Athlete Spotlight #29) Nick DeLeone

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Our next athlete spotlight is of an up-and-coming athlete who's combination of talent, hard-work, and consistency will surely take him far. Somewhat of a perfectionist, he has the desire to perform at the highest level possible. He understands the value of teamwork and brings a lot of positive energy to each training session. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Nick DeLeone
Sport(s): Football and Baseball
Position(s): Running Back, Linebacker. Outfield, Infield, Catcher, Pitcher.
School: Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2015
AGSP Athlete Since: November 2011
Favorite Professional Sports Team: New York Yankees
Favorite Lift: Deadlift
Favorite Movement Skill: Ladder drills
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: eating, sleeping, and doing homework.

What are your short-term goals? To make the varsity teams in baseball and football.

What are your long-term goals? To earn an athletic scholarship to play football and baseball.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has made me more of a hard-worker. It has also made me faster and stronger.

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 #28) Erin McNulty

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Our next athlete spotlight is of a constant hard-worker who always trains with a positive attitude. She's willing to practice her form (whether it is her running form or lifting form) until she achieves the desired result. Each training session gets her closer to her goals of being the best athlete she can be. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Erin McNulty
Sport(s): Cross County and Track
Position(s): Runner
School: Saint Vincent- Saint Mary High School
Graduation Year: 2014
AGSP Athlete Since: Summer 2011
Favorite Professional Sports Team: The Cavs
Favorite Professional Athlete: Jim Thome
Favorite Lift: Front-Loaded Reverse Lunges
Favorite Movement Skill: Acceleration
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: running, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
What are your short-term goals? To break 21:00 minutes in the 5k for cross country and to get in the 2:20's in the 800m for track. Also, to run varsity in cross country.

What are your long-term goals? To run in college.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has made me stronger.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF ERIN TRAINING AT AGSP!

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

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

Athlete Spotlight #27) Michael Walter

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Our next athlete spotlight is of an athlete who knows how to persevere. Even when set-backs arise, he never gives up. He's not afraid to admit his weaknesses and make those the focus of his training. He's punctual, consistent, hard-working, and a great team player. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Michael Walter
Sport(s): Golf and Baseball
Position(s): Catcher
School: Woodridge High School
Graduation Year: 2015
AGSP Athlete Since: May 2009
Favorite Professional Sports Team: More of a college guy - Texas Longhorns
Favorite Professional Athlete: Colt McCoy
Favorite Lift: Back Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Multi-Direction
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: hanging out with friends, playing sports or video games.

What are your short-term goals? To play varsity baseball for my high school team.

What are your long-term goals? To play a Division One sport (golf).

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? I have gotten faster and stronger. I feel ahead of my friends when we play sports.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF MICHAEL TRAINING AT AGSP!

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

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance