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University of Toledo (OH)
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14 years
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Qualified Private Coach

Melvin L.
Football
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Former collegiate and pro football player with extensive high school coaching experience. I like to focus on fundamentals that will help progress athletes to the next level. View all coaching experience
Training Locations
Packages
1 session package with Coach Melvin. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$75 1 session + applicable fees
3 session package with Coach Melvin. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$215 3 sessions ($72/ea) + applicable fees
5 session package with Coach Melvin. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$325 5 sessions ($65/ea) + applicable fees
10 session package with Coach Melvin. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$600 10 sessions ($60/ea) + applicable fees
Learn different methods of increasing coordination. As well as learning better running form. And different techniques at your specific position.
Session Length: 30 minutes
$25 1 session + applicable fees
This package is for the advanced athlete who is already established and looking for techniques to put them over the top of everyone else
Session Length: 30 minutes
$100 5 sessions ($20/ea) + applicable fees
Bring a brother/buddy to train with you
Session Length: 1 hour
$100 1 session + applicable fees
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Tight End, Wide Receiver, Running Back, Quarterback, Offensive Line, Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back
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Cutting, Tackling, Hand Placement, Throwing, Route Running, Pass Defense, Jamming, Footwork, Catching, Blocking
Credentials
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University of Toledo (OH)
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14 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Tight End, Wide Receiver, Running Back, Quarterback, Offensive Line, Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back
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Cutting, Tackling, Hand Placement, Throwing, Route Running, Pass Defense, Jamming, Footwork, Catching, Blocking
More About Coach Melvin
Qualifications
• Excellent personal motivation with a proven ability to build and work collaboratively in a strong team concept environment, and independently.
• Focused, versatile, dependable, multi-task oriented, flexible, positive, emotionally stable, able to adapt effectively to challenging and a variety of diverse situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people. Proven success in initiating, promoting and maintaining strong interpersonal relations. Able to deal courteously and professionally with the general public.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze situations accurately and effectively.
Educational Background
Graduated from Jesup W. Scott High School in June of 1996. Graduated from the University of Toledo in December of 2005. I have my Bachelor of Arts degree in the field of Sports Administration.
Coaching experience
• Jesup W. Scott High School Toledo, OH 2004-2005 special teams coordinator
• Boyd H. Anderson High School Fort Lauderdale, FL 2006, 2008, 2009, 2015 Passing game coordinator, wide receivers coach, JV offensive coordinator, special teams coordinator, JV Head Coach
• University School in Davie, FL 2010 6th grade assistant, 2011 JV offensive coordinator, varsity special teams quality control
• Blanche Ely High School in Pompano Beach, FL Varsity wide receivers coach, offensive coordinator 2012, 2013
JP Taravella high school in Coral Springs, FL Varsity offensive coordinator 2016, 2021 Wide receivers coach 2016-2018 Special teams coordinator 2017 Defensive coordinator 2018-2020
Athletic Background
• University of Toledo 1997-2000
• Philadelphia Eagles NFL 2001, 2002 training camp
• B.C. Lions CFL 2001-2002
• Mohegan Wolves AF2 2003
• Manchester Wolves AF2 2004, 2007
• Bakersfield Blitz AF2 2005
• Rio Grande Valley Dorados AF2 2006, 2007
• Austin Wranglers AF2 2008
• South Georgia Wildcats AF2 2009
I like to focus on eliminating wasted movement that most young athletes have, while optimizing body movement. I like to let my athletes use the given athletic talent, and just improve on the fundamentals of their position.
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Client Reviews
Ken (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is a great coach! My son is somewhat new to football, but Melvin ensured he felt comfortable and began working on fundamentals. Coach showed patience and has a great way of communicating. Highly recommend.
Cristina (CoachUp client)
Very thorough and skilled. He also uses positive reinforcement which makes my son look forward to every session. Excellent coach.
Dr. Bibi (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin has been working with my son David for a bit now. David loves the drills and coach Melvin knows how to focus on key areas he needs to work on. We will definitely be continuing with Coach Melvin.
Todd (CoachUp client)
My 11 year old son loved his first session with Coach Melvin, and we plan on many more!
Emily (CoachUp client)
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Richard (CoachUp client)
Super professional.
Elisa (CoachUp client)
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Rasha (CoachUp client)
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Michelle (CoachUp client)
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Leo (CoachUp client)
incredible knowledge of the game and excellent drills to develop position specific skills
Mike (CoachUp client)
We came all the way from Western Canada to train with Coach Melvin and it was well worth it. He knew the CFL and NFL game which really helped us. He is kind, patient and definitely took my son’s DB skills to the next level. I highly recommend you book a session.
