Peter R.

Horváth László (Testimonial)

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing in my capacity as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for FTC Women’s Soccer in Hungary to provide a professional reference for Mr. Péter Raffai. Mr. Raffai and I have collaborated extensively in the physical development of both youth and senior soccer players. He has applied modern sport diagnostic measurements at FTC, conducting various performance analyses that have significantly supported our team’s training and development programs. Throughout our collaboration, Mr. Raffai has consistently demonstrated exceptional knowledge and expertise in applied sport science. His contributions in movement analysis, strength and conditioning, and athlete performance evaluation have been invaluable. He has shown remarkable innovation, professionalism, and commitment to improving athletic performance and reducing injury risk at both individual and team levels. Sincerely, Horváth László Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, FTC Women’s Soccer Budapest, Hungary

Németh Tamás (Testimonial)

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing in my capacity as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Veszprém Handball Academy and as a member of the Executive Board of the Hungarian Society of Human Kinesiologists to provide a professional reference for Mr. Péter Raffai in support of his application to the Ph.D. program in Exercise Physiology at University of Miami. Mr. Raffai and I have studied together in the MSc Human Kinesiology program, and we have collaborated extensively in professional handball, particularly in the field of movement analysisand athlete performance evaluation. Throughout his professional career, Mr. Raffai has consistently demonstrated exceptional knowledge and skill in both applied and research aspects of sport science. His contributions in movement analysis, strength and conditioning, and athlete development have been invaluable in professional team settings. He has shown outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing performance and reducing injury risk for athletes at the highest level. Since 2025, Mr. Raffai has been granted an O-1 visa for individuals with extraordinary ability, allowing him to continue his professional career in the United States, further advancing his expertise and contributions to the field of sport science. I am confident that Mr. Raffai will make valuable contributions to the Ph.D. program at UM and the broader academic community in sport and exercise science. He has my strongest recommendation. Sincerely, Németh Tamás Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Veszprém Handball Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach, Hungarian National Youth Handball Team Executive Board Member, Hungarian Society of Human Kinesiologists

Miklós Tóth, MD, PhD, DSc (Testimonial)

I am writing in my capacity as President of the Hungarian Society of Sport Science and as Chaiman of the Department of Health Sciences and Sport Medicine of the Hungarian University of Sports Science to provide a professional reference for Mr. Péter Raffai in support of his application to the Ph.D. program in Teaching and Learning, Concentration in Sport and Exercise Science at Florida International University. Mr. Raffai has been a member of the Hungarian Society of Sport Science, an organization dedicated to advancing research, education, and practical applications in sport science, physical education, and human performance. The Society, in collaboration with the Hungarian University of Sports Science, recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding expertise in the field of sport science. Throughout his professional career, Mr. Raffai has consistently demonstrated exceptional knowledge and skill in both applied and research aspects of sport science. As Head Video Analyst at the Honvéd Basketball Academy, he made significant contributions in movement analysis, athlete performance evaluation, and coaching support. He presented his research on advanced movement analysis systems at the Hungarian Young Sport Scientists Conference, which was subsequently published in the Hungarian Review of Sport Science: Raffai, P. (2022). “Examination of Local Positioning System’s Vertical Jump Height,” Hungarian Review of Sport Science, 23(99), 35–36. Beyond his research, Mr. Raffai actively contributes to athlete development and performance improvement, helping secure national championships and demonstrating leadership, innovation, and commitment to excellence in sport science. His contributions have been recognized by national experts and reflect his capacity to succeed in an advanced academic and research environment. Since 2025, Mr. Raffai has been granted an O-1 visa for individuals with extraordinary ability, allowing him to continue his professional career in the United States, further advancing his expertise and contribution to the field of sport science. Mr. Raffai is a dedicated sportsman in decathlon with 18 years of experience, having won the National Championship in 2018. I am confident that Mr. Raffai will make valuable contributions to the Ph.D. program at FIU and the broader academic community in sport and exercise science. He has my strongest recommendation.

Noelle (Testimonial)

With faith, persistence, and Coach Peter's outstanding training, I know that I will run for the first time in my life. If his expertise can serve to revive and train a body that has never functioned correctly in 40 years, what can he do for you!!?? Diagnosed with a rare neuromuscular disorder as a toddler, I'd only known physical insufficiency and limitation. Though I believed the prognosis could be overcome, decades of moving incorrectly established bad habits and restricted my potential. I'd long hoped for someone who could understand how my nerves and muscles were functioning and what was needed for them to work harmoniously and at full capacity. Scores of neurologists, instructors, therapists, body workers, doctors, alternative healthcare practitioners, etc., could not comprehend my condition nor provide meaningful help. When I met Coach Peter in Autumn 2024, my balance, stamina, core strength, movement confidence, and muscular control were poor. Parts of me just didn't work and I did not know how to make them work. After only 6-8 weeks of training sessions I could walk without assistive devices, I could exercise longer and stronger with better results, I could walk farther without needing to rest, I could move quicker with more confidence, and recently I started to walk my dog. I was never able to do that. Coach Peter is intelligent, funny, kind, patient, focused, determined to find solutions, and an excellent discerner of what is needed and how to get there. He easily saw the root of my situation and his methods are actually reprogramming me so I can become physically able! That's astounding. If you believe that you can be better, stronger, faster, healthier, or more proficient, but need expert insight into how to make it happen, Coach Peter is the man.