Navigate the D3 high-academic athletic recruiting process

D3 Edge is a boutique consulting service that helps families navigate the Division III high-academic athletic recruiting process and find the best fit.

2025–2026 recruiting cycle conferences:
NESCAC, NEWMAC, UAA, Liberty League, ODAC, SCIAC, NCAC, and Landmark

Jill Pace, founder of D3 Edge
Jill Pace, Founder
Meet Your Guide

An insider's edge

At D3 Edge, you get direct, one-on-one access to Jill Pace — an expert who understands the unique world of high-academic Division III recruiting from the coach's side of the table.

13 yrs D3 high-academic coaching experience
2023 WBCA National Coach of the Year Finalist
Head coach — Tufts University & Pomona College
  • Former head women's basketball coach at Tufts University & Pomona College
  • Coached multiple All-American & All-Conference players
  • Assistant coach at Tufts University & Smith College
  • WBCA Honorable Mention All-American at Bowdoin College
  • Bowdoin College (BA) · Smith College (MS)
What to Expect

Personalized guidance, clear insight

We provide personalized guidance and clear insight to help you and your family confidently navigate the process and land the best fit.

Expert Advice

Decode the black box of D3 high-academic recruiting.

Recruiting Conversations

Receive advice about questions to ask on visits and how to handle recruiting calls.

Travel Optimization

Efficiently target key recruiting events for recruiting success.

Coach Communication

Understand messages and signals from college coaches.

Transfer Portal

Factor in the new dynamics of roster building.

FAQ

Common questions from families

What do you do?

We are a consulting service, not a recruiting service. While we will occasionally reach out to college coaches on a recruit's behalf, our main goal is to have conversations about the recruiting process and guide families with expert advice.

Do you only work with specific sports?

No — because we are a consulting service, we are able to assist with all sports. While timelines do differ, visits, pre-reads, communication, etc. are all comparable across sports.

What is the cost to work with you?

Please book a free intro call to discuss pricing and package options.

Ready to find the best fit?

Start with a free intro call — no pressure, just an honest read on your athlete's options.

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