Competitive Edge

Simple Nutrition Tips For Athletes

2012-02-08T18:28:00.000-08:00

Nutritionists love to talk about grams of this, percent calories of that…try telling a 18 year old running back that he needs to eat 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight. It doesn’t work. It isn’t tangible enough for them. So they’ll end up saying ‘okay' and go home and continuing doing what they always do. Fortunately breaking the nutrition barrier with athletes isn’t that tough if you give them specific actions and things to do. Here are 3 simple and actionable things athletes can do.

Have something right after exercise – A sports drink is good. A sports drink with a little protein is a little better. This is the highest impact single thing they can do. Fortunately sports drinks are easier to find than water in some places so no one should have trouble doing this. Getting in liquid nutrition right away will

Eat Breakfast that contains protein – Many young athletes skip breakfast and then when they do have breakfast, they’ll opt for a bagel or cereals – both less than idea. Have your athletes 1. Eat breakfast and 2. Make sure it has some protein. This will improve the quality of what they are eating (eggs, greek yogurt, etc).

Eat a fruit or vegetable at every meal - If you look at the top 5 sources of calories in the American diet, vegetables are non-existent. Have your athletes commit to eating a fruit or vegetable at every meal. It is a very simple thing for them to do and it will make a big difference in the quality of their diets.

Have you athletes do all three or just get them to do one for a week and then add one more. Simple actionable changes that they can stick to will make a difference and improve their performance.

content originally from http://www.athletesacceleration.com/simple-nutrition-coaching-for-your-players/

Know what the number 1 new year's resolution is?

2012-01-17T15:31:00.000-08:00

You got it....lose weight!

The fact that this is perennially among the most popular resolutions suggests just how difficult it is to commit to. But you can succeed if you don’t expect overnight success. "You want results yesterday, and desperation mode kicks in," says Pam Peeke, MD, author of Body for Life for Women. "Beware of the valley of quickie cures."

Also, plan for bumps in the road. Use a food journal to keep track of what you eat and have a support system in place. "Around week four to six...people become excuse mills," Dr. Peeke says. "That’s why it’s important to have someone there on a regular basis to get you through those rough times."

Original article posted here

Free Massages at The Edge.

2012-01-05T17:00:00.000-08:00

MASSAGE THERAPIST

FREE 10 MINUTE MASSAGE

Coming to Competitive Edge

TUESDAY JANUARY 10, 2012

4pm - 7pm

Come relieve your tired aching mussels and get a taste of what is to come.

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Join us this Saturday from 11 to 1:30pm. Bring your kiddos and a camera cuz Santa's coming to visit Competitive Edge. We will also be collecting clothing for St. Francis House of Puyallup. Many families need a little extra help this Christmas, won't you donate your gently used clothing to help a family in need? Clean out your closets and bring it in to us on Saturday and Santa will deliver it to St. Francis house for you.

Competitive Edge has served athletes and their families in the Puyallup and surrounding areas for over 8 years.

We are not just for athletes anymore...

Come on in and see what we are all about!

Holiday Hustle 5K Race

2011-12-06T17:09:00.000-08:00

Join CrossFit Puyallup on Saturday Dec 10th, 2011 at 9:30am for a 5K race. More info at http://www.crossfitpuyallup.net

Zumba Party at Competitive Edge this Saturday!

2011-09-22T18:08:00.000-07:00

Saturday Sept 24th from 7- 8:30 pm.

Come dance and party to the electrifying music of ZUMBA mixed with club music!

There will be a DJ with a fun club atmosphere and ZUMBA gear.

Cost is $5 for Edge Members...$10 for Non Edge Members

That includes ZUMBA!!!!

($18 monthly membership with one year commitment required)

R.I.P.P.E.D. is coming to The Edge!

2011-09-06T18:09:00.000-07:00

R.I.P.P.E.D. fitness is coming to Competitive Edge in October.

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The R.I.P.P.E.D. story

R.I.P.P.E.D. – The One Stop Body Shock™ is a "Plateau Proof Fitness Formula" that helps you to create continuity, consistency and challenge in each and every R.I.P.P.E.D. class. It is Plateau Proof, because each component of the workout provides a uniquely different emphasis or system response, so your body never gets accustomed to the constantly changing format. Thus, regular R.I.P.P.E.D. participants achieve undeniable, ultimate results in minimal time, boasting 750-1000 calories burned in just 50 minutes.

This total body, high intensity style program, utilizing free weights, resistance and body weight, masterfully combines the components of R.I.P.P.E.D.--- Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics and Endurance as the workout portion along with Diet suggestions to help you attain and maintain your physique in ways that are fun, safe, doable and extremely effective. The deliberate combination of the R.I.P.P.E.D. elements and how they are precisely organized in the R.I.P.P.E.D. class format provide the basis for the One Stop Body Shock System, by stimulating both, different energy systems and muscles in each workout segment, changing the focus and activities every 6 to 9 minutes. Along with driving, motivating music, participants jam through R.I.P.P.E.D. with smiles, determination and strength. No boredom here, for all levels, R.I.P.P.E.D. is effective, it’s tough yet doable; R.I.P.P.E.D. will absolutely challenge your levels of fitness and endurance!

