginning, Behind the Highlight Reel is a steady voice in the noise. A reminder that presence matters, even when the outcome is still unfolding.