Episode 137: Scott Leech- Designing and Implementing Better Agility Drills Scott Leech is the Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning at the University of Rhode Island (URI), where he has been since 2020. Scott started there as an assistant and was promoted to Head Strength Coach in 2021, followed by a promotion to Associate AD in 2023. Prior to URI, he spent five years as an Assistant S&C Coach at Merrimack College. Scott is currently the NSCA Rhode Island State Director as well. He is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). https://thegridironwarrior.com/ Follow Scott on Instagram Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
I sat down with Killian Hamilton to talk about how he develops elite speed and skill. We cover his experience training NHL Conn Smythe winner Sam Bennett, how he structures weekly speed work, and his approach to programming and skill acquisition. Tons of takeaways here for coaches and athletes alike. https://www.instagram.com/killian.hamilton/ The Game Speed Blueprint is available on TrainHeroic! https://trainheroic.co/theblueprintweb
Matt McInnes Watson, or better known as “The Plyo Guy,” is a plyometric and dynamic training specialist. Matt is the owner of Plus Plyos, a coaching business that provides plyometric programs and education. https://www.instagram.com/mcinneswatson/ https://www.instagram.com/PLUSPLYOS/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Hunter Crine M.S, CE-P, RKC is a seasoned strength coach with a decade of experience coaching and presenting. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Penn State University and a Master's degree in Sports Science from Hofstra University. Since entering the industry, Hunter has had the privilege to work with athletes from Division One, to general population clients and youth athletes. https://www.instagram.com/hunter_crine/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
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Ryan Hopkins has spent the last 15 years of his life exploring everything fitness and weightlifting related and, with the launch of SoHo Strength Lab in 2013, transitioned into the gym ownership aspect of the fitness world. Ryan began his deep dive into health and fitness as an Athletic Training major at the University of Central Florida, but his most significant learning was done outside of the classroom. Ryan separates himself from many fitness professionals because of his exposure to and comprehension of a wide variety of training methods and modalities. Ryan is constantly educating himself, applying what he learns in his training to “experience the individualities and peculiarities of each approach for every situation and circumstance.” https://theperformanceparadigm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sslryan/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
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Sam Portland is a renowned Strength and Conditioning Coach and Team Sport Speed Specialist with over a decade of experience in the field of athletic performance. Known for his innovative approach and passion for speed training, Sam has made significant strides in enhancing the capabilities of athletes across various sports, including rugby, football, soccer, and field-based sports. Buy Sam’s Book! https://coachsportland.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/thesamportland/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Kyle Dobbs is the founder and Owner of Compound Performance. Kyle not only trains people, but he also works with trainers on business development, biomechanics, program design, and nutrition. https://www.compoundperformance.com/ Kyle on Instagram Kyle's Coaching App Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Mike is currently a Coach, Writer & Owner at Freak Strength and has been coaching for over 10 years. He has coached levels of athletes from NFL, MLB, NBA, MLL, MLS, WWE, Rugby League, Rugby Union and Olympic Gold medalists to pre-pubescent athletes. He has also consulted for high caliber athletes and coaches worldwide. He has worked with NBA Champs, 10+ NFL Super bowl Champs, 10+ All-Pro/Pro-bowl selections. Mike also is the host of one of my favorite podcasts, The Mike and Brooker Show. Follow Mike on Instagram https://freakstrengthgym.com/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Matt McInnes Watson, or better known as “The Plyo Guy,” is a plyometric and dynamic training specialist. Matt is the owner of Plus Plyos, a coaching business that provides plyometric programs and education. https://www.instagram.com/mcinneswatson/ https://www.instagram.com/PLUSPLYOS/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Lee Taft, known to most simply as “The Speed Guy”, is highly respected as one of the top athletic movement specialists in the world. He has spent much of this time teaching his multi-directional speed methods to top performance coaches and fitness professionals all over the world. Fundamental Movement Series Lee Taft On Instagram
Spencer Goggins is currently working with the Diving Program at NSW institute of Sport and the Cronulla Sharks U21’s program. Previously the lead S&C for the Western Force in Perth. Spencer’s areas of interest include systems theory, speed and agility coaching using constraints, and strength and power diagnostics. https://www.instagram.com/spenni__/ Spencer’s Speed System Blueprint Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Ryan Hopkins has spent the last 15 years of his life exploring everything fitness and weightlifting related and, with the launch of SoHo Strength Lab in 2013, transitioned into the gym ownership aspect of the fitness world. Ryan began his deep dive into health and fitness as an Athletic Training major at the University of Central Florida, but his most significant learning was done outside of the classroom. Ryan separates himself from many fitness professionals because of his exposure to and comprehension of a wide variety of training methods and modalities. Ryan is constantly educating himself, applying what he learns in his training to “experience the individualities and peculiarities of each approach for every situation and circumstance.” https://theperformanceparadigm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sslryan/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Justin Moore is a Performance Director and Coach at BOLT Fitness & Performance Training. Justin’s Instagram 2023 Boston Health and Performance Summit Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
João Mendes is a coach who helps injured athletes recover and get back to elite performance. João on Instagram Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Nate Melendez was named the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach of Webber International University in July of 2022. Melendez is responsible for overseeing the strength and conditioning programs for each of Webber's 23 varsity sports as well as its developmental teams. He previously oversaw the development and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for several NBA players during the off-season within the private sector. Prior to that, he was an Exercise Physiologist at the National Training Center located in Clermont, Florida. Nate's Instagram Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Nate Schafer, founder of 3D Athletes, is devoted to helping athletes maximize their athletic performance by utilizing the principles of three-dimensional training. Schafer, a foremost expert in tri-plane training, is a pioneer in athletic development as it applies to sport specific performance. Schafer utilized this experience and expertise to create 3D Athletes. Today, Schafer is sought out by professional athletes, major collegiate athletic programs, and high schools throughout the Midwest. Schafer has worked with Big Ten and GLIAC championship football teams, as well as multiple state championship high school programs. Schafer is also sought out to speak at coaching and strength and conditioning clinics about the fundamentals of three-dimensional training. 3D Athletes on Instagram 3D Athlete App Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Joshua Clay has been a trainer for 12 years and holds numerous certifications including a B.S. in Exercise Science. Working with everyone from D1 athletes at UCLA to people just starting out for the first time, his expertise lies in helping coaches and trainers improve and streamline their program design for Gen Pop. Consulting and working for companies like Tonal and Arena Labs, he’s been able to help design and establish systems that help companies scale and deliver a higher level of coaching to their customer base. He’s currently developing an online program design course for trainers and releasing a hypertrophy and flexibility e-book called ‘More Range. More Muscle.’ You can find him on instagram at @joshualeeclay https://wetrainmnm.com/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com
Ryan Hopkins has spent the last 15 years of his life exploring everything fitness and weightlifting related and, with the launch of SoHo Strength Lab in 2013, transitioned into the gym ownership aspect of the fitness world. Ryan began his deep dive into health and fitness as an Athletic Training major at the University of Central Florida, but his most significant learning was done outside of the classroom. Ryan separates himself from many fitness professionals because of his exposure to and comprehension of a wide variety of training methods and modalities. Ryan is constantly educating himself, applying what he learns in his training to “experience the individualities and peculiarities of each approach for every situation and circumstance.” https://theperformanceparadigm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sslryan/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com