Competitive Edge Athlete Earns Two Bronze Medals

2011-08-18T17:36:00.000-07:00

One of the best Special Olympics athletes in the history of the Puyallup Vikings made her mark at the World Games in Greece.

Mallory Smith, who is 23 years old, earned two bronze medals in the 5K and 10K cycling events in early July in Greece. Vikings Special Olympics coach Anne Carpenter, who has coached Smith for the past seven years, wasn’t surprised to see Smith thrive on the grand stage.

“Mallory is good at any sport she does. She plays basketball, bowling, cycling and golf. She is just an amazing athlete,” Carpenter said. “You can put anything in front of her and she works hard to achieve her goal. She just has a pizazz about her and is so bubbly. Everybody just loves her.”

Carpenter said Smith put the time in preparation for the opportunity to compete in Greece on the United States team. Close to 400 Special Olympics athletes from the United States competed at the World Games, including nine athletes from Washington.

“Mallory put her whole heart into it. She started training in March for it,” Carpenter said. “She trained seven days a week to get ready for the bike ride.”

Mallory Smith said she was ready for the challenge of competing in the World Games.

“It was good. It was hard. I pedaled as hard as I could to go fast as I could,” Mallory Smith said.

Mallory’s father Jim, who was in attendance at the World Games, was beaming with pride to see his daughter earned two third-place finishes.

“I was so impressed. You’re talking about a world level competition and for anybody to even make it that level is impressive,” Jim Smith said. “There were 7,000 other athletes from all over the world and for her to do what she did is just unbelievable.”

Smith credited Carpenter for being a steadying influence on his daughter over the past seven years.

“Anne is a special person who has helped Mallory tremendously. She has the patience to work with kids with many different kinds of disabilities. Anne is gifted,” Jim Smith said. “She knows how to say the right things to convince athletes to open up and do things to achieve what they’re talents are. Anne doesn’t get paid for this. Anne really is a special person.”

It has been a banner year for the Smith family in 2011. This past march Mallory Smith had an opportunity to do something very few people have the opportunity to partake in this past March.

“Mallory went to Capitol Hill in Washington DC and spoke in front of senators and congressman lobbying for funding for Special Olympics,” Jim Smith said. “I was just in awe seeing her up on the podium. She wanted to let them know how important it is to support Special Olympics. It was a special moment.”

Carpenter couldn’t agree more with Smith.

“Mallory spoke in front of 100 people. She did everything perfectly and was prepared for that moment,” Carpenter said. “I have always been proud of her.”

Edge Youth Tackle Football Camp 2011 Slideshow

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2011 Summer Hours and Summer Class Schedules

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Summer Hours Start July 1st!

Monday - Friday 5am-9pm

Saturday - 8am-3pm

Sunday - 12pm-5pm

Check our website for new class schedules GotTheEdge.com

Yes, we are excited for these great kids!

2011-05-24T13:05:00.000-07:00

We've preached to you how you need to get into Competitive Edge if you want to take your game to the next level....here are three awesome kids that are doing just that. FoxSports.com just did a national story on

Josh Garnett, Zach Banner and Walker Williams,

three All American high school football players that all work out at The Edge! You can read the story here.

We are very excited for these hard working athletes! Josh, Zach and Walker....You Got The Edge!! Your hard work and determination will pay off!

Did You Know...

2011-04-12T16:17:00.000-07:00

Specials This Month!

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Here's your chance to get some help with those new year resolutions!

We are now offering thru Feb 28th

3 Personal Training sessions for $99!!!

Buy one membership and get the second enrollment free

on our month to month memberships!

2011 Football Camps & Clinics

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You can register online at GotTheEdge.com

It's January!

2011-01-14T12:09:00.000-08:00

In January, people tend to hit the gym. Hard. Motivation is high at this point. Optimism is also high. The programs and plans that people take on are usually not sustainable and soreness, lack of progress and loss of motivation result in missed workout days and finally abandoning the effort all together. Mis-training refers to the people that are motivated and excited to really change this year and they are determined to do it with the latest gimmick, program or trend. Think of the infomercial "stuff" that you see on TV at all hours. Trying to look like the models using the latest Ab gadget isn't going to happen by using that gadget! The good news is that the basics work. Always. All you need to do is to challenge your body in ways that it isn't used to so that it has to adapt (by getting stronger and fitter).

Your habits are with you for a life time. Making changes and developing new behaviors takes time. If you love cake and are told you can NEVER have cake again, you will fail. If you have never exercised and you try to exercise 6 days a week for 60 minutes.... you are going to fail. Our bodies want us to survive and will drive us back to what is "comfortable" as a defense. The good news is that small, easy changes over time can make a HUGE difference in your health, your fitness and your body. You have to give yourself room to fail (without being a failure)..... because we are all human.

