Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Wake's Nenon putting in extra hours

"Wake Forest senior center Russell Nenon had a decision to make this offseason -- either get an internship and go to work or continue his football training.

'It was kind of a no-brainer,' said Nenon, who has been in Franklin, Tenn., training at D1 Sports Training for five weeks. 'I just wanted a challenge. We had some misfortunes last fall, so I have to make sure I do my best to not sit at home for Christmas.'" CLICK HERE to read more.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Heather Mitts Joins D1 Co-Owners

Olympic socccer star Heather Mitts joins an exclusive list of D1 co-owners. Check out what she has to say from D1 Cincinnati. CLICK HERE to watch it.

D1 and Chris Johnson ProWorkout

Monday, June 28, 2010

D1 Nashville's coach Camacho wins GFC VII

Peyton still perfect as a UT alum

"'I'll work out at McCallie (School), lift a few weights at D1 (Sports Training), then play golf at the Honors. That's a day that's tough to beat. Unfortunately, about the time I get my golf game back in July, it's time to go to training camp.' When it comes to being true to his school, the 34-year-old Manning is always tough to beat..." CLICK HERE to read more.

Friday, June 25, 2010

Brodie Croyle Checks out New D1 Birmingham

With big names, D1 helps future stars build theirs

"D1's Columbus facility has better linebackers than some NFL teams. Its new Cincinnati location is backed by soccer star Heather Mitts, Paul O'Neill of the 1990 World Series champion Reds and Dr. Tim Kremchek, the Reds medical director whose Beacon Orthopaedics campus in Sharonville hosts the facility... But D1 officials will tell you it isn't about the stars behind it. It's about the ones that come out of it. The philosophy: To be your best, train like the best." Visit the Cincinnati Enquirer to read more.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Trainers flex their muscles with new facilities

"The next time you drive down Hardin Valley Road, don't be surprised if your calf muscles start twitching and your biceps begin to flex involuntarily - it's just a side effect from driving through the eye of a sports-training hurricane that's brewing in West Knox County." Go to KnoxvilleBiz.com to read more.

Monday, June 21, 2010

D1 Softball team takes first in NC tournament

D1 Greenville's travel softball team, Team D1, placed first in Top Gun Sports' Magnificent "8" 14U tournament in North Carolina last month. Congrats!

Friday, June 18, 2010

Colt McCoy and Russell Athletics Stop by D1

Lots of photos were taken on Friday when former Texas star Colt McCoy stopped by D1 for a photoshoot with Russell Athletics.
D1 Colombus's Andrew Hawkins who plays for the Montreal Alouettes, shows off his ring from the Canadian Football League's Montreal Championship. His fellow teammates, Brian Bratton train at D1 Greenville and Taylor Scott at D1 Nashville in the 2010 NFL Combine. Congratulations!

Thursday, June 17, 2010

D1 Knoxville and D1 Averitt team up for 5K

D1 Knoxville’s Bruce Nicoara and D1 Averitt’s head trainer David Oaks teamed up to host Averitt Wellness Center’s 3rd Annual Averitt 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, June 12th in Cookeville, TN. Seventy-Eight associate’s participated in the event that ranged in age from 5 to 62 years. The race was free for all Averitt associates and their families. This event has been increasing in numbers each year and we are very excited to see what next year brings. The Overall Male Winner was Logan Denson with a time of 21:50 and the Overall Female Winner was Pam Ramsey with a time of 24:32. The Averitt/D1 Wellness staff would like to say, “Great Job” to all the participants and hope to see everyone at the race next year!

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Chris Johnson and ESPN's Michael Smith race at D1


ESPN reporter Michael Smith challenged Titans RB Chris Johnson to a 40-yard race at D1 on Tuesday. Michael beat CJ with a 20-yard head start the first time. Then they raced again and Michael only got a 15-yard head start. CJ smoked him! Check it out on ESPN on July 20th on E60. The photo is of Michael getting ready. For more check out Michael on Twitter, http://twitter.com/MrMichael_Smith.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

D1 Averitt's Rich Froning earns top honors in CrossFit sectional

"Cookeville native Rich Froning decided on a whim to enter the CrossFit Deep South Sectional, a weightlifting competition that took place March 6-7 in Huntsville, Ala. The top 15 competitors in a field of 68 men and 21 women were to advance to the Southeast Regional, and Froning took top honors. Now, he's getting ready to compete in the Southeast Region, which takes place Saturday and Sunday in Jacksonville, Fla. If he finishes in the top four, he'll advance to the national CrossFit Games from July 16-18 in Carson, Calif." CLICK HERE to read more.

