Meet the Coaches
Unleashing the Athlete Within: The Story Behind Howles Speed University
Every great athlete knows that talent is only part of the equation. The real differentiator? Speed. Not just straight-line speed, but the explosive first step, the sharp cut, and the lightning-fast reaction time that leaves opponents in the dust.
That is exactly why Howles Speed University was born.
Founded by Coach Anthony Lester and Coach Jesse Howard, Howles Speed University is more than just a training school — it is a launchpad for the next generation of elite youth athletes.
Meet the Coaches
Coach Anthony Lester
Head Coach · Howles Speed University
Coach Jesse Howard
Head Coach · Howles Speed University
Built on Passion, Fueled by Experience
Coach Anthony and Coach Jesse aren't just trainers looking at stopwatch numbers; they are devoted fathers and deeply invested community mentors. With close to a decade of hands-on coaching experience across multiple youth sports — including football, basketball, and track and field — they have spent years studying what makes young athletes successful.
Through their years on the sidelines and in the backyard with their own children, they noticed a critical gap in traditional youth sports coaching: everyone wants athletes to play faster, but few are teaching them how to actually do it.
"We saw a massive need for dedicated, fundamentally sound speed and agility mechanics. Running is a skill. It can be taught, it can be refined, and it can be unlocked."
The Howles Speed University Mission
At Howles Speed University, the philosophy is simple: Speed changes everything. Whether you are trying to beat a defender to the basket, burst through the defensive line, or shave seconds off a sprint time, proper mechanics are the key to unlocking an athlete's true potential.
The academy bridges the gap between raw effort and elite performance by focusing on:
- Linear Speed & Acceleration: Mastering the mechanics of the first three steps to explode past competition.
- Lateral Quickness & Deceleration: Learning how to change direction on a dime without losing momentum — or risking injury.
- Sport-Specific Agility: Translating raw track speed directly onto the football field, basketball court, or diamond.
- Confidence & Mentality: Building the mental toughness and self-belief required to compete at the highest level.
More Than Just Training — We Are a Family
Because Coach Anthony and Coach Jesse are fathers first, the environment at Howles Speed University is built on a foundation of mentorship, discipline, and encouragement. They know how to push young athletes to break past their comfort zones while keeping the environment positive, engaging, and structured.
We don't just train athletes for their next game; we prepare them for the long haul.
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Whether your child is taking their very first steps into competitive youth sports or looking to secure a spot on a high school varsity roster, Howles Speed University has a place for them.
Are you ready to leave the competition behind? Welcome to the U. Welcome to Howles Speed University.
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