January is here and now is the time to leave your excuses in 2010. Talk to us today for your fitness needs. Get scheduled for a free consultation and find out how we can help. 253.840.8581

Santa is Coming To Competitive Edge on Saturday.

2010-12-15T10:35:00.000-08:00

Join us this Saturday from 11 to 1pm. Bring your kiddos and a camera cuz

Santa's coming to visit Competitive Edge. We will also be collecting clothing for St. Francis House of Puyallup. Many families need a little extra help this Christmas, won't you donate your gently used clothing to help a family in need? Clean out your closets and bring it in to us on Saturday and Santa will deliver it to St. Francis house for you.

Competitive Edge has served athletes and their families in Puyallup for over 7 years, this past year we opened our fitness gym at the South Hill Mall.

We are not just for athletes anymore...

Come on in and see what we are all about!

Refer A Friend To The Edge and Earn A Chance To Win Prizes

2010-12-01T14:47:00.000-08:00

Refer a Friend and Get A Chance to Win Prizes!
We are playing Santa and we have some awesome gifts in our pack.
Ready to give.... just in time for the Holiday Season.

Send a friend in for a tour of Competitive Edge, if they join, your name will be entered into a drawing to win these prizes. The more friends you refer the more chances you have to win!

1st Prize - A Nintendo Wii 25th Anniversary Addition with Wii Sports
and Super Mario Bros games valued at $200

2nd Prize - 1 hour Family Portrait Session with S. Beals Photography
plus 20 digitally edited photos on a CD (rights included) valued at $ 175

3rd Prize - DICKS Sporting Goods Gift Card value $50

Contest ends January 12th. Winners will be announced January 13, 2011.

The Perfect Gift For The Person That Has Everything

2010-11-23T15:23:00.000-08:00

Got someone on your list that has everything? Don't know what to give them...we have an answer for you. Give the gift of HEALTH this Christmas. Choose from a membership to personal training or anything in between! We know they will thank you for it later!

Emerald City Smoothie in Our Lobby!

2010-11-10T17:55:00.000-08:00

We have now opened Emerald City Smoothie in our lobby...come on in and try one today! When it comes to smoothies, meal alternatives and nutritional supplements, Emerald City Smoothie stands for everything that is fresh, healthy, nourishing and flavorful. ***Through cutting edge nutrition, superior quality andcaring service, we are committed to enhancing the everyday lives of our customers---body, mind and spirit.

Competitive Edge is now the home of Puget Sound Volleyball.

2010-11-01T13:34:00.000-07:00

The snap court has been installed and the facility looks incredible. This surface is multipurpose and is excellent for any kind of training. We are excited to partner with Puget Sound Volleyball, together we will offer a complete training program that includes volleyball skills training, speed and agility, weight training, jump and strength conditioning specifically designed for the volleyball athlete.

For more info on Puget Sound Volleyball Academy go to http://www.psvba.org.

Good Luck To All Our Football Athletes

2010-09-09T13:34:00.000-07:00

From the our little guys to the pros, get out there and show em' what all the off season training at The Edge did for you!

This Saturday Our Parking Lot Is The Place To Be!

2010-07-28T17:48:00.001-07:00

Our Saturday morning ZUMBA class has been rescheduled to 11am in our parking lot!

Get your groove on with our ZUMBA ladies, it's FREE JOIN US!!!

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If the rainy day doldrums get you down, you can always try something fast and furious for your fitness. Racquetball is one of the fastest sports to play in the world. If you want to get a good workout and sweat, you want to play racquetball! You can burn anywhere from 500 to 700 calories an hour playing the game. The benefits of that are tremendous. You're using the vast majority of your muscles when you play. That's why you burn so many calories.

It's a sport the whole family can play, boys, girls, all different ages, and all different skill levels. All different fitness levels, you don't have to be a super athlete to play and enjoy racquetball.

The excitement of the sport is what attracts many to playing. It's the speed of the game that's exciting. You get to the ball, you crack it against the wall, it makes that sound and you’re hooked.
Competitive Edge is bringing the sound and excitement of racquetball back to South Hill Puyallup. On July 17th they are hosting a racquetball “shoot out” with some of the biggest names in the game coming to participate, like Jeff Stark with accolades such as national champion, member of the USA national team and Washington state champ several times over. For an entry form stop in our new South Hill Mall location at 3601 9th St. SW Puyallup, WA 98373.

Racquetball "Shoot Out" Coming To The Edge July 17th

2010-06-23T17:04:00.000-07:00

Womens Racquetball

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Beth Neff is hosting a Play Day on Saturday, June 26th from 10am-3pm in Puyallup at COMPETITIVE EDGE-The Old Ballys by the mall. RSVP to Beth Neff at: teamneff@yahoo.com. For those of you that have not attended one, they are a great way to meet other women players of different levels of play in a very relaxed setting. There is no cost to play, we encourage donations of $5-$10 to WPRO fundraising, but we do not accept donations from first timers.We generally have extra racquets to lend out so bring a friend and a snack to share! If you know you can be there please contact the event host.

Client Testimonial

2010-06-04T15:24:00.001-07:00

I enjoy working out at The Edge because the trainers are very friendly and motivating. I am getting great results and it's all thanks to Mason, my personal trainer!

Kaycie

A Tour Of Our New South Hill Mall Facility

2010-05-20T16:47:00.001-07:00

Welcome to Competitive Edge where you are always greeted by friendly staff.
After a workout there is plenty of space to cool down or visit with other members.

From the lobby enter into our workout zones through our running man gate.

Front weight room, spacious and plenty of room to spread out. Notice the glass racquetball court in the background. We also have cardio equipment in the wings of this main room.

The Competitive Edge Athlete Gallery. We train many of the area's local athletes... Jr. high, high school and college, we've got them all...even a few pros.

Youth weight/private training room.

Yes, and we have a full size gym. Here we set up volleyball courts and we offer open gym basketball times. You can see our new snack bar area where we will have smoothies and other snacks for members and event guests. Up above is the new observation deck, a cool place to gather to do homework or chat with friends.

Last, but certainly not least, is our big open court area, where we have baseball training, team training and camps. Come in to Competitive Edge today for your own personal tour. Our memberships start at just $18 per month. But hurry that won't last for long!

Did you know you can have your Zumba and Workout too?

2010-05-05T18:34:00.000-07:00

That's right! At the Competitive Edge's South Hill Mall location you can have Zumba

and become a club member for $18 per month!

It's for a limited time only, so hurry. Zumba at Competitive Edge offers plenty of room to dance,

disco lights and fun, funky music...

JOIN THE PARTY TODAY!

We are now open at our South Hill Mall location!

2010-04-22T23:38:00.000-07:00

Stop in for a tour of our newest location at Puyallup's South Hill Mall. We are open for business! We'll walk you through the whole building...its 70,000 square feet so make sure you wear your walking shoes! We offer the best Zumba in Pierce County by The Zumba Maniacs and "hot yoga" in a new state of the art yoga room. The building may be big but our staff is still as friendly as they've ever been and they are willing to help you with your workout questions or concerns. Memberships start at just $18 per month! Call 253-845-0490 for more info.

2nd Location to Open Soon!

2010-02-25T10:54:00.000-08:00

Competitive Edge Performance Training, LLC is proud to announce the opening of the new EDGE at South Hill Mall on April 1, 2010. The Edge at South Hill Mall is located at 3601 9th Ave. SW, on the north side of the South Hill Mall development.
Sure to contend as one of Puyallup’s premier fitness and team training facilities, the 70,000-square foot flagship gym features a smoothie bar, snack shack, massage therapy and hot yoga. The facility also boasts basketball, tennis, volleyball and racquetball courts, plus a 20,000 square foot team training venue. This is Competitive Edge’s second location. The original Competitive Edge, located at 16719 110th Ave. E., remains open and will continue to provide excellent service for members.
“We could not be more thrilled to welcome guests to our brand new location at the South Hill Mall,” said Joe Albers, owner/operator. “Our new location, complete with full size gym, racquetball and tennis courts, will be sure to deliver members an experience that will be a winner!”
For more than 7 years, Competitive Edge has offered its young members personalized training in a family atmosphere. The Edge at South Hill Mall will also cater to adults and their fitness needs. At this location they will offer personal training for adults as well as young athletes – with many additional classes, such as zumba, spin and yoga. In addition to classes, The Edge offers unmatched training in many sports from its renowned high school football combine, to its baseball and volleyball training featuring top northwest coaches.
For more information or to become a member, please call 253-840-8581 or visit our website at http://www.GotTheEdge.com.

Ryan Barrett signs with Washington State.

2009-11-20T13:52:00.000-08:00

You may have noticed him in the gym alot lately, he has been working hard with our trainers to prepare for this transition. Ryan is a quartermiler and he has signed a Financial Aid agreement to attend and compete for Washington State starting in the spring of 2010. This was announced Thursday by cougar head track & field coach Rick Sloan.

Barrett is completing his AA degree at Clark College in Vancouver. He was coached at Clark by former cougar all american John Cassleman. Barrett won a total of seven All- American honors during his two seasons and was named the teams MVP twice. He plans to major in construction management at WSU.

Ryan's got the edge and we wish him all the best!

The new facility at the South Hill Mall is open for training!

2009-10-16T11:09:00.000-07:00

The new Edge facility at the South Hill Mall (the old Ballys) is mostly under renovation, but the gym and the tennis courts are available for training! We are so excited about this wonderful opportunity. Competitive Edge will now be offering a complete workout facility for families! While the kids are training or having a lesson, parents will be able to work out too. Please call 253-840-8581 for team reservations or more info.

Below is a picture from a volleyball clinic at the new gym.

We are pleased to offer both locations to our clients!

