Please read the frequently-asked-questions below for an overview of the sports performance training offered at TopSpeed or select an option from the drop-down menu to the left to learn about other services that are provided.

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How Do We Enroll?

Step 1 - Download the athlete questionnaire and goal setting forms via the "Sign-up Paperwork" link on the front page of the site

Step 2 - Click the "Schedule an Appt" link above or on the front page of this site and create a profile

Step 3 - For ages 12+ select the Advanced Strength & Speed tab then chose a day/time from the online calendar

Step 4 - Enter any applicable promo codes and pay for the selected service or package

-Please Note that during the School Year we can only do new client intake with baseline testing on Tuesdays, Thursdays or Weekends-

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Why Train with TopSpeed?

For high school athletes looking to play in college and their parents the answer is simple, we want to help you receive maximal education at minimal cost - to date TopSpeed athletes are estimated to have earned more than $6 million in athletic scholarships. We do this by enhancing athletic performance, reducing the risk of injury, and stressing the importance of academics.

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For pro athletes we want to help you get maximum value out of your unique skillset and lengthen the window of opportunity to be a professional athlete. We do this by enhancing your athletic ability and also creating a more resilient body - lessening the chance of you getting injured - through our focus on tissue integrity and kinetic load tolerance.

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How is training at TopSpeed different?

The TopSpeed training program is unique in that it is more concerned with the athleticism expressed on the field rather than loading weight on a bar. Athletes commonly tell us that their coaches and teammates remark that our athletes are noticeably faster, quicker, jumping higher and throwing harder after just a few short weeks in the program.

Training sessions are tailored to the individual in response to the demand of the upcoming events in an effort to achieve "peak performance". Unlike other sports performance training facilities, the workouts at the TopSpeed facility are designed specifically to meet the demands relative to the person performing them. These are not pre-written “cookie-cutter” workout programs like you see distributed at many high schools and facilities. Coach Potts is the only coach in the region who has coached athletes that have gone on from the amateur to professional level in football, baseball, and basketball under his direct tutelage. His knowledge of multiple training methodologies can be trusted to provide eye-popping results for athletes from any sport.

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Another benefit to choosing TopSpeed is that you remain an individual, unlike some of the other facilities in the Kansas City area you will not train with an overly large group. Sessions are capped in size so that each athlete can receive adequate attention from the coaches on-site and avoid “slipping through the cracks” so to speak. This allows for workouts to be tweaked mid-session, which helps the athlete improve their performance at a faster rate, and also greatly reduces their risk of injury.

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What are the costs?

Despite offering the highest level of sports performance enhancement in the area, training at TopSpeed is reasonably priced with packages available to fit all budgets AND a discount offered for multi-athlete families as well as athletes who maintain a GPA at or above 3.0 - please check out the options page for more information or email with questions.

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What age groups will you work with?

Based upon current research provided by Dr. Avery Faigenbaum at the 2015 Midwest Sports Performance Conference, we will now accept athletes as young as 6 years old to begin training at the facility via the Youth Training Class, this class is designed to accommodate the development of athletes ages 6-11 years of age, assuming they display adequate emotional maturity to accept and follow directions.

According to Dr. Faigenbaum, waiting until adolescence to begin strength-training may potentially lessen a persons “ceiling of athletic potential”. Hall of Fame Strength Coach Al Vermeil also made this point during the National Strength & Conditioning Coaches Conference, that the largest window of potential-development may occur prior to puberty.

Dr. Faigenbaum's research also showed that zero growth plate fractures occurred within properly structured youth training programs according to a meta-analysis of the scientific literature available for youth strength-training. One important note regarding the aforementioned absence of injuries, this is speaking on properly structured programs led by certified coaches and based on scientific foundations. Not programs that promote “AMRAP” such as Crossfit or the parent-led workout sessions that many youth sports teams perform. Please bear that in mind when considering a program.

 

What is the enrollment process?

A step-by-step description is at the top of this page. You can also access the sign-up paperwork by clicking here. We ask that you also email Coach Potts directly to find a mutually agreeable day and time for baseline testing. The next step is to signup via our online client management service (MindBody) where you can purchase training sessions and enroll in available time slots. Once the athlete has created a profile with the MindBody service and purchased their training session or package they can then select an available time slot. Please note, workouts are approximately 60 minutes in length but our MindBody site allows for enrollment in 30 minute blocks. This wave format is to allow athletes to begin their sessions at half-hour intervals (i.e. several athletes can begin their workout at 1PM while several others begin their workouts at 130PM, but all of the workouts are 60 minutes in length).

At the first session the athlete will undergo baseline performance-testing and an introductory workout at a much reduced volume and intensity than he or she would normally undertake. After that session Coach Potts will assess the athletes’ scores and consider their stated goals and workout performance prior to recommending a course of action for the future.

 

Who are some of the notable athletes to go through the TopSpeed program?

