Athlete Spotlighting #16) Parker Henderson

Hello Everyone!

Our 16th Athlete Spotlight is of someone who has had a tougher journey then most...overcoming some big time injuries with an unwavering determination. This determination has allowed him to make the most of every training session at AGSP. All aspects of his performance have improved, his running, jumping, strength and power. If he keeps this up he WILL reach all of his goals, it is time for you to meet...

Athlete Name: Parker Henderson
Sport(s): Baseball
Position(s): 3rd Base, 1st Base, Pitcher
School: Kimpton Middle School, soon to go to Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2015
AGSP Athlete Since: September 2010

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Local Teams (Cavs, Indians, Browns)
Favorite Professional Athlete: Tim Lincecum
Favorite Lift: Clean Deadlift & Back Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Max Velocity
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: working out with my team, going to LifeCenter Plus to condition, playing video games, and hanging out with friends.

What are your short-term goals? Become the quickest on the team, have the best average, the best ERA, and best fielding percentage. I basically want to lead all team statistics.

What are your long-term goals? Play at the college level.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? I've become quicker, I have more endurance, I'm a lot stronger, and I've become one of the top athletes on my team.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF PARKER TRAINING AT AGSP!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

Athlete Spotlighting #15) Vinny Pugliese

Hello Everyone!

Our 15th Athlete Spotlight is one of the original Akron General Sports Performance athletes and he exemplifies what AGSP is all about...becoming the best athlete you can be. This athlete has gone from a young and hungry high school football player to recruited, soon to play Division One football player. And all the way, he has kept the same quiet, hardworking, consistent work ethic. We can't wait to see him play at the next level and are honored to be a part of his athletic journey, it is time for you to meet...

Athlete Name: Vinny Pugliese
Sport(s): Football
Position(s): Linebacker/Fullback
School: Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2011
AGSP Athlete Since: 2007
PLAYING D1 FOOTBALL AT: Columbia University

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Browns
Favorite Professional Athlete: Peyton Hillis
Favorite Lift: Overhead Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Multi-Direction
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: playing basketball with friends.

What are your short-term goals? Get playing time as a college freshman.

What are your long-term goals? Become a captain.

How has AGSP impacted you performance as an athlete? I'm quicker, more explosive and stronger.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF VINNY TRAINING AT AGSP!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart & Coach Nathan Burandt

March 2011 @ AGSP

Hello Everyone!

Check out the newest video of athletes training at AGSP during the month of March!



Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

Athlete Spotlighting #14) Matt Leupold

Hello Everyone!

Our 14th Athlete Spotlight is of someone who quietly, but consistently trains hard at AGSP. He wins the respect of other athletes through his good attitude, willingness to learn, and positive actions. He is always eager to learn how to improve his movement and never hesitates to help others. It is time for you to meet...

Athlete Name: Matt Leupold
Sport(s): Soccer
Position(s): Outside Defender
School: Stow-Munroe Falls High School
Graduation Year: 2014
AGSP Athlete Since: December 2010
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Columbus Crew
Favorite Professional Athlete: Chad Marshall
Favorite Lift: Back Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Max Velocity

When I am not training at AGSP, I am: playing soccer, playing video games, or reading.
What are your short-term goals? To make varsity on my high school soccer team. What are your long-term goals? To start on a college team.

How has AGSP impacted you performance as an athlete? I feel a lot stronger and faster. I also feel like I can accelerate faster on the soccer field.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEOS OF MATT TRAINING AT AGSP!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

RECAP: College Recruiting

Hello Everyone!

The College Recruiting Seminar last night was a huge success for all the athletes and parents in attendance!

The driving home point was, "It is all about developing."

Coach Kelly Kennedy of RightFitSports talked about developing an athlete's

1. Sport Specific Skills
2. Sports Performance Skills and you know where you can do that at ;-)
3. Grades and GPA
4. Recruiting Marketability separating yourself from other similar-level athletes

As a former Division One Basketball Coach, Kennedy talked about what coaches look for in athletes... they want to see the above list improve year after year! The first 3 are pretty straight forward, but how do you improve on your marketability? Well that's where a tool like RightFitSports comes in... it let's you get your name out there without breaking any NCAA Rules to the type of schools you are interested in.

RightFitSports let's you make a profile (with that all important game film) that you can send to schools based on your interests such as programs offered, division, state, size, etc.
Talk about taking more control of your athletic future! You work hard, train hard, and get good grades...so why wouldn't you work on developing your marketability through a tool like RightFitSports?

For more information visit http://www.rightfitsports.com/ or contact Coach Kelly Kennedy at kelly@rightfitsports.com

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

College Recruiting Seminar this Sunday Night!

Akron General Sports Performance is hosting a

COLLEGE RECRUITING SEMINAR
Featuring former D1 Basketball Coach and current Recruiting Coach Kelly Kennedy of Right Fit Sports

Location: North Performance Center Conference Room (make right once entered the building, down hallway next to fireplace)

Date and Time: Sunday March 6 at 7:00 PM

Cost: $10/pre-register or $15/at the door (a portion of the money will go to your Right Fit Sports account if you decide to use this great recruiting tool)

How to Register: Send an email to akephart@agmc.org and kelly@rightfitsports.com Provide your athlete name, sport, grade, school, and email address.

Ways to Pay: Check written out to Kelly Kennedy (if you have pre-registered you can give your check to Coach Amanda or give it at the door at the discounted price)

*Yes, Non-AGSP athletes can sign-up
*Yes, you can sign-up even if you haven't been to AGSP in awhile

Plain and simple, I wish I had this recruiting tool when I was a high school athlete. It takes all the guess work out of recruiting and helps you take more control over your athletic career.

For more information please email Coach Amanda or Kelly Kennedy or call 330-945-3183.

Some "Ups"

Hello Everyone!

Just wanted to "up" everyone's mood by sharing this awesome picture of one of our athletes, Courtney Kennedy, getting some great "ups" at a recent basketball game.
Courtney has added 5 inches to her vertical since she started training at AGSP! Learn how to jump higher at Akron General Sports Performance and try it for free by calling 330-945-3150!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart