Customer Testimonials

"Erik lives and breathes football.  In two hours Erik taught my son more than he had learned in an entire season of football.  He teaches the details that most people miss in a fun way that addresses the unique needs of young teens." - John Urh - Indian Trail, North Carolina

'My son, Will, has learned an incredible amount of techniques to help him become a better player.  He has enjoyed the two football camps that he has attended.  It is truly a learning event. And the kids love it.  Your child will benefit by the early jump on things. Especially if they are a newcomer to the sport.  The camp has grown tremendously since inception.  Which is a testament to our growing youth football program.  Keep up the great work." - Russell Moncure - Indian Trail, North Carolina

"Having (almost) gone through a whole season of Football with Erik and a summer of training, I can honestly say my son is not only a better football player but a better athlete in general. He works harder, complains less, and is more of a team player both on and off the field. I attribute much of this to the coaching and training he has had with Erik. My son is a better kid having gone through this program! Thank You!"
- Sonni Tower - Indian Trail, North Carolina

"Our son Michael has participated in several speed and agility camps.  We have had a wonderful experience with the camps.  Coach Erik does a great job individualizing the activities for the kids, based on their skills and needs.  The camp not only instructs the kids on proper techniques, but it also helps them to understand why the new techniques will benefit them in their sports.  The camps are structured so that the kids learn a lot in each session, but they also do it in a way that is fun. Michael has learned many techniques he can use throughout his life to improve his overall fitness.  Our son has increased his fitness level, speed and quickness very noticeable.  He is more confident in his running.  We plan to continue to attend any speed and agility camps in the future that are sponsored by Union County Sports and Coach Erik." - Leslie & David McGinness - Matthews, NC

"As a father, I have always taken a keen interest in the coaching and training my sons have received.  Regarding the speed camp they attended this past summer, which was put on by Coaches Saunders and Vagnone, I feel they both gained a great deal of knowledge concerning first steps, direction of first steps, how to gain a half step of speed by having the entire body act as one.  Both of my sons previously had not used their arms as a means to enhance their speed. The coaches showed them how to make the leap to gaining that half a step or even full step on their competition. That advantage is huge and makes this camp well worth the time and effort." - Fred Clark - Mint Hill, NC

"My son participated in 2008 he enjoyed the instruction and the coaches made the experience fun for the kids.  Union County Sports used new techniques to teach fundamentals.  The results were noticeable during the next season.  I was impressed by the professional attitude of the coaches and the way they broke down the exercises to reach each child and push them to their potential.  I thought the on line performance reviews were cool too. I would highly recommend the program.  My son will be back this year. Regards" - Brian G. Cook - Indian Trail NC

"The agility camp program is a great value delivering great results!   The speed and agility camp greatly enhanced Brandon 's conditioning during the off-season.  Quite frankly, my hope for the program was to enable Brandon to maintain his fitness and weight requirements for the upcoming football season, but the program exceeded my expectations allowing him the opportunity to greatly increase his foot quickness and overall speed.  I highly recommend the agility camp and will be participating again this year!" - Michael Smith – Indian Trail

"My son is not very athletic and always wanted to be indoors watching TV or playing video games.  We have tried lots of sports but football has been his most rewarding.  I have seen multiple improvements in him, both physically and emotionally.   He has increased his running speed; he is more active on a day to day basis; and is not so quick to give up when something fails or doesn’t go his way. Slowly Nate’s confidence has built, not just in football skills, but with school work and everyday responsibilities and activities.  It has been wonderful to watch my child mature in a short time and I contribute a lot of that to his participation in the Pop Warner sports program. Coach Erik helps train the boys for the sport and relates the training to life lessons.  They learn the true value of teamwork and understanding their part on the team.  He strives to show each child how important they are without the concentration being on winning or striving to be the “star” player.   The goal taught is to be the best at what position you are given.  With this, the kids get so much more than just sport training.  They learn they each have an important part in something greater." - Lisa Sedberry - Indian Trail, NC

"I think the speed camp provided by Coach Erik and Coach Mike was great.  It not only gets you faster, but teaches you how to run for speed.  It helps increase your leg strength and stamina.  I would recommend this speed camp to anyone who wants to get quicker." - Fred Clark - Jr. Participant - 12 years old

"I think your speed camp was a great camp.  It did get me faster.  I learned to run better and not wobble my arms.  I learned to pump my elbows backward and to punch the air forwards.  I learned to take a step in the direction I am going instead of taking a step backwards and then going.  It was a great camp." - Paul Clark - Participant - 11 years old