Here is a brief list of notable athletes that have worked with Coach Potts at various points;

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• Ekow Boye-Doe - Signed by the Kansas City Chiefs after the 2023 NFL Draft, Boye-Doe ran a sub-4.3 forty yard dash at his 2023 KSU NFL Pro Day.

• Robert Moore - Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2nd round of the 2022 MLB Draft, Robert was a All-SEC infielder for the Arkansas Razorbacks after his prep career at Shawnee Mission East.

• Jackson Lovich - the 2022 Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year in Kansas, Jackson was drafted by the NY Mets prior to embarking for college to play for the University of Missouri.

• Lucas Krull - Signed by the New Orelans Saints after the 2022 NFL Draft, Krull was orignally drafted by the San Fransico Giants before switching to football and playing at the University of Florida and University of Pittburgh where he was a favorite target of  future 1st round pick Kenny Pickett.

• CJ Perez - Perez, named to the Rimington Award Watch List while at Temple University, spent time with rhe Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills prior to signing with the Philadelphia Stars of the USFL in 2022.

• Bryce Torneden - Drafted by the Pittsburgh Maulers in the 2022 USFL Draft after running a 4.39 forty yard dash at the 2021 KU Pro Day.

• Kelly McKee - a Track & Field athlete, Kelly qualified for the 2020 Olympic Trials in the triple jump during her final season at the University of Virginia where she was an All-American in 2018 and 2019 along with the #1 triple jumper in school history.

• Tyreek Hill - a WR for the KC Chiefs, Tyreek trained with TopSpeed prior to the 2018 season at the advice of fellow NFL players and his agent. During that 2018 season he set career highs for catches, yards and touchdowns.

• Steven Nelson - a CB for the KC Chiefs, Nelson trained with TopSpeed before and during the 2018 season where he set career highs for tackles and interceptions. After the season he signed a 3-year contract for $25.5 million with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

• Albert Wilson -  a WR for the Kansas City Chiefs, Albert began training at TopSpeed on the advice of his agent prior to the 2017 season, that season he set career highs in catches, yards, touchdowns, including a 10-catch/147-yard performance against the Denver Broncos. He also set a new career-long with a 63 yard touchdown versus the Oakland Raiders. 

• Terrance Mitchell - a CB for the Kansas City Chiefs, Terrance began training at TopSpeed prior to the 2017 season, that season he went on to set new career highs in tackles, passes defended and interceptions. He finished the 2017 NFL regular season tied for #4 in interceptions and #5 in pass deflections.

• Alex Lange - Drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 1st round of the 2017 MLB Draft. Alex began training at TopSpeed prior to his junior year at LSU, that season he would be named 2nd Team All-American, 1st Team All-SEC, ABCA All-South Region, and LSWA Pitcher of the Year after going 10-5 with a 2.97 ERA. Finished #2 in the nation with 150 strikeouts and #2 all-time at LSU with 406 strikeouts for his career.

• Riley Pint - Drafted by the Colorado Rockies with the #4 overall pick in the 2016 MLB Draft. Threw 102mph prior to his senior year, up from the 85mph he threw as a freshman when he began training with TopSpeed.

• Blake Lillis - Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers during the 2016 MLB Draft. Velocity improved from 83 to 91 mph when he began training at TopSpeed as a junior.

• Dexter McDonald – Drafted by the Oakland Raiders in 2015 NFL Draft, ran 4.35 and jumped 40.5” inches at his NFL Pro Day workout. Led the Oakland Raiders in pass deflections during the 2017 NFL season.

• De'Vante Bausby – Cornerback for the Denver Broncos, ran a 4.35 and jumped 37” inches at his NFL Pro Day workout.

• Cassius Sendish – Invited to mini-camp by the Cleveland Browns prior to 2015 season. Signed to play in the CFL prior to the 2016 season.

• Christian Ballard – Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 2011 NFL Draft, fastest defensive tackle at 2011 NFL Combine.

• Danny Duffy –  pitcher for the KC Royals, now with the LA Dodgers.

• Mike Moustakas – 3rd baseman for the KC Royals, now with the Milwaukee Brewers.

• Kristina Santiago – Professional basketball player, 3-time Champion and MVP of the Bulgarian League.

• Eric Hosmer – 1st baseman for the KC Royals, now with the San Diego Padres.

• Reshard Langford – Veteran of four NFL seasons with the Eagles, Chiefs, and Lions. Now an Assistant Strength & Conditioning coach for the Minnesota Vikings.

• Anna Nostrant – Member of Team USA (Bobsled), selected as an alternate for 2018 Winter Olympics.

• David Lough – MLB outfielder, placed 8th place in Rookie of the Year voting during 2013 season.

• Clay Rhodes – Offensive Tackle for the Mizzou Tigers.

• Jenna Caffrey – NCAA All-American in Track & Field (hurdles) at Iowa State University.

• Paulo Orlando – Outfielder for the KC Royals.