Testimonials
“In all my years in athletics my son’s experience with Fifth and Oak was phenomenal. THEY bring years of experience and passion to the now very complex world of seeking and preparing students to enter college and athletics.”
—KEVIN A., National Association of College Director of Athletics Hall of Fame, Senior Assoc AD Air Force, Former AD Univ of Maryland, Army West Point, Colorado Springs, CO
“Having worked with Dustin for years, I am always appreciative of his full circle approach to working with student-athletes and parents. FIFTH & OAK takeS the time to understand other components of a student’s life (prospective majors, location preferences, campus setting/size, religious or military-based schools, etc.). When you work with THEM, it’s not just about the sport and division level, they consider the entire student. I can’t recommend them enough!”
—JESSICA L., Senior College Counselor, Sherman Oaks, CA
“I would have never found SUNY Cortland if it wasn’t for Coach Snyder. He was the one who gave me the opportunity to connect with the coaches at Cortland and helped me with the whole process of reaching out and getting recruited and was there from beginning to end and I’m so grateful he did because I love it here. Thank you!”
—COLTRANE G., NCAA Men’s Track Student-Athlete, Los Angeles, CA
“Fifth and Oak introduced us to a whole new world of fantastic schools and athletic opportunities that, on our own, would have never been on our radar. They do the work. They are THEIR OWN google search. Thanks, especially, to Dustin Snyder for his leadership and championing our son.”
—ROB, KIM & KEATON F., Toluca Lake, CA
“FIFTH AND OAK has been very resourceful during my development as starting quarterback for 3 years and when I got injured was there to support me during the difficult rehab process helping me go through the various inquiries I was getting from various D2 and D3 colleges including MIT. What I really liked about Fifth & Oak was their straightforward approach. they really care about helping you find the best situation possible. We both agreed that going to junior college was for me the best route to keep my D1 goal alive and while I compete and train hard, Having their support on the logistic side is very important.”
—DYLAN H., 2022 Student Athlete, Valley Glen, CA
“Fifth and Oak was extremely helpful in getting my son recruited. THEIR knowledge of the different schools was amazing. THEY alwayS answered the phone anytime I called, even if it was multiple times a day. It is THEIR desire is to help the kids find the right school. This was obvious after my son got hurt and decided not to play football in college. THEY still offered to help find the best school for my sons major. I would recommend Fifth and Oak to anyone that wants to get help navigating the process of getting your kid off to college.”
—SHAWN H., LA County Sheriff’s Department, Acton, CA
“Fifth and Oak gave me all the information I needed to help me select the college that was the best fit for me to attend and play baseball. They took their time explaining all the information to me and made sure I understood everything. They were patient and gave me some really great advice.”
—SAMMY C., College Baseball Student-Athlete, Johnstown, PA
“Fifth and Oak were very knowledgeable helping me understand all the processes involved for my son to play college baseball. They helped make a stressful and very frustrating situation so much easier for all of us. They are very sincere and genuinely want to help the kids.”
—CAROL C., Claims Support Specialist II, Johnstown, PA
"We knew our son was talented, but had no idea how to help him play at the college level. Coach Snyder is not only a wealth of information with years of wisdom and experience helping kids and their parents, but is, and was from the very beginning, quick to respond to any text or email. THEY care deeply for all of THEIR student/athletes and helps each of them with structuring and disciplining themselves as well as advising them on which camps and colleges they should consider. THEY helped us with both of our boys, and we highly recommend THEm.”
—DARIN C., Pasadena, CA
“Because of my sons' involvement with F&O, they were able to have a highly gratifying and enriching sports career in high school and were both able to enter excellent colleges. F&O provided mentorship and guidance that was critical to their successful development academically, athletically and personally. When my boys needed tutoring or extra help, they provided excellent resources to help them succeed. It was a character-building experience for them, and helped them develop valuable life-skills they will have forever like successful goal setting and achievement, leadership skills, team building, and interpersonal communication capabilities. I cannot recommend F&O highly enough, they made a real and positive difference in my sons' lives.”
—SUSAN B., Los Angeles, CA
“Even though they are based out of LA, Fifth and Oak took a lot of initiative and time to help two of my nephews traverse the difficult road of finding the right college for them.”
—JIM G., EMI/EMC Manager, Phoenix, AZ
"Fifth and Oak services were a vital part of our son’s college recruiting and selection process. Dustin Snyder has been an incredible mentor and sounding board for our son and our family throughout this entire process. THEY narrowed down our son’s major interests and matched him with colleges that were a good fit for him athletically as well. We are very grateful for the support and guidance we received during this selection process.”
—SARA B., Teacher/Parent, Sherman Oaks, CA