Thursday, March 29, 2012

Athlete Spotlight #38) Jakob Madgar

Hello Everyone!

Our next athlete spotlight is of a very hard worker who wants to do everything exactly right. He is not satisfied with doing things "well" instead he wants to do things great. And great things is what he does each time he trains at AGSP. We look forward to working with him throughout his athletic career as he becomes the amazing athlete he wants to be. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Jakob Madgar
Sport(s):
Football, Wrestling, Basketball, and Track and Field

Position(s):
Fullback, Outside Linebacker

School: Stow-Munroe Falls High School
Graduation Year:
2016

AGSP Athlete Since:
February 2012

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Browns
Favorite Professional Athlete: Josh Cribbs, Peyton Hills
Favorite Lift: Bench Press
Favorite Movement Skill:
Max Velocity

When I am not training at AGSP, I am: lifting on my own or going to practice another sport.

What are your short-term goals?
To be on the high school varsity team.


What are your long-term goals?
To go to college and maybe play football for Ohio State.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete?
It has worked parts of my body I have never worked with and improved my balance and control.


CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF JAKOB TRAINING AT AGSP!
(we've put them all into one video!)



Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

AGSP athletes help win on opening day

Hello Everyone!

The below is from Walsh Jesuit's Baseball Site. Congrats to Rory Ziegler and Joe Mockbee on helping the Warriors start the 2012 season with a win!

Ziegler, Nemer and Miletti lead Warriors to win on Opening Day
Marsinek and Brown pitch well in soggy opener

March 24, 2012 - CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO

The Walsh Jesuit baseball team earned its first win of the 2012 campaign yesterday in a hard fought victory 7-5 victory over visiting Medina Highland.

Leading the way was Junior RF Rory Ziegler with two hits, including a key two-out, two-RBI double in the first, while Senior Ohio Wesleyan recruit Drew Miletti provided a three hit day including a double of his own and an RBI. Also having a big day at the plate was Senior Rollins College recruit SS Anthony Nemer, chipping in two hits including a double and an RBI along with some sparkling defense. Also providing impactful offense was Sophomore Nate Romans with a deep double, and Junior Joe Mockbee who reached base in all four plate appearances, including two walks and a hit of his own.

Senior LHP Eastern Michigan recruit Michael Marsinek earned the victory on the mound and threw well, while Junior C/Closer Cassidy Brown came on and also threw well and earn the two-inning save.

With the win, the Warriors now stand at 1-0 on the year.

Training at AGSP in the off-season pays off in-season!

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Akron General Sports Performance

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Athlete Spotlight #37) Rory Ziegler

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Which ever college ends up with our next athlete spotlight will be a very lucky school! He has tremendous talent, skill, and the hard work ethic that will keep him constantly improving throughout his athletic career. Not to mention he has the character of a true team player and leader. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Rory James Ziegler
Sport(s):
Baseball

Position(s):
Outfield and Pitcher

School: Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year:
2013

AGSP Athlete Since:
August 2011

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Indians
Favorite Professional Athlete: Jacoby Ellsbury
Favorite Lift: Bulgarian Split Squat
Favorite Movement Skill:
Acceleration and Races

When I am not training at AGSP, I am: at school or on the field.

What are your short-term goals?
To hit multiple home-runs this season.


What are your long-term goals?
To be a Division One Athlete.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete?
It has made me faster; my 40-yard dash improved from a 4.89 to 4.67. I've also become more flexible


CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF RORY TRAINING AT AGSP!
(we've put them all into one video!)



BONUS VIDEO!!! RORY DUNKING!

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Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Coach Amanda on the Radio

Hello Everyone,

A quick clip of my interview this past Saturday on WAKR 1590AM. I was interviewed by Dr. Debbie Plate of the Akron General Good Health Radio Hour about the Sports Performance program. Did you get a chance to hear it?



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Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

Monday, March 19, 2012

SNEAK PEEK: Green Sports Performance Center

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Check out this SNEAK PEEK of Akron General Sports Performance's newest center in Green, Ohio!

Opening July 2012!

1940 Town Park Blvd, Uniontown, OH




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Akron General Sports Performance

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Athlete Spotlight #36) Noah Deucher

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Our next athlete spotlight is of an all-around athlete. He trains hard and studies the details of both lacrosse and speed. He knows what he wants and is willing to make the right choices towards his goals. He's a team player and is making substantial strength and speed gains. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Noah Deucher
Sport(s):
Lacrosse

Position(s):
Midfield

School: Stanton Middle School (Kent)
Graduation Year:
2017

AGSP Athlete Since:
January 2012

Favorite Professional Sports Team: The All American Lacrosse Team
Favorite Professional Athlete: Bret Hughes
Favorite Lift: Bench Press
Favorite Movement Skill:
Using the ladder

When I am not training at AGSP, I am: playing lacrosse, lounging, or doing extra curricular activities.

