Wednesday, April 20, 2011

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

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

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

Monday, April 4, 2011

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