MEET OUR TEAM
Coach Edwards
Founder
Director Athlete Development & Education
Meet Coach David Edwards: Your Partner in Building Champions
Coach David Edwards has dedicated over 20 years to coaching young athletes in basketball, track and field, and strength and conditioning. He's a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and holds Level 1 certifications in USA Weightlifting and Track and Field.
Coach Edwards goes beyond physical training. He focuses on injury prevention, skill development, and fostering a mindset of excellence that empowers young athletes to succeed on and off the field.
Through the Developing Young Athletes (DYA) Network, Coach Edwards provides parents, athletes, and coaches with a global platform for innovation and growth. The DYA Network offers groundbreaking programs, expert insights, and a supportive community.
Coach Edwards is passionate about helping young athletes reach their full potential. His dedication to safety, education, and inspiration extends to his family, with his daughters joining the ranks as coaches.
Partner with Coach Edwards
Coach Edwards isn't just building champions; he's shaping lives. Let his expertise and passion guide your young athlete towards achieving their dreams.
Coach Donald
Athlete Development
Specialist
Meet Coach Donald Scott: Your Guide to Reaching Your Potential
Coach Donald Scott brings a unique blend of athletic experience and enthusiasm to his training. A graduate of Adrian College's Exercise Science program, Coach Scott was a standout football player, earning 2nd team all-MIAA honors as a receiver.
Coach Donald isn't just about strength and conditioning. He's a certified Flexologist who believes in a holistic approach to fitness. Whether you're a student-athlete or looking to improve your overall health, Coach Donald focuses on helping you achieve your goals and live a happy, healthy life.
There's no age limit on reaching your full potential! Coach Donald thrives on motivating people of all ages and backgrounds to embrace fitness and unlock their potential.
Beyond the gym, Coach Donald enjoys staying active, unwinding with good TV shows, and spending time with his dog. He understands the importance of balance and making fitness a part of a fulfilling lifestyle.
Partner with Coach Donald
Let Coach Donald's passion and expertise guide you on your fitness journey. He's committed to helping you become the strong, healthy, and confident athlete you know you can be.
Coach El
Asst. Athlete Development
Specialist
Meet Coach El: A Passionate Leader Inspired by Family and Fueled by Fitness
Growing up immersed in the world of sports, thanks to her father, the founder of the DYA Network, she developed a deep passion for weight training, and playing sports.
Coach El thrived as a multi-sport athlete in high school. She tackled the court with her basketball skills, built endurance on the cross-country team, and followed in her father's footsteps by mastering the hurdles in track and field. Currently, she is a Senior, majoring in Exercise Science at Saginaw Valley University.
Coach El's natural leadership translated into coaching success. As an Assistant Coach for a middle school boys' track team, her dedication and coaching skills helped a student with no prior experience qualify for the Oakland County Middle School Track Meet – one of the country's most prominent middle school meets.
You can find Coach El honing her skills in the gym, often mastering Olympic lifts. Her dedication to personal growth and her love of training translate into a contagious enthusiasm for helping others reach their fitness goals.
Partner with Coach El
Coach El's family legacy, diverse athletic background, and her passion for sports, fitness, and connecting with people of all experience levels, will guide you toward achieving your personal best.
