Athlete Showcase
Performance Athletix is proud to have played in an important role in helping these athletes achieve their goals.
NFL - Professional Football
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Name:
Ryan Harris
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Denver Broncos
Goal:
Play at Notre Dame, play in the NFL
Bottom Line:
After dominating his position at Notre Dame and going in the 3rd round of the 2007 NFL draft (70th overall), Ryan is playing pro football for the Denver Broncos. |
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Name:
Matt Birk
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Minnesota Vikings
Goal:
Switch from Left Tackle to Center
Bottom Line:
Matt became a starter in his second season and was awarded a 31 million dollar contract, making him one of the highest paid players in the league at his respective position. |
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Name:
Thomas Tapeh
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Philadelphia Eagles
Goal:
Play college, play in the NFL
Bottom Line:
As the top running back/fullback prospect in the 2004 draft, Thomas was selected in 5th round. He is now one of the elite fullbacks in the NFL. |
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Name:
Brandon Archer
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Indianapolis Colts
Goal:
Play college, play in the NFL
Bottom Line:
After being named to the All-Big 12 Linebacker three times during his career at Kansas State, Brandon signed a free agent Contract with the Indianapolis Colts. He plays all three linebacker positions as well as special teams. |
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Name:
Michael Bennett
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Minnesota Vikings
Goal:
Challenge himself mentally and physically
Bottom Line:
Michael lost nearly 23lbs. of fat and gained 5lbs. of muscle and had a VO2Max of 60ml/kg/lbs. Entering the last year of his rookie contract Michael put himself in a position to be offered a great long term deal by Minnesota or a top free agent contract. |
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Name:
Bennie Joppru
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Houston Texans/Seattle Seahawks
Goal:
Play college, play in the NFL
Bottom Line:
The 2nd Tight End drafted (1st Jeremy Shockey) 41st Overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft. |
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Name:
Jared Newberry
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Redskins / Titans /49ers
Goal:
Play college, play in the NFL
Bottom Line:
Drafted in the 6th round of the 2005 draft by the Washington Redskins, Jared has played for four teams in his three year NFL career. |
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Name:
Marcus Freeman
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Carolina Panthers
Goal:
Play college, play in the NFL
Bottom Line:
Marcus battled a couple of severe injuries and persevered as free agent with the Carolina Panthers. As a rookie free agent, Marcus is currently the third tight end on the roster. |
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Name:
Jay Foreman
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Bills/Texans/Saints/49ers
Goal:
Start as middle linebacker in NFL
Bottom Line:
Jay took advantage of the opportunities presented to him and became one of the NFLÕs leading tacklers over a three year period, ultimately earning a 3 year 15 million dollar contract. Not bad for a 5th round pick. |
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Name:
Jack Brewer
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Vikings/Giants/Eagles/Cardinals
Goal:
Recover from shoulder, pectoral injuries
Bottom Line:
Despite his various injuries, Jack spent the bulk of his 3 off-seasons training in our programs. He was regarded by his peers as one of the best special team's players in the league during his four years. |
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Name:
Mark Levoir
Sport:
Football
Level:
Pro, Chicago Bears
Goal:
Start as left tackle in NFL
Bottom Line:
In his 2nd season as and undrafted rookie Mark is the apple of Chicago Bears and is close to getting that elusive spot on the active roster. |
NHL - Professional Hockey
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Name:
Ryan Carter
Sport:
Hockey
Level:
Pro, Anaheim Ducks
Goal:
Play full time as a starter in the NHL
Bottom Line:
Ryan is a starter with the Anaheim Ducks and helped them win the 2007 Stanley Cup. Shown to the right is Ryan Carter and Ted Johnson of Performance Athletix celebrating, holding the Stanley Cup! |
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Name:
Jordan Leopold
Sport:
Hockey
Level:
Pro, Colorado Avalanche
Goal:
Recover from surgery and injuries
Bottom Line:
Jordan was offered a two year contract extension this past summer, keeping him Colorado through 2010. |
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Name:
Richard Park
Sport:
Hockey
Level:
Pro, New York Islanders
Goal:
Recover from surgery, sign long term contract
Bottom Line:
Richard recovered from surgery, had a career season in goals, assists, and minutes played. He was rewarded with a contract extension through 2010. |
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Name:
Ryan Potulney
Sport:
Hockey
Level:
Pro, Phildelphia Flyers
Goal:
Play full time in the NHL
Bottom Line:
As a rookie, Ryan played 35 games in the NHL. He earned a plus 1 rating on the ice, earning the full share of a season's salary. |
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Name:
Lawrence Nycholat
Sport:
Hockey
Level:
Pro, Ottawa Senators
Goal:
Play entire season in NHL
Bottom Line:
Lawrence signed a two year deal worth 1.2 million this last off-season. |
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Name:
Joe Finley
Sport:
Hockey
Level:
Pro, Washington Capitals
Goal:
Play NHL
Bottom Line:
Joe was the 27th overall pick by the Washington Capitals in the 2005 Entry Draft. He is a dominant defensive player and college hockey players can''t wait for him to move on. |
NBA - Professional Basketball
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Name:
Alan Anderson
Sport:
Basketball
Level:
Pro, Charlotte Bobcats
Goal:
Obtain a D1 scholarship, Play in the NBA
Bottom Line:
Alan played collegiate basketball for Michigan State University where he led the Spartans to the 2005 Final Four where he was voted the MVP by the team and the media. He signed as a free agent with the Charlotte Bobcats, and currently plays for Italian League giants Vidivici Bologna. |

