Wednesday Early Release Programs

2009-08-25T18:44:00.000-07:00

We will be offering our Wednesday Early Release Programs once again this year to Brouillet, Carson, Pope, Edgerton, Woodland and Shaw Road Elementary Schools. These programs focus on developing physically active habits in the life of your child. The first hour consists of conditioning, agility training, coordination and nutritional habits. The second hour will be a PE style curriculum that emphasizes fun, teamwork, sportsmanship and discipline. This year we are offering a Stranger Danger class at Fruitland Elementary School for our Wednesday Early Release Program. Stranger Danger teaches children 5 rules of protecting themselves from a stranger. These rules and techniques will be practiced over and over until the child successfully accomplishes all 5 rules and escapes from their trainer. Give your kids the tools they need to stay safe. Enroll them in this class today!

Call Competitive Edge to register for any of our Wednesday Early Release Programs 253-840-8581.

The Life of a College Football Player

2009-08-03T14:59:00.000-07:00

Here is a little insight into the world of college football, this is a blogpost from a sports writer of the Idaho State Journal.
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Let’s play football
July 31st, 2009

By Kelvin Ang

Well, Idaho State football fans, your wait is nearly over. It’s about that time of year again, when the Bengals get back on the field for preseason camp.

Idaho State SID Frank Mercogliano was kind enough to provide us with a
blow-by-blow schedule of what the Bengals will go through in the next month, and let me tell you, it will scare you.
Players officially check in for physicals on Wednesday, and the first practice is at 4 p.m. Thursday. They go to two-a-days every other day beginning Tuesday, Aug. 11.

The first scrimmage is 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, and the second is at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 22. The mock game is at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29, and then school starts the week after that.

But back to my point about what the players are looking at for the next month of their lives. This is what a pretty typical day in the schedule looks like:

7 a.m.: Wake up
7:15 a.m.: Staff meeting
7:30 a.m.: Breakfast
8:50 a.m.: Pre-practice
9 a.m.: Practice
11:30 a.m.: Lunch
1:30 – 2 p.m.: Special teams meetings
2 p.m.: Offense/Defense unit meetings
2:15- 3:15 p.m.: Position meetings
3:50 p.m.: Pre-practice
4 p.m.: Practice
6:30 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m.: Special teams meeting
7:45 p.m.: Team meeting
8 p.m.: Offense/Defense unit meeting
8:15 p.m.: Position meeting
9:30 p.m.: Staff meeting
10:30 p.m.: Bed check

Tell me, does that not intimidate you? Do you see a time slot in there for the movies or TV? Football isn’t a full-time job for these players. It’s pretty much full-time life.

Scenes from Day 2 of the Youth Tackle Football Camp

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Scenes from the 1st Day of Youth Tackle Football Camp in Puyallup, WA

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Padded Youth Tackle Football Camp July 7-10, 2009

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It is not too late sign up for Pierce County's only padded youth tackle football camp! This is a camp that provides football instruction designed to provide both skill development and performance/speed training that relates directly to football.

Directed by Eric Kurle, head football coach at Graham Kapowsin High School.

Speed, strength and agility training from Nationally Certified Specialist Brian Petersen and Competitive Edge Staff.

Each position will be instructed by high school coaches and. numerous college student athletes from the University of Washington, University of Oregon, Washington State, Idaho State, Eastern Washington and PLU.

Local high school players will also assist with drills.

24 Hours of professional football instruction for one low price. Lunch is provided.

Don't miss out sign up today! You may download the registration form at our website or call 253-840-8581 for more info.

2009 Combine Pictures

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The weather was great and the players got their chance to show off their skills to college coaches. Below are more some pictures and stats.

Top 40-yard dash times:
WR Cameron McKernan – Kentridge HS - 5’-11 - 184 – 4.43 (2011)
RB Teddy Cotton – Lakes HS – 5’-10 – 175 - 4.52 (2010)
LB Dwan Edwards – Spanaway Lake HS – 6’-0 – 198 - 4.52 (2010)
WR Dytrez Sterling - ?? – 5’-11 – 168 - 4.52 (2010)
RB Alec McKenzie – Kentridge HS – 5’-5 – 159 - 4.53 (2012)
WR Frank Cange – Lindbergh HS – 5’-8 – 170 - 4.58 (2010)
WR Lemar Durant – Centenniel (BC) HS – 6’-2 – 205 - 4.58 (2010)
WR/DB Stefan Lyons – Puyallup HS – 5’-11 – 165 - 4.6 (2011)
WR Diondre Toms – Lindbergh HS – 6’-0 – 160 - 4.6 (2011)
DB Bennet Bontemps – Rogers HS – 6’-0 - 185 - 4.6 (2010)