Nicole (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is AMAZING! He is very knowledgeable about all positions especially the position my son is training for! We are beyond pleased with this coach!
Erice (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is great with the kids and his practices are very productive. My boys always look forward to working out with him.
Kelly (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was great!
Janelle (CoachUp client)
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Nicolas (CoachUp client)
Did great teaching my son the basics and understanding before starting his first year in pads. Highly recommended
Pamela (CoachUp client)
Coach Mel is a very good coach.. my son really liked him!!
Desiree (CoachUp client)
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Molly (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is great. My 12 year old son loved his first lesson. They worked on running and receiving and foot work. So happy he’s finally learning proper technique from a professional!
Tricia (CoachUp client)
Working with coach Melvin was a pleasure. Professional and responsive from the start. Communicated promptly in setting up our coaching session and answering our questions. Once on the field he was positive and encouraged our son to learn new skills. Coach Melvin even sent a follow up email with tips he focused on during the training session. We highly recommend coach Melvin and I'm sure we will look to train with him again.
David (CoachUp client)
Amazing energy and really cares about his coaching!
Cindy (CoachUp client)
Great coach. My son is learning and improving his skills.
Chrissie (CoachUp client)
According to my son, Coach Melvin has helped him throw farther, run faster, and catch better. These are all skills that our son wanted to focus on as a quarterback. We love Coach Melvin!
Jovan (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is great. He’s teaching my kid a lot and my kid likes working with him. With the help of coach Melvin, I’m sure that he will be prepared for next year high school football season.
Kristen (CoachUp client)
Helped my daughter a lot with QB drills consisting of throwing and working on footwork. 100% recommend.
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Michael (CoachUp client)
My boys (13 and 15) got a lot from the sessions. Efficiency of movement, drills to do on their own. Very knowledgeable coach
Joe (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is a wonderful human being. He has lots of patience. Very high energy and always positive. Any age- male/female who wants to learn football and get into conditioning should not hesitate to hire him.
Christina (CoachUp client)
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Justin (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is a 5-Star coach. I’m a collegiate athlete and didn’t know what to expect. Coach really knows his stuff and cares about the quality of his work. I got better. That’s all I could ask for. I’d recommend him in a heartbeat.
Stephen (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is a great coach. He worked with my 13 year old son in preparing for spring football. His attention to detail is impressive and his ability to encourage while holding my son accountable for working hard is an asset all coaches wish they had. I will be using his services again and highly recommend him.
Mo (CoachUp client)
Great time and experience with the coach
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Valeria (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is very attentive, motivating, and pushes our son to do his best. Our son responds well to coach Melvin’s positive training and pushes him to where we have seen results. Our son is always looking forward to his next workout, which is a sign that he is enjoying working with coach.
Anuar (CoachUp client)
Very nice person to work with
Eric (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was great with my 8 year old son! He ran some great drills, doesn’t overwhelm kids with too much info, but definitely helps bring out and develop their natural abilities.
Christina (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was great. He really took the time to break things down for my son and really work fundamentals.
Keith (CoachUp client)
Outstanding coach. Tremendous knowledge and knows exactly what needs to be worked on.
Edward (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is a great coach I recommend him highly
Mackensley (CoachUp client)
Great coach
Patrick (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was amazing with my son! He took the time to explain all the fine points that he needed for his improvement as a quarterback! He really knows how stuff and pays very careful attention to detail. I will be booking more sessions.
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Samantha Pearl (CoachUp client)
Thank you Coach Melvin! Coach Melvin is supportive, focused and knowledgeable. His training and techniques are valuable and useful. He is a motivator with a positive attitude. My son loves him. He communicates very well with my 10 year old. He provides a positive coaching environment for my son. He is definitely worth the investment.
Jamie (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is great! He is very knowledgeable, passionate, prompt and easy to work with. I highly recommend coach Melvin!!
Cammy (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is absolutely amazing! My son has very little football experience and he left the very first session with lots of confidence that he can do it! He said Coach Melvin was awesome and he had fun! Coach was patient and encouraging! He made it fun! I can’t wait to see the progress my son will make with the next sessions!! Thanks Coach!!
Sheila (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin training and techniques have helped my son a lot. I would definitely recommend Coach Melvin!
Wendy (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is excellent. He can detect weaknesses and work on them. He knows his craft and my son is learning a lot from him.
Devin (CoachUp client)
Great coach!!
Jorge (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was great! Very little down time. He came prepared and moved quickly between drills to maximize practice time. He did a great job explaining drills and the reasoning behind them.
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Jasmine (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is great, we saw improvements in our son after just one session! We are definitely booking more sessions!
Damon (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin’s training session with both my sons (ages 7 and 9) went very well. He was prepared and presented them with challenging age appropriate drills. Looking forward to booking future sessions!
Milyn (CoachUp client)
Wonderful to work with
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Michelle (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is fantastic! My son, C.J. is already showing improvement after only 2 lessons. Coach Melvin is providing great tips and techniques that my son has been able to easily adopt to his personal style and form.
Stephanie (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was great with my child. Very knowledgeable and a good trainer!
April (CoachUp client)
We’ve only had one session, but if that was an indication of how the remaining sessions will be, I’m very impressed! Coach Melvin is training my 13-year old grandson.
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Michael (CoachUp client)
Awesome son loved him 😊😊😊😊😊😊
Yaakov (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin really helps me out! My throwing, catching, and footwork improved a lot!
Jerry (CoachUp client)
Great session. My son learned a lot in just one session
Cassie (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is amazing with my 12 year old son. He makes sure to use positive, constructive criticism when coaching him. Coach Melvin is flexible and communicates effectively. I like that he pushes my son to be better - using appropriate drills, and teaching necessary skills. I highly recommend Coach Melvin for anyone hoping to gain proper techniques and skill to better their game.
Rebecca (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was great. He gave my son, Josh some excellent advice And my son is looking forward to his next session.
Jerome (CoachUp client)
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Julian (CoachUp client)
Great coach knows the game very well
Samantha (CoachUp client)
My Son has his first practice with coach Melvin last week! He was awesome!!!! One hour of great coaching!!! Can’t wait for out next meet!
Karen (CoachUp client)
Awesome thank you
Joe (CoachUp client)
Coach Long was great with my 12 year old son, improving not only his game but his self-esteem as well! Boca's best-kept secret for sure!
Jake (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is a first class football trainer. He does not waste one second of the hour time frame with you son. pro style drills and great focus on proper fundamentals. He will make your son do over and over until it is right. But, does so in a way that the kids really respect and want to perform.
Gerald (CoachUp client)
Great coach. All his techniques where on point and he always give advice in each drills when they are needed. Would definitely refer coach Melvin
Avi (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin s a great coach and helps me tons!!!
Sophia (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin is awesome! He knows the game, and is great at teaching it because it’s a passion of his. He is encouraging while he is teaching, which inspires the athlete to do their best. My son learned a lot, and can’t wait for his next session. Definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone.
Chrystal (CoachUp client)
Great coach takes his time and works with the student.
Eric (CoachUp client)
Outstanding! Everything that was done was done in a way the kids understood and enjoyed. Super start!
Seth (CoachUp client)
Great teacher!
Mark (CoachUp client)
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Ted (CoachUp client)
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Harrison (CoachUp client)
Very knowledgeable. Worked well with me, he got on my level and ensured I understood everything. Very straightforward which worked great for me.
Betsy (CoachUp client)
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Betsey (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin really knows the sport. He was very patient with my son and worked very well with him.. training was great and my son really likes him..We plan to continue training with him!
Michael (CoachUp client)
Excellent coaching skills, my son looks forward to his Sunday morning one on one football lessons from Coach Melvin.
He's becoming a better skilled player one game at a time.
Gardy (CoachUp client)
Amazing coach, great drills
Nick (CoachUp client)
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Gregory (CoachUp client)
Great coach
Alberto (CoachUp client)
Best football coach, very patient and knows what he's doing, really learned a lot in an hour.
Kenny (CoachUp client)
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Vanessa (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin had great tips and technique suggestions that my son will be applying on the field this week.
Sandi (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was on time, personable, and brought sports equipment to use. My son had an enjoyable hour with him and learned helpful football skills. We hope to set up another session with him soon.
Beth (CoachUp client)
After extensive research, we chose Coach Melvin to help prepare our 12-year-old son for football tryouts at a new school. We made an excellent decision, and cannot say enough about Coach Melvin. After the first session, our son said he learned more in one hour than in his past two football seasons combined. He loved it so much, that he begged for the next sessions to last two hours each! Coach Melvin is extremely knowledgeable, dedicated, and encouraging to our son. If your son loves football, is committed to hard work, and receptive to learning, Coach Melvin will most definitely be able to take your son to the next level.
Maria (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin was a great coach. A professional with great experience and great rapport with my son. My son really enjoyed his session with Coach Melvin and is looking forward to the next session. Highly recommend Coach Melvin!
Terence (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin brings experience that provides both the skills and maintains the interest of my two boys age 8 and 10 years old. After multiple sessions I am seeing results on multiple levels.
Gabriel (CoachUp client)
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Brian (CoachUp client)
Coach Melvin worked with my son and did a great job! I would recommend Coach Melvin. Brian
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