Kevin Fitzgerald

Kevin Fitzgerald, a.k.a. "Coach Fitz," is the President & CEO of Elite Athletic Events, LLC (Mt. Juliet, Tenn.). Prior to founding EAE, he was a partner and director of athletics for PrepChamps, where he created athletic combines and events. He was a collegiate strength & conditioning coach for more than 10 years at Florida State University, University of Notre Dame, and Vanderbilt University. As the head assistant S&C coach at FSU, he was responsible for the organization and execution of their NFL Pro Days.

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What Is Grayshirting and Are You at Risk?

December 4, 2012 | Kevin Fitzgerald

"Grayshirting" is a college recruiting practice that few student-athletes and their parents understand or even know about. Grayshirting is when a student-athlete gives and receives a verbal commitment but must delay his or her enrollment and eligibility until the second semester. Many...

Get an "A" on the L-Drill During Combine Testing

September 28, 2012 | Kevin Fitzgerald

The L-Drill, or 3-Cone Drill, is one of the major tests to evaluate football players every year at the NFL Combine, College Pro Days and other combines across the country. It's a great indicator of a player's quickness and ability...

Tricks to Getting a College Football Scholarship

August 30, 2012 | Kevin Fitzgerald

Each year, more high school football players are seeking college scholarships than the total number available. Unless you're a blue chipper being courted by several programs, it's going to take some hard work to set yourself apart from others in the hunt. Learning...

Combine Testing: Pro-Agility Shuttle

July 10, 2012 | Kevin Fitzgerald

The Pro-Agility Shuttle is a key test used by coaches and scouts to evaluate football players at the NFL Combine, college pro days and other football combines across the country. It is a great way to assess a player's quickness...