Our Achievements
Testimonials From
Our Student Athletes
A few words from our athletes who describe their success and the crucial support they have received.
Hoda and Sasha helped my parents and I tremendously.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
NCAA D1
Student athlete
Charles Bernard
I had an exceptional experience with VA-AS. When we started working together in 2018, my goal was to go and study in the United States. But we did not know what process and steps were needed to be eligible in the NCAA. Furthermore, I wasn’t playing at the level of baseball that I am at today. Hoda and Sasha knew how to help my parents and I make the right decisions that helped me reach the next level. Over and above that, their network, and the people I met through them, from chiropractors to physical preparation specialists, helped me immensely. We established a solid plan that helped me reach my athletic and academic goals. Even today, I know I can count on them and their team!
I will always be grateful that I had the chance to work with them and I recommend their services to anyone who wants to pursue their academic and athletic career in the United States.
Student athlete’s father
Christian Bernard
A big thank you!
Right from the first meeting, you knew how to make us feel at ease. It was the start of a solid collaboration.
An optimal plan to pursue his studies and, of course, perfecting his sport to reach his objective of playing in NCAA Baseball Division 1.
You took care of Charles like a family member and we are eternally grateful. Your professionalism and great knowledge of the NCAA helped us immensely.
Thank you Hoda and Sasha for allowing Charles to pursue his dream!
Hoda and Sasha were present through every step of the process.
Saint Leo University
Golf
Student athlete
Laurence Lamer
Hoda and Sasha accompanied me through the whole process. They helped me prepare for the SAT and identify elements I needed to work on to be successful. They were also there for me to prepare for interviews with coaches. I knew exactly what questions I needed to ask, and it made it much easier for me to identify universities that met my needs. They encouraged me throughout the whole period that I worked with them, and I am really grateful for the support they provided in helping me realize my dream. Today, I am very happy with my choice, and I will always be thankful to Hoda and Sasha. Thank you for your help!
Student athlete’s father
Bernard Lamer
As parents, we are always worried for our children, and we want the best for them. When our daughter shared with us her wish of continuing her education in the United States, while practicing her sport, we wanted to give her all the support she needed. The process is quite long and complex, but with Hoda and Sasha’s experience, they helped us through the process by answering all our questions and worries. They were especially attentive to our daughter, in understanding what she wanted exactly, to identify universities matching her needs. They put her in contact with coaches where she could interact with them and ask questions. Later, our daughter made a wise choice based on solid facts. Without Hoda and Sasha, the process would have been a lot more complicated, and our daughter’s choices would have been more limited. It was a real pleasure collaborating with them, all along this adventure. If we had to choose again, without hesitation, we would work once more with Hoda and Sasha. Thank you for everything!
From the first call with Hoda and Sasha I sensed that my future was in good hands.
Loyola University Maryland
Tennis
Student athlete
Liam Rompré
When I made the decision to play in the NCAA, I didn’t know where to start. It seemed like a mountain to climb. Thousands of questions came to mind: How do you contact coaches? Do I need a recruitment video? Where should I go? Fortunately for me, I found the right people to help me. From the first call with Hoda and Sasha I sensed that my future was in good hands. When I spoke to them, they understood right away what type of university would make me happy. Because of their help building my student athlete profile, I received many scholarship offers, something I had been dreaming of. VA-AS college recruitment helped me through the whole process, from beginning to end, where finally I had a paid plane ticket in my hand and packed suitcases, ready to start my American adventure!
Student athlete’s mother
Liam’s mom
Thank you for the extraordinary support and structure you provided, enabling us to experience the university choosing process with calm and confidence. I always felt that you had my son’s interests at heart, through his ups and downs! Hoda was like a second mom to him. He found the perfect university. Thank you!
Thanks to them, I can fully concentrate on my academic journey and my athletic development
Student athlete
Théo Desroches
Supported by Hoda and Sasha since secondary 3, I feel privileged and grateful that they are part of my academic and athletic journey. They are always available to answer my questions, celebrate my successes and uplift me through the challenges along the route. Hoda and Sasha respect my choices, listen to me, support my ambitions, and steer me towards the right resources to reach my performance goals. Thanks to them, I can fully concentrate on my academic journey and my athletic development while having a concrete plan that is stimulating but realistic. I am extremely proud to be part of the VA-AS family. With them, there are no problems, only solutions!
Student athlete’s mother
Théo’s mom
Our family had the chance of being supported and guided by Hoda and Sasha in following our son’s dream of pursuing his academic and athletic journey in the golfing universe. They got to know him and personalize their approach with him. They accompanied him in setting realistic and concrete objectives, which enabled him to feel supported and confident in maximizing his chances of success. Whether it’s academic, athletic, or mental preparation, Hoda and Sasha made sure that our son was within a framework that was safe and optimal to facilitate his development.
Collaborating with Hoda and Sasha is truly being in a relationship that is based on authenticity, friendliness, hard work and kindness. Thank you for hosting our son through his dreams and ambitions, but mostly, encouraging him to surpass them!