How do I get my son recruited for college football?

Getting recruited for college football requires a systematic approach: 1) Understand NCAA eligibility requirements and timelines, 2) Create quality highlight film that shows what coaches want to see, 3) Research and contact coaches at appropriate schools, 4) Attend the right camps and showcases, 5) Maintain strong academics. The LPT Blueprint provides step-by-step guidance on this process from an NFL veteran who has seen both sides of recruiting.

What GPA do you need to play college football?

For NCAA Division I, you need a minimum 2.3 GPA in 16 core courses. Division II requires a 2.2 GPA in 16 core courses. Division III schools set their own academic standards. However, competitive programs often look for higher GPAs. Academic eligibility is tracked through the NCAA Eligibility Center.

When should high school football players start the recruiting process?

The recruiting process should ideally start freshman year of high school. By sophomore year, athletes should have highlight film ready and begin researching schools. Junior year is critical for college camps, unofficial visits, and direct coach communication. Senior year focuses on official visits and commitment decisions. However, it's rarely too late - we've helped athletes get recruited as late as their senior year.

How much do college football scholarships cost?

College football scholarships are free to the athlete - they cover tuition, room, board, and books. Full scholarships (FBS programs) can be worth $50,000-$80,000+ per year. Division II offers partial scholarships. Division III doesn't offer athletic scholarships but provides financial aid packages. In total, LPT has helped athletes secure over $10 million in NCAA scholarships.

What do college football coaches look for in recruits?

College coaches evaluate: 1) Athletic measurables (height, weight, speed, strength), 2) Football IQ and technique shown on film, 3) Academic eligibility, 4) Character and coachability, 5) Potential for development. Coaches make decisions within the first 8 seconds of watching film, which is why proper film preparation is critical.

Is my son talented enough for college football?

Talent is just the starting point. We've helped athletes who were completely overlooked become recruited prospects. The difference is having a clear system and the right approach. With over 127 families helped and a 100% success rate since 2019, we focus on matching athletes with programs where they can succeed - from D1 to D3 and NAIA.

How much can a volleyball player improve their vertical jump at D1 Training Scottsdale?

Vertical improvement depends on starting mechanics, training consistency, and how much technical correction is needed at the foundational level. Athletes who have never trained their approach and takeoff systematically often see meaningful gains in the first 8 to 12 weeks. We document your vertical at intake and retest on a schedule so progress is objective and verifiable.

Does sports performance training help liberos and defensive specialists?

Yes. Liberos and defensive specialists benefit directly from lateral quickness training, reactive agility work, and improved first step speed. These are the qualities that allow a defender to cover more court and get in better positions before the ball arrives. Performance training is valuable for every position on the court.

Can athletic testing help a volleyball player get a college scholarship?

College volleyball programs evaluate height, vertical jump, and approach speed alongside technical skills. Documented athletic testing data gives coaches objective information to work with. Lockett Performance provides both the development and, for eligible athletes, recruiting system support to connect that data to college coaching staffs.

How does D1 Training differ from a volleyball specific skills coach?

A volleyball skills coach develops technique. Lockett Performance at D1 Training develops the athletic foundation that makes every skill more effective. Better vertical means more hitting angles. Faster lateral movement means cleaner defensive positioning. The two types of training are complementary, not competing.

How do I start volleyball training at D1 Training Scottsdale?

Every new athlete starts with a performance assessment. We baseline your vertical jump, lateral agility, and sprint speed, then build the program around your position. Call 480-568-2772 to book a free intro call.

Scottsdale/Volleyball Training

D1 Training Scottsdale · 13402 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste B-150

Volleyball Performance Training
in Scottsdale, AZ

D1 Training Scottsdale at 13402 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste B-150 offers volleyball specific athleticism programs for middle blockers, outside hitters, setters, liberos, and all positions. Volleyball is a power sport: the vertical jump determines who wins at the net, the approach speed determines how much force a hitter generates, and the lateral quickness determines defensive range. Lockett Performance applies sprint mechanics, plyometric progressions, and reactive agility training to volleyball specific movement patterns. Bret Lockett (five seasons in the NFL) and Cravon Gillespie (2019 World Championships 4x100m gold medalist, Tokyo Olympian) coach the program at the D1 Scottsdale facility.

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D1 Training Scottsdale · 13402 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste B-150

Volleyball Training

WHAT WE TRAIN

Vertical jump mechanics, approach, and takeoff efficiency for hitters and blockers

Approach speed and last step power generation

Reactive lateral quickness for libero and defensive specialist movement

Setter footwork, first step, and positioning speed

Repeated jump power maintenance over long matches and tournament days

Lower body force production through plyometric progressions

Deceleration and landing mechanics to reduce knee and ankle injury risk

Coaching Staff

WHO COACHES IT

BRET LOCKETT

5 Year NFL Safety

New England Patriots, New York Jets, Cleveland Browns. UCLA alumnus. 127+ families • $10M+ in NCAA scholarships since 2019. General Manager, D1 Training Scottsdale.

CRAVON GILLESPIE

2019 World Championships 4x100m Gold Medalist

Tokyo 2020 Olympian. 4x100m relay gold, World Championships 2019. Set the University of Oregon 100m record at 9.93. Sprint mechanics and speed development specialist at D1 Training Scottsdale.

Volleyball in Scottsdale and the broader Phoenix metro is competitive at every level, from club circuits through high school and into college recruitment. Arizona programs compete in regions that attract serious college interest, and Scottsdale area athletes regularly earn opportunities at the D1, D2, and D3 levels. The athletes who earn those offers consistently have two things: sound technical skills and measurable athleticism. The vertical jump, the approach speed, and the lateral range determine who wins the physical battles at the net and on defense. Those qualities are built in the gym, not developed by playing more matches.

The methodology Lockett Performance uses at D1 Training Scottsdale is built on the same athletic development principles that produce Olympic athletes. Cravon Gillespie's sprint mechanics are directly applicable to volleyball: the drive angle that makes a sprinter explode off the blocks is the same angle that produces maximum force in a volleyball approach. The plyometric progressions that build a jumper's vertical are grounded in vertical jump measurement that documents explosive output over time. This is not a gym class workout. It is precision athletic development.

Parents and athletes in Scottsdale invest seriously in volleyball development. Private coaches, elite club organizations, and camp attendance are the norm in this market. Lockett Performance at D1 Training Scottsdale provides the athletic foundation that makes every other investment more effective. Better vertical, faster lateral movement, and more explosive approach mechanics make every skill session, every camp appearance, and every club game more productive. The assessment is where we establish exactly how much room there is to improve and what it will take to get there.

The Differentiator

HOW WE VERIFY RESULTS

Volleyball athletes at D1 Training Scottsdale are tested with electronic timing and vertical jump measurements at intake. Standing vertical, approach vertical, lateral agility, and sprint splits are documented at the start and retested on a regular schedule. College volleyball programs increasingly request athletic testing data alongside recruiting film. Our athletes have verified numbers for every metric.

Standing Vertical

Reach height vs jump height documented at intake

Approach Vertical

Max takeoff height from 3-step approach

Lateral Agility

Defensive shuttle timed at intake and retest

Sprint Speed

10 and 20 meter splits for transition work

Program Tiers

PROGRAMS AND AGES

Rookie

Ages 7 to 11

Coordination, jumping foundations, and basic lateral movement for young volleyball athletes

Devo

Ages 12 to 14

Vertical jump development, approach mechanics, and reactive quickness

Prep

Ages 15 to 18

Position specific athleticism, measurable vertical gains, and college recruiting support

Adult

18 and up

Performance maintenance and athletic development for club and collegiate players

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We establish your baseline in speed, agility, and power using electronic timing and combine style testing. Then we build the program around you. No generic workouts. No guessing.

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