Top I-Test times:
DL Christian Doucett – Penninsula HS – 6’-0 – 199 - 4.2 (2010)
WR Greg Logan – Graham Kapowsin HS – 5’-9 – 165 - 4.22 (2010)
DB Alan Dicks – WJ Mount Secondary HS – 5’-10 – 170 - 4.23 (2011)
WR Lemar Durant - Centenniel (BC) HS – 6’-2 – 205 - 4.24 (2010)
DB Bennet Bontemps – Rogers HS – 6’-0 – 185 - 4.26 (2010)
RB Anthony Meray – Bethel HS – 5’-7 – 186 - 4.3 (2010)
DB Devin Bales – Graham Kapowsin HS – 5’-11 – 168 - 4.32 (2010)
RB/DB Bakari Davis – Lindbergh HS – 5’-8 – 165 - 4.32 (2011)
WR Cameron McKerrnan – Kentridge HS – 5’-11 - 184 – 4.32 (2011)

Top Bench press numbers @ 185:
DL Chris Edison – Curtis HS – 6’-0 – 265 - 30 reps (2010)
DL Dalton Clough – Rogers HS – 6’-1 - 254 - 27 reps (2010)
OL Alex Martin – Monroe HS – 5’-10 – 284 - 27 reps (2010)
LB Jordan Patterson – Lakes HS – 6’-1 – 225 - 26 reps (2010)
OL Mike Holzberger – Kentlake HS – 6’-5 – 268 - 25 reps (2010)
OL Berny Zaremba – Bonney Lake HS – 6’-3 – 246 - 25 reps (2010)
DL Evan Day – Skyline HS – 6’-2 – 246 - 24 reps (2010)
OL Jared Hansen – Curtis HS – 6’-4 – 297 - 24 reps (2010)
LB Alex Kasen – Liberty HS – 5’-10 – 214 - 24 reps (2010)

Top Broad Jump numbers:
WR Cameron McKerrnan – Kentridge HS – 5’-11 - 184 – 10’-5 (2011)
RB Teddy Cotton – Lakes HS – 5’-10 – 175 - 4.52 - 10’-3 (2010)
WR Frank Cange – Lindbergh HS – 5’-8 – 170 - 10’-1 (2010)
RB Nehemie Kankolongo – Centennial (BC) HS – 6’-0 – 200 - 9’-9 (2010)
RB Stephon Vaifale – Mt. Ranier HS – 5’-9 – 176 - 9’-7 (2012)
RB Deven McKinney – Spanaway Lake HS – 5’-11 – 187 - 9’-7 (2011)
DL Dalton Clough – Rogers HS – 6’-1 - 254 - 9’-6 (2010)
DB Tyler Spice – Olympia HS – 6’-0 – 170 - 9’-5 (2011)
DL Griffen Boudha – Olympia HS – 6’-1 – 200 - 9’-5 (2011)

Make sure you check back for next years Competitive Edge High School Football Combine date!

Walkups Welcome!

2009-05-29T08:40:00.000-07:00

The Competitive Edge High School Football Combine sponsored by Comcast is this Sunday! This event will be featured "on demand".

It is not too late to register and walkups are welcome.

Walk up registration begins at 7am and runs through 8:30am.

Sunset Chevrolet Stadium in Sumner is located at 1707 Main Street

Sumner, Washington 98390.

For directions and more information visit our website here.

Players...you won't want to miss it!

Competitive Edge High School Football Combine Sponsored By Comcast May 31,2009

2009-05-22T11:13:00.000-07:00

It's not too late to register for the 6th Annual Competitive Edge High School Football Combine! This years event will be shown "on demand" by Comcast. You may print out your registration forms here. Players this is your chance to show college coaches your skills. To watch a video of last years combine click here. Above are the examples of the apparel available to purchase.

For more information call 253-840-8581 or email joe@gottheedge.com.

ZUMBA,ZUMBA,ZUMBA at The EDGE

2009-05-12T21:36:00.001-07:00

You might say, what is Zumba?
It must be something BIG, because this last Tuesday night well over 100 women were doing it at Competitive Edge.

Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries.

Front half of the gym.

To say that Zumba is a success at Competitive Edge is an understatement, as you can see by the pictures, we could only fit half of the class in each snapshot. The music is loud and infectious and the participants hoot and hollar throughout the whole routine. They really are having fun.

Back half of the gym.

Kristyn Dahl and Mandy Huetten are the energetic instructors and the reason these classes are so popular. You may view the Zumba class schedule on the Zumbamaniacs website.

Winner, winner, chicken dinner!

2009-05-11T17:02:00.000-07:00

The winner of our 1 month membership giveaway is Kelli Thomas! Congrats Kelli! Your free month is waiting, just email joe@gottheedge.com to claim the loot.

Happy Mother's Day!

2009-05-09T18:57:00.000-07:00

Scenes from The Competitive Edge O Line Camp

2009-05-06T20:32:00.000-07:00

O Line training with Paul Ringstad & Scott Garnett has started at The Edge on Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. $30 per session. Check our website for more info.

Training for other positions is available also. Please email Jesse@gottheedge.com for rates.

Game of the Week 4/30/09

2009-05-03T12:19:00.000-07:00

The Competitive Edge Select Baseball League is a real sucess in its first year! Last Thursday was a beautiful day for baseball and here are a few pictures from the Rock vs. Bombers game. Mt. Rainier stands majestically in the background at Heritage Field in Puyallup.

