Past Athlete Spot-lights

September 2008
Athlete Spot-light 
 
Rob Lombardo
Developmental 2 Athlete
Rob Lambardo

Velocity would like to recognize Rob Lombardo for an outstanding job training this summer and congratulate him for leading Somers football team to victory this past weekend. To read more about Rob and how Somers defeated Harrison, click the link below.
 
 
 
October 2008
Athlete Spot-light
 
 
Developmental 2 Athlete
Brendan McGlynn
Fordham Prep

Velocity would like to recognize Brendan for his individual success on the field both statistically and as a team leader at the quarterback position. Brendan currently has 55yds rushing and 284yds passing, making him the ultimate dual threat.



Developmental 2 Athlete
Kimberly Hanlon
White Plains HS

We would also like to recognize Kim for outstanding performance and consistent work through out the summer months while training. Velocity has just learned that through her dedication, she has averaged 2 goals per game and has just been promoted to the varsity soccer team at White Plains HS.


 
November 2008

 
Athlete Spot-light
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Developmental 1 Athlete
Jamie Stein
Ardsley Middle School
 
Jamie Stein is a 13 year old eighth grader at Ardsley Middle School.  Jamie plays golf, tennis, softball and has been skiing since she could walk.  For the last four years she has been a member of the Hunter Mountain Racing Team and has competed in Slalom and Giant Slalom in the Rip Van Winkle conference of the New York State Ski Racing Association.  This year, as an eighth grader, she wanted to compete on the varsity ski team run jointly by Ardsley High School and Solomon Schecter High School.  In order to be considered, she needed to pass a physical fitness test.  She was concerned about her ability to accomplish the required run and long jump because she is all of 80 pounds and 4 foot 10 tall.  After a few weeks at Velocity she passed the required tests and was asked to join the team.  Jamie intends to continue with her training at Velocity to build her core and to increase her agility which should translate to quicker edge change and faster finishes on the ski slopes this winter.
December 2008
Athlete Spot-light

Developmental 2 Athlete
Christine Hyland
The Ursuline School
 
 
Christine Hyland is a 9th grader at The Ursuline School, where she  participates and excels in the sport of  basketball. Through her dedication to excellence, this year she has the esteemed honor of being one of the youngest members of the Varsity A Basketball team. Her achievement is being recognized by Velocity because traditionally freshmen typically do not make the Varsity A team since these spots are customarily reserved for advanced players. Christine not only excels on the court, but her efforts shine through in the classroom by being considered a leader in her 9th grade class academically.
 
Before The Ursuline School she played for Our Lady of Sorrows and The Lady Knicks AAU travel team which competes from spring through late summer. Christine believes undoubtedly that Velocity has not only improved her quickness and strength on the court, but she is now able to compete with a higher level of confidence when she faces her opponents. She is a very dedicated athlete, and her diligence while training with us since June has without a doubt proven that hard work does in fact pay off!!
 
 January 2009
Athlete Spot-light
 
 
Developmental 2 Athlete
Jack Horan
Byram Hills High School
 
Jack arguably is one of our more dedicated athletes who has committed himself to his training on a consistent basis since September 2008. He is a dynamic athlete participating in multiple sports but most importantly his focus has shifted to LAX. As an aspiring young freshman many believe that he has the potential to compete on the varsity level. Through his commitment, he has improved his 40yd time by .2 seconds while adding 5.5 inches to his vertical jump. Jack's exploits continue off the field into a successful academic standing while being considered a leader among his classmates and regarded as a diligent and responsible student who demonstrates serious effort in his school work. Jack is beyond coachable, and is held in a high regard by our coaching staff because of his work-ethic. 
 
 
February 2009
Athlete Spot-light
Developmental 2 Athlete 
Jake Heller
Rye Country Day
 
Through careful and long consideration, Velocity Sports Performance is honoring Jake Heller as the February  spot-light athlete. At the young age of 15yrs, Jake has managed to land himself a spot as a two way starter (DE/FB) on the varsity football team along with being named a starter on last years LAX team. His effort and attention to detail while training at Velocity has allowed him to reduce his 40yd time by .15 seconds while additionally adding 10lbs. of muscle. His profound dedication is not just limited to the playing field and that is shown through his solid B+ average in school while still managing to volunteering 8hrs per week with the Harrison EMS. Jake is considered one of Velocity's most coachable athlete's and consistently serves as an example to others.
 
March 2009
Athlete Spot-light
   
Developmenal 1 Athlete
Rashan Gilmore
Longfellow Elementary School
 
 
Rashan Gilmore is in 6th grade and currently attends Longfellow Elementary School in Mount Vernon, NY. Rashan will be traveling to Kenya for 12 days under the Oprah Angel's Network program along with 12 additional 5th and 6th graders. They were selected for their academic and leadership ability. Rashan participates in the Mt.Vernon Little League and his position is short stop and pitcher, He is a 4x all-star and a member of the American League Travel team; he also plays football for the New Rochelle Pop Warner League. This past season he was co-captain of the team and played the position of running-back and defensive back. Rashan has been an active member of Velocity Sports Performance since December 2008. He stated that since joining Velocity he has become a much better, all-around athlete. 
 
 
April 2009
Athlete Spot-light
Spencer Repp 
 
Developmental 2 Athlete
Spencer Repp
Scarsdale High School 
 
Spencer Repp is a 15-year old Velocity Sports athlete and avid lacrosse player.  The past two summers, he played for the No Limit Ballers tournament travel team, which is made up primarily of players from the strong Westchester County John Jay and Yorktown programs.  Beginning in September 2008, Spencer dedicated himself to improving further his strength, speed and endurance as a D2 and then D1 program participant.  This spring he is the sole freshman on the varsity lacrosse team at Scarsdale High School.  He's playing midfield, doing face-offs and starting on extra man offense.
 
May 2009
Athlete Spot-light
 
 
Developmental 2 Athlete
Alaina Cipollone

Alaina has showed great dedication in training for this year's softball season.  She has been training consistently and gives 110% at every training session. Alaina improved her 40 yd dash by over 1/2 a second, improved her body composition drastically, and has improved her core strength significantly; her hard work ethics and dedication has paid off with dividends on the field.  Besides softball, Alaina has proved athleticism on multiple levels including being a team player, always having a ready-to-go attitude, and her modesty is exemplary. Alaina is a true role model to others around her striving to be better athletes. 
 
June 2009
Athlete Spot-light
 
 
Developmental 2 Athlete
Cohl Saunders

We are overwhelmed with excitement to announce that the athlete of the month is the hard working and dedicated Cohl Saunders. Through his consistent efforts of coming to Velocity three times a week, Cohl has made significant strides with increasing his overall speed and acceleration. Velocity coaches all agree that his tenacious attitude in the weightroom has added significant improvement on his benchpress and squat, which in turn has elevated him to new levels of strength. Cohl is a dedicated member of New Rochelle High's football team and he is particularly pleased with the intensity of the workouts. Keep up the good work Cohl!!

July 2009
Athlete Spot-light

Andrew
Developmental 2 Athlete
Andrew Gomez
 
We are extremely pleased to announce that the athlete of the month is the dedicated and hard working Andrew Gomez. Andrew is a Junior football player at Port Chester HS where he is considered one of the anchors of their defensive line. Through training at Velocity, Andrew credits his increase in overall explosiveness and speed to the countless hours of great coaching that Nnamdi, Hendrick and Chris have given him. Andrew is an exceptional student who aspires to one day play for the Nittany Lions of PSU, but until that day comes he has vowed to continue his diligence in the pursuit of excellence.