The majority of field and court sports and even many individual sports have similar general needs. All rely on speed, strength & power with strength as the foundation. Strength training should be the foundation of athletic development for all high school athletes. Here are three reasons why young athletes should participate in a strength-training program. […]
Read MoreThe summer is a critical time in a young athletes career. It is the time to train and focus on enhancing physical qualities. As kids age, sport specific skills get harder and harder to improve. However, physical abilities (size, speed and strength) still have a significant window for improvement. The athlete who trains properly and increases […]
Read MoreAs the school year comes to an end many young athletes are planning to attend sport specific exposure camps and club team tournaments. With hopes of being recognized by high school & college coaches, many athletes are led to believe that this alone will properly prepare them for the upcoming Fall season. Unfortunately, this is […]
Read MoreIn April I had the privilege of coaching 20 of the best high school linebackers in Texas and Louisiana. This was a very talented group of athletes. Whether it was dropping into zone coverage to defend a pass play or cover a running back man to man, they all exhibited a high level of multidirectional […]
Read MoreIf you want to unlock your athletic potential, this camp is for you! Our program is designed to enhance all components of athleticism. Athletes that are explosive, fast and healthy have a huge competitive advantage over those who simply focus on sport skills. It’s simple, the stronger, faster athletes win. The summer is a critical […]
Read MoreIn my last coaching insight, I spoke to you about how I assess athleticism. This included body position, movement, strength, speed, & agility. In the next series of training insights I am going to break down each component and explain the importance of each and how our program will help you improve each one. Body […]
Read MoreI am proud to have been selected once again to coach this year at a series of Under Armour All-America Elite Football Camps. The first camp was held a few weeks ago in Cleveland Ohio where I coached 26 of the best high school linebackers in the Mid-West. What an experience and privilege! ➢ The […]
Read MoreAs the school year comes to an end many young athletes are planning to attend sport specific camps, college recruiting camps and club team tournaments. With hopes of being recognized, many high school athletes are led to believe that this alone will properly prepare them for the upcoming season. Unfortunately, the truth is that today […]
Read MoreDear Student-Athlete, If you want to unlock your athletic potential, this camp is for you! Our program is designed to enhance all components of athleticism. Athletes that are explosive, fast and healthy have a huge competitive advantage over those who simply focus on sport skills. Its simple, the stronger, faster athletes win. Sport specific camps […]
Read MoreOften I hear of sport coaches telling their athletes before summer break to make sure they are “in shape” for the up-coming season. The question I have for these coaches is, “do you want your athletes to be in shape or do you want them to be prepared to play?” Being in-shape and being prepared […]
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