Kansas State Speed & Performance Camp

Acceleration Speed & First Step Quickness

This session teaches athletes how to explode off the line and create first-step quickness. We break down each drill and learn how to generate powerful force, lean into the sprint, and control the drive phase with pro-level technique.

Key Focus Areas:

• First-step mechanics & drive phase

• 40 Yard Laser-Timed Test

• Horizontal force production drills

• Sprint start technique from multiple positions

What to Expect:
You will walk away with sharper reaction time, cleaner takeoffs, and more explosive speed from the first step — giving them a competitive edge from the start of every play.

Multi-Directional Speed & Quickness

Speed isn’t just about running in a straight line. This session is designed to unlock the agility, footwork, and control needed to cut, shuffle, and crossover with purpose.

Key Focus Areas:

• Lateral acceleration & shuffle mechanics

• Reactive change-of-direction drills

• Footwork & body control under pressure

What to Expect:
Your will move with greater balance, sharper control, and improved quickness in every direction — giving them the tools to defend, attack, and recover like a pro.

What Athletes Should Expect at the Elite Performance Combine

Individual Sprint Mechanics Assessment

Every athlete receives an individualized review of their running mechanics.

• Acceleration mechanics
• First three steps out of the start
• Forward projection and body positioning
• Shin angles and force application
• Front-side and backside mechanics
• Arm action and coordination
• Stride frequency and stride length, where measurable
• Maximum-velocity sprint mechanics
• Individual movement inefficiencies and coaching priorities

Technology-Based Performance Testing

• Countermovement jump testing
• Squat jump testing
• Reactive jump testng
• Broad jump test
• 40 yard sprint test 
• Maximum sprint speed (MPH)

 Individual Performance Report

1. Limited enrollment: Only 20 athletes.
2. Individual data: Every athlete receives their own recorded performance metrics.
3. A plan for improvement: Every athlete leaves with specific technical priorities and recommended next steps.

Practical Applications for In-Season / Off-Season Speed & Performance Training

Led by Joey Greany | MLB Strength & Performance Coach

A practical, educational experience designed to help coaches better understand the science and application of speed & performance development. Learn how to develop faster, stronger, and more explosive athletes through effective sprint mechanics, performance programming, testing, and training strategies that translate directly to sport.

What Coaches Should Expect

Understanding Speed Development

• Acceleration vs. maximum velocity: Understanding the differences and how to train each.

• Sport-specific speed demands: Why baseball, football, basketball, and other sports require different approaches.

• Developing the complete athlete: The relationship between strength, power, coordination, and speed.

Understanding the physical qualities that contribute to improved sprint performance.

Sprint Mechanics & Movement Efficiency

• Starting positions and initial acceleration.

• Understanding and coaching the first three steps.

• Posture, projection, ground contact, and shin angles.

• Arm action, rhythm, and coordination.

• Common mechanical mistakes in youth and developing athletes.

• Identifying movement limitations that may impact sprint performance.

In-Season vs. Off-Season Programming

• Understanding the differences between in-season and off-season training.

• Maintaining speed and power throughout a competitive season.

• Building foundational strength and explosive qualities in the off-season.

• Selecting appropriate sprint distances and training intensities.

• Resisted vs. unresisted sprinting.

• Managing sprint volume, intensity, and recovery.

• Integrating speed development into an already busy sports schedule.

Testing, Technology & Performance Metrics

• Selecting meaningful performance metrics.

• Understanding 10-yard splits, flying sprint times, and acceleration profiles.

• Using timing systems to measure and monitor progress.

• Interpreting testing results and identifying performance opportunities.

• Using objective data to make better programming decisions.

   
  Hands-On Coaching Experience - 60 MIN
   

  An interactive coaching session on the turf and in the weight room, allowing coaches to apply the concepts discussed during the classroom presentation.
  

Warm-Up & Sprint Preparation

• Dynamic warm-up and movement preparation.

• Sprint-specific mobility and activation.

• Preparing athletes for high-intensity movement.

Acceleration & Sprint Technique

• Starting positions and acceleration mechanics.

• Wall drills and positional progressions.

• First-three-step development.

• Resisted sprinting applications.

• Unresisted sprint progressions.

• Coaching posture, projection, and ground contact.

Strength, Power & Speed Integration

• Connecting weight-room development to on-field performance.

• Strength exercises that support sprint development.

• Developing explosive power and force production.

• Integrating strength and speed work into a training week.

• Practical applications for in-season and off-season athletes.

Testing & Coaching Applications

• Timing-system setup and testing demonstrations.

• Sprint assessment protocols.

• Video analysis and mechanical feedback.

• Identifying and correcting common sprinting errors.

• Using performance data to individualize training.

Additional Coach Takeaways

• Every participating coach will receive resources to help implement the information within their own programs.

• Key concepts, coaching cues, and training applications.

  Sample Sprint-Development Session

  A practical session coaches can adapt for their athletes.

  Sprint Assessment Checklist

  Key mechanical positions and movement qualities to evaluate.

  Suggested Testing Protocols

  Performance testing ideas and recommended metrics.