David Jack

General Manager / Performance Specialist | Coach djack@catzsports.com

Nicknames: DJ

College: CCSU

Degree: Bachelors in Communications & Sociology

Sports Played:

Achievements:

-All-American IAA

-1st Team ECAC

-Captain

-Created Sports + Life a wellness curriculum for school

-Named Men's Health Expert

-Involved in youth fitness revolution nationally

-Harvard steps with J. Frisch in under 30 minutes on the hottest day of summer

Experience:

-10 years training experience

-Mentors include Mike Morris (Patriots/Tampa Bay) & BJ Baker (Red Sox)

-Has coached kids at every level & sport including professional athletes from NFL, MLB, UFC & MLS

Work-Out Play List:

Doesn't matter, just gotta have it.

Favorite...

Word: Can (training sick!)

Work-out: One that tests my limits physically & mentally

Food: Steak & ice cream

Place to Visit: Home (where I grew up) & Bora Bora Tahiti for Vacation

TV Show: Don't have one. Like a few.

Movie: Braveheart

Scar: Lots, have to say my left arm from when I fell out of a car. 16, tore it up!

Superhero: The Hulk

Quote:

"Treat others as you want to be treated."

What can't you live without?

My family (my wife Wendy & girls Ava & Ella)

What inspires you?

God & passionate people.

What are you most known for?

I guess my friendliness, energy & heart.

David has extensive experience in the fitness niche of the health market. Since 1998, he has developed and refined speed, strength, and wellness programs with a specific focus on athletes.

His experience includes:

Developing, and teaching, various training methods for athletes and teams ranging from age 8 to the professional level, both male and female.

Providing nutritional products and information to various clients including, the Boston Red Sox.

Creating and instructing a curriculum for students in schools known as “Sports and Life,” offering students leadership and wellness tools.

Board of Directors for CMU (Central Mass United) soccer federation.

David has worked with various professional teams, athletes, organizations and professional players associations in his career, including NFL, MLB, IMG (International Management Group) the Boston Red Sox, and the New England Revolution. Mr. Jack has also assisted in the development of innovative athletic training protocols and facilities throughout the North East.

"The body is usually willing to go farther than your mind will allow. Your mind can only take your body as far as it is prepared to go. Mastering this balance for yourself unlocks true potential."

Shane Davenport

Performance Director | Coach | FMS Certified sdavenport@catzsports.com

Nickname: Davs

College: Lafayette College

Degree: Sociology & Anthropology

Sports Played: College Football

Achievements:

-2 1-AA Football Conference Championships

-435 lbs Raw Bench Press

-355 lbs Hang Clean

-Co-Champion of our Ultimate Fitness Challenge

Shane first started training with CATZ Acton in preparation for his JR. Season with Lafayette College Football. Prior to Graduation, he found his passion for the industry while training a number of teammates for their NFL Proday's and tryouts.

Upon Graduation he chose to pursue a career in Strength and Conditioning where he joined the team at CATZ Acton and has been with us ever since. He has and continues to work with athletes of all ages and abilities ranging from 8 year olds to Elite College and Professional Competitors.

Mike Craven

Assistant Performance Director | Coach | NSCA CPT, CISSN Nutritional Counselor, FMS Certified mcraven@catzsports.com

Mike has been with CATZ Acton for nearly two years. Mike interned with CATZ during his undergrad at Springfield College, and upon graduating at the top of his class joined the team full-time.

Mike has a tireless passion for the strength and conditioning industry and uses his skills and experience to create training programs that integrate appopriate exercise prescription and lifestyle management considerations.