Athlete Spotlight #34) Nick Kopczak

Hello Everyone!

Our next athlete spotlight is of a very hard worker who has a bright future. Each day he trains to become the most complete, best athlete he can be. His heart is committed to training. He is willing to work on his weaknesses and he's open to challenges. He is one of the strongest athletes his age we have ever worked with! It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Nick Kopczak
Sport(s): Football and Baseball
Position(s): Football: Corner, Fullback. Baseball: Pitcher, Shortstop, Outfield
School: Kimpton Middle School
Graduation Year: 2017
AGSP Athlete Since: February 2012
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians
Favorite Professional Athlete: Tim Tebow
Favorite Lift: Bench Press and Hang Clean
Favorite Movement Skill: Max Velocity
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: working out or at home.

What are your short-term goals? Be a better athlete.

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

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has made me stronger and has improved my running form.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF NICK TRAINING AT AGSP!

(we've put them all into one video!)

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

Athlete Spotlight #33) Stuart Schley

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Our next athlete spotlight is of Orrville High School baseball player Stuart Schley. He is a dedicated student and athlete. Stuart knows that hard work and dedication on and off the field will help him achieve his goals. He is a great kid with a great sense of humor and sees things in a clear light. Stuart knows what he wants and he came to Akron General Sports performance to help him in his endeavor.

Athlete Name: Stuart Schley
Sport(s): Baseball
Position(s): 3rd Base, 1st Base, Pitcher
School: Orrville High School
Graduation Year: 2014
AGSP Athlete Since: November 2011
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Texas Rangers
Favorite Professional Athlete: Nelson Cruz
Favorite Lift: Deadlifts
Favorite Movement Skill: Acceleration
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: practicing or at school.

What are your short-term goals? Get a scholarship to college.

What are your long-term goals? Play professional baseball.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has made me faster and stronger and has improved my lung capacity.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF STUART TRAINING AT AGSP!

(we've put them all into one video!)

Keep Training!
Coach Nathan Burandt and Akron General Sports Performance

Basketball Sports Performance

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Last week I had the privilege of seeing some of AGSP's basketball athletes in action, including CVCA's Men's Basketball. As I videotaped the win I was able to catch some of the speed and agility skills we teach.

Below you will see still shots of Bob Peters #34, Alex Punka #22, and Mike Peters #25 displaying some of the skills they worked hard on this past summer. Keep up the great work gentlemen!

All AGSP athletes will see the acceleration, lateral acceleration, maximum velocity, drop-steps and open-up steps, proper shin angles, and full hip extension. If you don't know what I'm talking about then you should come in for your complimentary session and learn how to be a better, faster athlete!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda and Akron General Sports Performance

Soccer Athletes! Thursday February 9th

Attention Soccer Athletes!

Thursday February 9 from 8-9:30PM at Akron General Sports Performance NORTH (in Stow) is hosting a semi-private Soccer Speed & Strength Clinic! See flier below. Once it's full, it's full, so don't wait to reserve your spot!

TO REGISTER email amanda.kephart@akrongeneral.org with your athlete’s name, phone number, age of athlete, and school of athlete.Cash preferred. Must be paid in full before participating. Ages 13 and up only.

Become a faster, stronger, more powerful Soccer Player Thursday February 9th!
Akron General Sports Performance

Athlete Spotlight #32) Marshall Kirkendall

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Our next athlete spotlight is of someone that is kind and encouraging to everyone who trains with him. He leads by example and is consistent with his efforts. He's willing to challenge himself, whether by lifting more weight in the weight room or jumping onto the high speed treadmill! It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Marshall Kirkendall
Sport(s): Volleyball
Position(s): Setter/Hitter
School: Stow-Munroe Falls High School
Graduation Year: 2012
AGSP Athlete Since: September 2010
Favorite Professional Sports Team: New Orleans Saints
Favorite Professional Athlete: Drew Brees
Favorite Lift: Front Squats
Favorite Movement Skill: Max-Velocity
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: involved in Boy Scouts, in the Marching Band, and I also play trumpet in Jazz Band.

What are your short-term goals? Graduate high school, have a successful senior year in volleyball.

What are your long-term goals? Graduate from college with a degree in nursing.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has improved my speed and vertical jump dramatically. It also prepares me for conditioning in my sport.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF MARSHALL TRAINING AT AGSP!

(we've put them all into one video!)

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

Athlete Spotlight #31) Megan Martin

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Our next athlete spotlight is of a living example of perseverance and commitment. She knows that sports are supposed to be fun and can reward you with many life lessons. She's become a great leader, knowing how to encourage others through both her actions and her words. Her strength shows both in the weight room and out. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Megan Martin
Sport(s): Volleyball
Position(s): DS/Libero
School: Stow-Munroe Falls High School
Graduation Year: 2013
AGSP Athlete Since: October 2009
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Dallas Cowboys
Favorite Professional Athlete: Dwayne Wayde
Favorite Lift: Back Squats
Favorite Movement Skill: Acceleration
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: working out or at volleyball practice.

What are your short-term goals? To have a winning volleyball season.

What are your long-term goals? To get into college.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has made me faster, stronger, and better mentally.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF MEGAN TRAINING AT AGSP!

(we've put them all into one video!)

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

AGSP can help you throw it down!

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Not only can AGSP help you dunk, it can help you throw it down. Below Bob Peters of CVCA demonstrates the throw down in a recent game.

He trained hard at AGSP this summer and the results show!

Keep training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance