Why Most Athletes Waste Their Summer (And How to Make Sure Yours Doesn’t)


Every summer, I see the same thing happen.

Athletes say they’re going to get better.
They say this is the offseason they’re finally going to put in the work.

And then… nothing really changes.

They stay the same speed.
The same strength.
The same confidence.

Not because they don’t care—but because they don’t have a plan.


The Truth About Summer Training

Summer is the biggest opportunity athletes have all year.

No school.
More time.
Fewer distractions.

But that’s also what makes it dangerous.

Without structure, most athletes:

  • Train inconsistently
  • Focus on the wrong things
  • Or don’t train at all

And when the season comes back around, they’re right where they started.


What Actually Moves the Needle

Getting better isn’t random.

It comes down to a few key things:

  • Consistent speed and strength work
  • Progressive programming (not guessing workouts)
  • Measurable results
  • Being in an environment that pushes you

That’s where most athletes fall short.

They don’t lack effort—they lack direction.


What We’ve Seen at YSP

When athletes commit to a structured program, the results show up fast.

We’ve seen:

  • Athletes drop from 1.28 ➝ 1.19 in their flying 10
  • Vertical jumps increase from 27” ➝ 32”
  • Athletes go from chasing 225 to repping it

And it’s not just physical.

They walk into their season more confident, more prepared, and more dangerous.


This Summer Matters More Than You Think

There’s a gap that forms every offseason.

Between athletes who trained with purpose…
and those who didn’t.

That gap shows up in:

  • Playing time
  • Confidence
  • Performance when it matters most

You don’t want to be on the wrong side of that.


Our Summer Athlete Program

We built this program specifically for Yakima athletes who are serious about improving.

Starting June 10th, athletes will get:

  • Structured speed + strength training
  • Before and after testing
  • Coaching every session
  • Guidance on recovery and nutrition

This isn’t random workouts.

It’s a system designed to get results.


Final Thought

Most athletes won’t do this.

They’ll say they want to get better—but they won’t actually commit.

If your athlete is serious about improving, this is where it starts.


👉 Spots are limited.
👉 Early bird discount ends May 30th.

Apply now and lock in your spot.

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