Youth Ultimate Team Training Program

The Youth Ultimate Team Training Program focuses on building a strong foundation for athletic development. It blends comprehensive testing, skill-building exercises, and tailored programming to prepare young athletes for success in their respective sports. Whether the goal is to boost speed, improve agility, or enhance power, our program caters to the unique needs of each athlete while fostering teamwork and collaboration.

The cornerstone of our program is the initial assessment phase, where we use advanced testing protocols to evaluate each athlete’s performance. These tests provide a clear understanding of their current abilities and identify areas for improvement.

1. Speed Testing

Speed is often the differentiator between good and great athletes. Our speed testing measures:

• Acceleration: Evaluating short-distance sprinting ability, especially the first 10 yards.
• Top-End Speed: Assessing maximum velocity over 20 to 40 yards.
• Deceleration: Measuring how quickly an athlete can slow down or stop.

These insights help athletes focus on specific areas of their sprint mechanics to maximize efficiency and performance.

2. Vertical Jump

The vertical jump test evaluates lower-body explosiveness, a critical factor in many sports like basketball, volleyball, and football. It also serves as a benchmark for overall athletic power.

3. Broad Jump

The broad jump measures horizontal explosiveness, testing the athlete’s ability to generate force from their lower body. This test is particularly useful for sports requiring strong, forward-propelling movements, such as track, soccer, and football.

4. Shuttle Drill

Agility is a vital skill for almost all sports. The shuttle drill tests an athlete’s ability to change direction quickly while maintaining control and speed. This metric is especially valuable for sports like basketball, soccer, and tennis.

5. Reactive Strength Index (RSI)

The RSI evaluates how efficiently an athlete can transition from a loading phase (eccentric) to an explosive phase (concentric). This test combines speed and power, which are essential for activities like jumping, sprinting, and rapid directional changes.

One of the unique features of our program is the detailed reporting provided after the testing phase. These reports are a vital resource for athletes and coaches alike.

Individual Reports

Every athlete receives a personalized report that includes:

• Speed Index: A combined score summarizing sprinting performance.
• Agility Index: A metric reflecting quickness and multi-directional movement control.
• Power Index: A score based on vertical and broad jump results, indicating lower-body strength.
• Actionable Recommendations: Specific exercises and training techniques to address areas for improvement.

Team Reports

For coaches, we offer team-wide reports that aggregate performance data, providing insights into:

• Team averages across all metrics.
• Comparisons to identify standout performers and areas where the team needs collective improvement.
• Customized programming suggestions to target group-wide developmental needs.

These reports are invaluable for creating data-driven practice plans that elevate team performance.

Following the testing phase, athletes transition into customized training programs that align with their sport’s unique demands. Our protocols focus on developing the key physical attributes necessary for success in specific sports.

1. Speed Training

Speed training is at the heart of athletic success. Athletes learn the mechanics of sprinting, focusing on proper posture, stride length, and frequency. Training methods include:

• Acceleration drills: Enhance explosive starts.
• Resisted sprints: Build power and strength.
• Overspeed training: Develop top-end velocity.

2. Agility and Quickness

Agility drills improve an athlete’s ability to react and move efficiently in any direction. These include:

• Ladder drills for enhanced footwork.
• Cone drills to simulate game scenarios.
• Reaction-based exercises to improve decision-making under pressure.

3. Power Development

Athletes build lower-body and core strength through:

• Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps and depth jumps.
• Weightlifting movements tailored to their developmental stage.
• Jump training to improve vertical and broad jump performance.

4. Endurance and Conditioning

Sport-specific conditioning ensures athletes maintain their energy levels throughout competition. Our programs use interval training and sport-relevant drills to simulate game-day demands.

The Youth Ultimate Team Training Program delivers significant benefits for both individual athletes and entire teams.

1. Enhanced Athletic Performance

By improving speed, agility, and power, athletes gain a competitive edge that translates directly to their sport.

2. Injury Prevention

Proper technique and balanced development reduce the likelihood of common sports injuries, keeping athletes healthy and in the game.

3. Data-Driven Improvement

Our testing and reporting system enables athletes to track their progress and focus on measurable goals.

4. Team Cohesion

By training together and sharing progress, athletes develop stronger bonds that contribute to better teamwork and communication during competition.

5. Confidence Building

Seeing tangible results boosts athletes’ confidence, preparing them to excel under pressure.

The program is ideal for youth athletes across a variety of sports, including:

• Soccer: Emphasizing quickness, endurance, and coordination.
• Basketball: Focusing on explosive power, lateral agility, and speed.
• Football: Enhancing sprinting ability, reaction time, and tackling power.
• Baseball/Softball: Developing throwing strength, rotational power, and base-running speed.

At B3 Sports Performance, we combine expert coaching with state-of-the-art technology to provide an unmatched training experience. Our Youth Ultimate Team Training Program stands out because of:

• Comprehensive Testing: Data-driven insights that guide individualized training.
• Customized Training Plans: Tailored to the unique needs of each athlete and team.
• Expert Coaches: Certified professionals who specialize in youth athletic development.

Help your young athletes unlock their full potential with the Youth Ultimate Team Training Program at B3 Sports Performance. Through comprehensive testing, personalized training, and team-focused development, we equip athletes with the tools they need to excel in their sport.

Contact us today to schedule your team’s evaluation and take the first step toward peak performance.

B3 Sports Performance – Building Champions from the Ground Up.

“As the founder of the FLA Vikings football program, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the incredible impact B3 Better Sports Performance has had on our athletes and the entire Jacksonville sports community. B3 Better is more than a training facility – it’s a family dedicated to unlocking the full potential of every athlete who walks through their doors.

Their expertise in sports performance training, coupled with their genuine care for our players’ growth on and off the field, has been transformative. The improvements we’ve seen in speed, strength, and agility are remarkable, but what sets them apart is the way they empower athletes with confidence and discipline.

Our players consistently praise the personalized attention they receive from the trainers at B3 Better, and the results speak for themselves. The training has not only enhanced their athletic performance but has also instilled the work ethic and resilience needed to excel in life.

B3 Better Sports Performance has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of our athletes, and we’re beyond grateful for their unwavering commitment to supporting the FLA Vikings and the broader athletic community in Jacksonville. Thank you, B3 Better, for all that you do to inspire and elevate the next generation of champions.”

– Rickie Simon Jr. – Youth Football Coach