Athletic Mentors is delighted to introduce one of the newest members of its coaching cadre, Joey Chester. The college running back and Plainwell alumni has been a competitive athlete his entire life. While at Defiance College, Joey was an integral part of the school’s football program. His moves on the field led him to become the third leading scorer going into his senior year, averaging 4.3 yards per carry. Off the field, he was a member of the Sports Business Association and received a degree in Wellness and Corporate Fitness. Joey began his career at Athletic Mentors as an intern during the summer of 2013. He has since become a familiar face among the athletes, staying on after graduation in May
Winter is the time to strengthen your weakness and for most triathletes that means focus on the swim. Don’t miss out on our winter swim classes starting next week! We have sessions for everyone, from the newest swimmer to the competitive Triathlete. If you can’t swim one length of the pool, we’ll get you there. If you can swim a good distance, but just want to get faster, we’ll improve your technique and your performance. For more information, check the links below. Classes start next week! Beginner Swim Class Intermediate / Advanced Swim Class
Hat’s off to our own hockey program alumni, Chad McDonald, who’s now a Sophomore Forward with Ferris State University. Chad was nominated as the WCHA Offensive Player of the Week this week. He had two goals, a team-high five total shots and a +1 rating during ninth-ranked Ferris State’s season-opening, 4-3 win over #8 Michigan before a sellout crowd at the Ewigleben Ice Arena. The sophomore from Battle Creek, Mich. scored the game-winner with a short-handed tally in the second period. His opening goal came just 1:03 into the contest as the Bulldogs jumped out to a quick, 2-0 lead. Way to do us proud, Chad! Read more standings, schedules or watch live games at the WCHA site. Do you
Joe Cekola credits his trials in life for his unstoppable performance in the face of adversity. The 52-year-old transformed from a casual runner into a competitive ‘Ironman’ despite what some would call a lifelong handicap and a broken clavicle from a crash just eight weeks prior to Ironman Wisconscin. Joe learned the importance of his father’s advice the hard way. At 7 years old, he lost his left hand grinding sausage at a family pizza joint. His dad told him to use the safety plunger, but in his youthful impatience, Joe decided he didn’t need any safety equipment. While some would call it a handicap, having one hand is simply a shadow in Joe’s life. It’s not an obstacle, it
Toni Daniels: Not only finished her first Ironman in Louisville, but she did it with a PR in her swim of 1:05! This is an amazing swim! Not only did they become Ironmen and Ironwoman this week, but they did it with some extraordinary results! Check out their accomplishiments: Congratulations Toni, Max and Alex! You make us proud! Alex Vanias: Finished his first full Iron at Michigan Titanium. His bike average for 112 miles was 27.5 mph!!!!! WOW! Max Wittenburg: Max is not only an Ironman, but this was his first Triathlon ever!!! No baby steps for this guy! Amazing job Max
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Athletic Mentors’ Youth Development Team Seeks Young Cyclists
As the cycling season draws to a close, as races begin to dwindle in number, many young cyclists who have now gotten a taste for racing, and maybe a win or two, start looking towards 2015. There’s no better time than the autumn to start thinking about next year’s racing and how to best train and develop one’s talent with an established, successful team and coaches like those offered by Athletic Mentors and Team OAM NOW. The development program offers guidance within the sport: mentorship, race support, training advice, strategy, technical advice, among other things. “We have the breadth and depth of experience, across all parts of athletic development, to make us one of the best in the business. Not
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