Spectators are enjoying the game along with the sunshine.

There are always a few bumps and bruises in every game.

Final score Rock 5 - Bombers 3

Another score from last week Lions 17 - Bulldogs 3

If you have pictures of other CEPT Select League games, please feel free to email them to joe@gottheedge.com. Keep watching this blog for pictures of your games!

Caesar Rayford on Competitive Edge's High School Football Combine

2009-04-29T19:28:00.000-07:00

Caesar Rayford is a local product from Bethel High School. He played college football for the University of Washington Huskies and has a professional career with the BC Lions. Here is his take on The Competitive Edge High School Football Combine. "The Edge Combine is a great opportunity for high school players to experience college level drills and coaches. It is so important for athletes to get the exposure that this combine offers. The players are able to showcase their skills and learn from the pros and college players that work with the athletes. This experience also gives insight to aspiring high school players wanting to go to the next level. I know from experience that this helped me get into the college scene. I took advantage of the opportunity and wound up with a full ride to UW. "

Caesar will work with the lineman at the combine. Make sure you say hello!

You can still register for this years combine by going to our website http://www.gottheedge.com registration forms can be downloaded here.

Also don't forget to check out our myspace page!

Competitive Edge is also giving away a chance to win a paid entry to the combine. You will automatically be entered if you post a comment below. Deadline to enter the contest is May 7, 2009.

Funny!

2009-04-25T11:58:00.000-07:00

Edge Athlete Spotlight Colby Sokol

2009-04-23T07:55:00.000-07:00

OREGON DUCKS
#35 Colby Sokol
Position: Outfielder/First Base
Height: 6-2
Weight: 190
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Puyallup, Wash.
High School/Other College: Emerald Ridge HS

A 2008 graduate of Emerald Ridge High School in Puyallup, Wash...patrolled center field for the Jaguars, and was rated as the No. 5 recruit in the state of Washington by BaseballNorthwest.com...in 2008 helped Emerald Ridge to the district playoffs... was selected in the 44th round (1,326 overall selection) by the Minnesota Twins in the 2008 MLB First-Year Player Draft...played for the Washington Nationals Area Code team during the summer of 2007 after battling back from injuries...during the summer of 2008 played for the NW Timberjacks

Here is Colby on the far right sporting Oregon's new uniforms.

Way to go Colby! You have worked hard and you are an inspiration to other EDGE athletes!

2009-04-20T20:29:00.000-07:00

The New Ram Restaurant at Sunrise Village in Puyallup has put up the high school jersey of Edge Athlete J.T. Albers.

J.T. graduated from Graham Kapowsin High School in 2007. He was selected to The Tacoma News Tribune All-Area team ... was named SPSL South Co-Linebacker of the Year and First Team All-SPSL as well ... also earned the honor for linebacker in 2005, and on offense he was all-conference in both 2005 and 2006 ... was named Associated Press All-Washington at linebacker in 2006 as well as being named First Team WashingtonPreps.com All-State ... as a running back, he gained more than 1,000 yards rushing in 2006, and scored five touchdowns in one game against Beamer High School ... helped Graham-Kapowsin to the state playoffs in 2006 ... participated in the East-West Game in 2007.

J.T. is currently playing middle linebacker for the Idaho State University Bengals.

Check out Brian's Bootcamp!

2009-04-14T11:31:00.001-07:00

Double Your Pleasure, Double Your Fun!

2009-04-12T16:46:00.000-07:00

Stephanie is a utility player for the Lady Jags and is the lead off batter for the varsity squad.

Stephanie and Derek Riley are twins, they both attend Ferrucci Junior High School as ninth graders. In the Puyallup school district 9th graders are allowed to try out for the high school teams in fastpitch and baseball (because the Jr. Highs don't offer it). The Emerald Ridge Fastpitch team is ranked top in the state, so competition was tough and the ERHS baseball team had over 70 kids try out. Chances were slim that any ninth graders would make the team, but this set of twins defied the odds and they both now wear Jaguar uniforms.

Derek plays second base for the Jags junior varsity team.

Keep your eyes on this pair, they will be ones to watch for the next few years! GO JAGS!!!!

Competitive Edge High School Football Combine May 31,2009

2009-03-31T10:28:00.000-07:00

It is that time of year again, time to turn in your application for our 6th Annual Competitive Edge High School Football Combine in Sumner, WA. Once again COMCAST will feature the combine ON DEMAND. All your family and friends can watch (coaches too)! Our combine gives high school players a chance to show their skills to college coaches. Watch the video of last years combine here.

All registration forms are available on our website at http://www.gottheedge.com/.

Giveaway!!!

2009-03-31T08:47:00.000-07:00

Here is your chance to win a free month of membership at The Edge. To enter just leave a comment at the bottom of this blog entry. To get 2 entries to the contest, you must sign up as a follower on the sidebar. To get 3 entries, do a story on your blog about us. For 4 entries put us on your blog roll. Make sure you give us your email address so we can let you know that you win!
For more information about what we offer at Competitive Edge go to our website or call 253-840-8581

Miss Pierce County 2009 to Train at The Edge

2009-03-24T16:54:00.001-07:00

Jackie Mendez is a 23 year old graduate of Pacific Lutheran University's School of Business. She is a Puyallup native as well and graduated from Roger's High School in 2004. Throughout her time at Roger's, Jackie was a member of Competitive Edge and played varsity fastpitch for three years as a Ram then went on to play for the Lutes fastpitch team her freshman year. She has just moved back to her hometown of Graham to get ready for her journey to become the next Miss Washington in July of 2009. She is thrilled to be back at the Edge and is so excited to have the support of her local community!

Jackie is currently on the board of a national children's cancer charity known as Candlelighters Children's Cancer Foundation. She has been placed in charge of running the first annual walk for children's cancer in the state of Washington on September 26th 2009. When she is not volunteering with her foundation, she is busy snowboarding, spending her time outdoors or jamming on the violin.

She has played violin for sixteen years and enjoys the opportunity the Miss America Program allows her to showcase her talent. She is excited for her new journey to become the next Miss Washington and Jackie is honored to serve her community as Miss Pierce County 2009!

Football Spring Training Sessions start in April

2009-03-09T17:50:00.000-07:00

Get Ready For Some Football!!! Competitive Edge is offering spring training for all positions every Tuesday and Sunday. Email Jesse@gottheedge.com for more info.

2009 Pierce County "Padded" Tackle Football Camp

2009-03-05T12:28:00.000-08:00

The date has been set for our annual Tackle Football Camp. July 7-10,2009 in Puyallup, WA. For a registration form email Jesse@gottheedge.com

Fastpitch Clinic

2009-03-05T12:12:00.000-08:00

Fastpitch Clinic any girls age 9-14 at the Competitive Edge, March 15, 2009. First session 9am-11am. Second session 11am-1pm. For registration please email juanita-guillen@yahoo.com or catchechic293@msn.com or call Marlin 253-271-0482 or Shelby at 425-432-4218.

2009-02-10T15:32:00.000-08:00

We have now added a new location for speed/agility training in Tacoma!! Currently we are doing training on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4,5 and 6pm. Classes start on the hour. We are also holding our Football Academy at the Tacoma location (the old Fircrest Tennis Club)
2818 69th Ave. W University Place, WA 98466 Please check out our website or call 253-840-8581 for all of the current events available in Tacoma.

Jessica had her baby!

2008-12-10T11:08:00.000-08:00

Korbyn arrived December 8th at 6:44 am. She was 7 lbs, 13 ozs. Mom and baby are doing well.

Congrats to Jessica and Jerry!!!!

The flooring has arrived!

2008-10-15T14:44:00.000-07:00

I want to take a second to apologize for all of the dust. Everyone has been so understanding. Believe me the end result will be worth it! They will begin laying the floor on Thursday or Friday, and we will begin training for volleyball and basketball by the first of November. In the meantime we still do our regular training on the hour, that has not changed. This new court will be additional training space. I will keep you updated on our progress.

Speaking of basketball we are pleased to announce that we will be training the ABA

semi pro basketball team, the Washington Raptors. Here is a link to their site www.washingtonraptors.com

Have a good day!

Competitive Edge Performance Training

2008-10-02T11:49:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Competitive Edge Performance Training's new blog. We have an athletic training facility in Puyallup, Washington where we train athletes from 9 years up. Visit our website to watch videos of what we do. http://www.gottheedge.com/ Puyallup is rich in athletic tradition and we at TheEdge have been fortunate enough to train some of them. This blog is an attempt to keep you updated on our current and previous athletes and to inform you of upcoming training opportunities. It is our first attempt at a blog so please be patient with us! Here goes!

Competitive Edge is undergoing exciting changes! In recognition of the necessity and high demand for quality gym and team rental space in the area, we are replacing our automated batting cages with a brand new state of the art and very versatile SportCourt. This type of flooring is quickly becoming the floor of choice for elite volleyball teams at the University of Washington, USC and UCLA. With this new dynamic training floor we will be able to accommodate different sports with two regulation size volleyball courts and one full size basketball court as well as more training space for our current classes. Construction is already underway and our floor is scheduled to be finished by the end of October. Other exciting additions to Competitive Edge will be more baseball hitting and pitching space, two additional tunnels to our already existing four tunnels, and portable pitching machines (JUGS).
Stop by the Edge and see our work and change in progress!

Kylie Marshall started with us when she was in high school at Emerald Ridge. She is now playing at Tennesee http://www.utladyvols.com/sports/w-volley/mtt/marshall_kylie00.html Check this out to see how Tyler Vansligtenhorst and Bennett Bontemps are doing http://www.thenewstribune.com/sports/story/486633.html Well that's it for this post. Check back again for more info!