What are your short-term goals?
To do well in school and play high school lacrosse.


What are your long-term goals?
To be recruited for college lacrosse and to get a good college education.

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


CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF NOAH TRAINING AT AGSP!
(we've put them all into one video!)



Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance

Thursday, March 8, 2012

CLEVELAND BASKETBALL SCHOOL: a great local resource!

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At Akron General Sports Performance we want our athletes to take their game as far as they desire; whether it's making the high school team or getting a D1 scholarship. With that in mind, we need to share with our Basketball Athletes this great local resource, the CLEVELAND BASKETBALL SCHOOL.

See the news article below for more information.

***Don't miss Coach Amanda at Sunday March 18th's CBS session for a great combination of basketball skills AND speed!

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Akron General Sports Performance

NEWS RELEASE

Cleveland Basketball School

For immediate release: Sunday, February 12, 2012

Contact: Paul Haught, Founder/President. Cleveland Basketball School. 440-570-6861. E-mail: PaulH89431@aol.com. Website: www.clevelandbasketballschool.com.

From working with boys and girls from the neighborhood to teaching the Belize national team in Central America Paul Haught has taught them all.

Teaching young people the necessary skills to succeed in basketball and life is what Haught, owner of the Cleveland Basketball School, has a passion for.

Haught, a successful coach at the high school, college and AAU levels, began CBS six years ago with two students. Today that number has grown to over 1,500. Kids keep coming back because they learn the fundamentals of the game in a creative and fun atmosphere.

Haught and son Robbie, CBS’s head skills trainer, visited Belize where they shared their knowledge with four national teams in the 15-21 age groups. “We did our entire monthly session in five days at five different locations,” Haught said.

“Coach Paul and Robbie did a fantastic job with our kids while in Belize. One of my jobs is to improve skills throughout the country and what they did was incredible,” Said Bernie Tarr, Belize’s director of basketball, “The players are still taking about how intense, organized and challenging the drills were. They were amazed at Robbie’s ball-handling skills and how hard he worked with them.”

Haughts classes begin each month of the year. They consist of eight, two-hour sessions. “Sessions are designed to build character and respect on and off the court,” Says Haught. CBS teaches individual skills in an on-court setting. From ball handling to shooting to footwork, it is a hands-on approach.

“Coach Paul and Robbie’s enthusiasm was evident to our players, Said Kevin Siroki former Belize national team coach. “What sets CBS apart is they show players they care about their progress through personal attention.”

“With Coach Tarr’s urging we were the first such school to travel to Belize to teach basketball skills, Haught said. “We are going to Bolivia later this year.”

CBS welcomes boys and girls ages 10-18 (6-9 with coach approval). CBS also offers summer camps, small group ball-handling classes and both private and team lessons.

Growing as a basketball player means growing as a person. Haught believes that giving back is important. “At the end of each session we ask players to donate old basketballs, shoes and gear, Says Haught. “We shipped 148 of those items this month to aid the Hoop Dreams Belize project.”

Sessions are held at the Blossom Hill Basketball Facility, 4400 Oakes Road in Brecksville.

Friday, March 2, 2012

Athlete Spotlight #35) Mikayla Frye

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Our next athlete spotlight has been fun to watch train. She has really improved all her athletic skills; speed, strength, and power. She's consistent and willing to challenge herself. She brings a positive attitude each day and is truly becoming the best athlete she can be. It is time to meet...

Athlete Name: Mikayla Frye
Sport(s):
Volleyball and Bowling

Position(s):
Middle Hitter

School: Stow-Munroe Falls High School
Graduation Year:
2014

AGSP Athlete Since:
December 2011

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Favorite Professional Athlete: Troy Polamalu
Favorite Lift: Split Jerks
Favorite Movement Skill:
Max Velocity

When I am not training at AGSP, I am: at practices or matches for either or my sports.

What are your short-term goals?
To make varsity for the rest of my high school career.


What are your long-term goals?
Play college volleyball and bowl.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete?
It keeps me in shape, gives me a chance to run faster and jump higher. Along with making me an all-around stronger, more powerful person, both physically and mentally.


CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF MIKAYLA TRAINING AT AGSP!
(we've put them all into one video!)



Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance