Sports Performance
ARMORY Sports Skills Training
Pro-Level Coaching. Real Game Application. Proven Results.
ARMORY Sports Skills Training is where technical precision meets game-day performance.
Our Columbus-based program focuses on developing the mechanics, awareness, and confidence that separate good athletes from great ones — in basketball, volleyball, field hockey, and punting & kicking.
We coach athletes to move efficiently, think faster, and perform with purpose. Every session blends individualized instruction with live, game-like scenarios that help players translate skills from practice to competition.
What it is: Two pillars drive results:
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Technical mastery — movement mechanics, body positioning, hand placement, footwork, and timing.
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Tactical intelligence — reading the game, making decisions under pressure, communicating effectively, and executing the right play at the right time.
Athletes first master clean, repeatable skills, then apply them under realistic, competitive conditions — ensuring their improvement shows up when it matters most.
Common to Every Sport
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Assessment first: brief movement and skill review, goals, competitive calenda
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Individual plan: tailored to age, experience, position, and season timing
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Motor learning: high-quality reps, clear cues, simple progressions
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Game IQ: constraint drills, situational problem solving, communication habits
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Video and feedback: film review to teach concepts and track progress
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Strength and speed integration with performance staff
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In-season and off-season planning to manage load and protect performance
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Confidence and composure routines for game day
Basketball
Our basketball skills training in Columbus, Ohio is built for athletes who want to grow. Whether you're seeking private coaching, small-group sessions, or advanced development, our team works with players of all ages and levels — from elementary school to the pros. We help athletes sharpen their skills, fuel their love for the game, and deepen their basketball IQ.
Coach Tyrel Jackson, a former standout at Capital University (where he earned Second Team All-OAC honors) now trains high-level athletes, including D1 and WNBA players.
Coach Letitia McGuff starred at Notre Dame, ranking high in scoring, rebounding, and blocks, and later served as a coach and administrator for the Fighting Irish. She’s also married to Kevin McGuff, current OSU Women’s Basketball head coach.
We also offer full team coaching, leadership development for new coaches, and league setup & management. If you're a parent, coach, or organizer looking to elevate your program, we’d love to help.
Contact Coach Letitia McGuff to explore how we can support your athlete, team, or league in reaching its highest potential.
Volleyball
Our volleyball skills training in Columbus, Ohio is designed for athletes of all ages and experience levels who want to elevate their game. Whether you’re seeking private coaching or small-group sessions, Coach Breyona brings her experience as a Division I player at Howard University and current head coach at Gahanna Lincoln High School to every session. As founder of Game Plan Athletics, she’s trained hundreds of athletes to master the fundamentals, build confidence, and compete with purpose. Each session is built to refine technique, strengthen game IQ, and inspire a lasting passion for volleyball both on and off the court.
Contact Coach Breyona Colley to explore how she can support your athlete, team, or league in reaching its highest potential.
Field Hockey
Our field hockey skills training is built for athletes of all ages and experience levels who are ready to elevate their game. Whether you choose private coaching or small-group sessions, Coach Hannah Pany brings her Ohio State playing experience and coaching acumen to every workout. During her time with the Buckeyes, she appeared in 73 games, served as team captain in her senior season, and led the team with six assists in 2018.
Coach Hannah works closely with players to enhance stick skills, footwork, positioning, and on-field presence. Each session is structured to sharpen technique, build confidence, and deepen tactical understanding—so that athletes perform at their best come game day.
Contact Coach Hannah to learn more or schedule your individual or group field hockey training session.
Punting & Kicking
Our punting and kicking training is built for athletes of all ages and skill levels who want to refine their technique and elevate their performance. Whether you’re preparing for game day or looking to master the fundamentals, Coach Jesse Mirco brings elite experience from his collegiate and professional career to every session. A former Ohio State and Vanderbilt standout, Jesse earned First Team All-SEC honors, competed at the NFL Combine, and now plays professionally for the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
His coaching focuses on mechanics, timing, consistency, and power—blending technical instruction with game-like scenarios to build confidence, accuracy, and field awareness. Each session is designed to help athletes execute under pressure and perform with precision when it counts most..
Please reach out to Coach Jesse via email if you have any questions or would like to schedule your first punting or kicking session.
Meet the Team
Bottom Line
At THE ARMORY, athletes don’t just train — they develop. Our sports skills programs in basketball, volleyball, field hockey, and punting & kicking connect seamlessly with our Strength & Conditioning, Sports Science, and Medical & Recovery Divisions. Every athlete gains access to an integrated team of coaches, doctors, nutritionists, and physical therapists who collaborate to build stronger, faster, and more resilient players. We also coordinate with school and club coaches to align training goals and maximize transfer to real competition. From youth athletes to professionals, THE ARMORY delivers complete development — mind, body, and performance.
