ETS Performance - Algonquin

Nolan Jones (Nolan Jones)

Nolan is a baseball and basketball athlete at Huntley High School and a pitcher for the GRB Rays. He put together a great spring season and has carried that momentum right into the summer, getting off to a hot start on the mound. If you’ve ever watched him work, none of that comes as a surprise. Nolan is a competitor who has big goals and understands what it takes to pursue them. He attacks each training session with purpose and brings a level of focus and consistency that coaches love to see. No matter the day, the workout, or the challenge in front of him, you know exactly what you’re going to get.

Beyond the athlete, Nolan is an even better person. He’s someone we always look forward to working with day in and day out. He brings great energy to the gym, is always willing to be coached, and does a great job setting the standard for showing up and putting in the work. Of course, we can’t talk about Nolan without mentioning the bad joke counter on the whiteboard, which seems to keep growing by the week. We’re proud of the work he’s put in and excited to see where it takes him both on and off the field.

Keep stacking days, Nolan.

Had a chance to stop by and watch Lily compete this weekend. We lost track of how many kills she had, but one thing was clear… I wouldn’t want to be standing on the other side of the net trying to dig any of them.

Always fun seeing our athletes put their hard work on display outside the gym. Keep competing, keep growing, and keep making an impact every time you step on the court, Lily. We’re proud of you! 💪

This week’s Feature Friday goes to Ilyas!

Ilyas started with us in Speed Plus and has since made the jump into Total Performance. From day one, he’s shown that age and size don’t matter when it comes to effort. He never hesitates to line up next to athletes who are bigger, older, and more experienced. In fact, he embraces the challenge and does a great job keeping up with them.

One of the things that stands out most about Ilyas is how coachable he is. He listens, applies feedback, and is always looking to improve. That mindset has helped him make tremendous progress and will continue to serve him well as he grows as an athlete.

Ilyas brings a great attitude to every session and makes coaching a lot of fun. Whether it’s seeing which South Park socks he’ll show up in, spotting the latest Among Us character he’s drawn on the whiteboard, or watching him attack a new challenge, he always keeps us smiling. We’re proud of how far he’s come since joining us and can’t wait to continue watching him grow and develop.

Keep up the great work, Ilyas!

Huge congratulations to Addi on earning ICA All-State 4A Second Team honors! 🥎

This recognition is incredibly well deserved and a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and commitment she brings every day. After a season that included a .465 AVG, .535 OBP, 14 HR, and 42 RBI, it’s no surprise to see her recognized among the best players in the state.

Now it’s time to carry that momentum into Battle of the Borders this weekend and Coastal next week. Keep making a name for yourself because this is just the beginning.

We are so proud of you, Addi, and honored to be a small part of your journey. The future is bright! 💪

🔥The work nobody sees is what creates the player everybody notices🔥

Congratulations to our May Apex Athletes! These athletes showed up day after day, attacked their training, and earned every bit of their success through consistency and effort.

The strongest, fastest, and most confident football players aren’t built on Friday nights. They’re built during the offseason when nobody is watching.

Keep stacking days. Keep trusting the process.

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