D1 Knoxville member brings home Panther pride

D1 Knoxville member Blake Jenkins has taken the training that he has received and used it to his advantage this past week at the Powell Panther basketball camp. He was selected as Post of the Week for the entire camp of about 100 kids. Congratulations to Blake and his hard work which continues to pay off for him this summer!

Monday, June 14, 2010

D1's Heather Mitts to Host Free Training Event

D1 Cincinnati co-owner Heather Mitts is inviting female soccer players of all ages to D1 on Sunday, June 27 at 6:30 PM. Learn soccer tips and tricks while becoming faster, stronger, and more agile. This FREE event is limited to the first 100 pre-registered females of all sports and skill levels. CLICK HERE to pre-register.

Friday, June 11, 2010

Steve Smith and D1 to host ProWorkout

D1 and Steve Smith are coming together to bring a FREE ProWorkout to any athlete ages 15-23 in Charlotte, NC. This workout will focus on speed and agility and is open to any sport. To learn more and pre-register, CLICK HERE.

D1 Nashville and Chris Johnson team up for free workout

On Wednesday, June 16th, Chris Johnson and D1 Nashville will be having a free speed and agility workout from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM at Battleground Academy in Franklin, TN. This workout is open to any athlete ages 15-23. CLICK HERE to get more info and pre-register.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

D1 Sports Training sets opening for $1.5M Homewood facility


"The facility, recently constructed near Brookwood Medical Center, will feature a 16,000-square-foot $1.5 million training space with an indoor turf field, weight room and sports medicine and therapy clinics, said a news release. Also in the space will be the A.P.E. Squad, which is an athletic performance enrichment specialist that will focus on nutrition, clinical sports massages and chiropractic practices." CLICK HERE to read more.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

D1 Knoxville's new location nearly done

D1 Knoxville's new facility, co-owned by Peyton Manning, is nearly complete and will open this summer. The 33,000+ square foot facility located on Hardin Valley Road will have a weight room and a 60-yard turf field. CLICK HERE to read more. Go to D1 KNOXVILLE to see more pictures and get info. Get ready!

Ashley from "The Biggest Loser" Trains at D1 Knoxville

Monday, June 7, 2010

D1 Greenville to help with Father's Day in the Park

D1 Greenville is sponsoring a kick, pass and punt station as well as an obstacle course in the Father's Day in the Park event on Saturday, June 19. This event is a chance for fathers and their families to spend the day together at Heritage Park in Simpsonville, SC.

Friday, June 4, 2010

D1 Columbus Testing Night Shows Out

UFL drafts D1 Little Rock’s Weston Dacus

On Wednesday, the United Football League added to 12 new athletes to each roster and Weston was a first round draft pick for the Florida Tuskers. He has trained at D1 Little Rock and also at D1 Nashville for the NFL Combine and Pro Day. CLICK HERE to read more. Congrats Weston!

Thursday, June 3, 2010

D1's Jermain Taylor Discusses Comeback and Training

"The Biggest Loser" couple shoots promo at D1

Phil and Amy Parham, from "The Biggest Loser", came to D1 on Wednesday to shoot the promotional material for their new book and video called The 90-Day Fitness Challenge. They will be going around the country helping groups set up fitness programs. CLICK HERE to learn more about their mission.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Dwight Freeney and D1 to Host Workout


On June 9th from 12-4 PM, D1 Sports Training and Dwight Freeney will team up to offer a FREE ProWorkout for athletes ages 15-23 at Mulberry Fields in Zionsville, Indiana. CLICK HERE to register online.

D1 sported at AIM Pro Fishing Tournament

Co-Angler, Michael Ignat showed his D1 pride at the recent AIM Tournament in Bay City, Michigan, ranking the highest Co-Angler for two days. He fished with Tommy Kemos and Keith Kavajecz from "The Next Bite" on Versus TV. Way to go Michael!

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

D1 Birmingham to Open Mid-June

D1 Birmingham is almost here. The turf has been laid, the weight room has been filled with equipment and training is about to begin. Be sure to check out D1Birmingham.com or call 205-588-2734 for more info. Get ready!

CSA PrepStar and D1 Knoxville team up

CSA (Collegiate Sports of America) is recognized as the nation's largest and most respected name in the world of college recruiting, having helped thousands of student-athletes over the past 25 years fulfill their dreams of competing in the exciting world of college athletics. We are very excited to announce their new partnership with D1 Knoxville, bringing the D1 opportunity to all of CSA PrepStar Tennessee clients.