Meet The Team

With a deep foundation in strength and conditioning, corrective exercise, biomechanics, and mobility training, DJ has built a reputation for designing highly individualized programs that address the specific needs of each athlete. His approach blends science-based methodologies with practical application to maximize performance while reducing injury risk.

As the creator of the acclaimed Elite Baseball Program, DJ has worked with a wide spectrum of athletes, from rising high school prospects to MLB veterans. His track record includes 100+ players selected in the MLB Draft, highlighted by 7 first-round picks, multiple All-Stars, a Silver Slugger recipient, and a Gold Glove winner.

Under DJ's leadership, Push Performance has become a trusted training partner for all 30 Major League Baseball organizations and currently serves over 100 professional baseball athletes.

Ashley Edwards is the Co-Owner of Push Performance and plays a vital role in shaping the health, recovery, and performance strategies for the athletes the facility serves. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Integrated Physiology from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

With a strong foundation in both science and healthcare, Ashley developed a deep passion for nutrition while working in the medical field and alongside athletes at Push Performance. She pursued certification as a Nutrition Coach through Precision Nutrition.

Ashley specializes in helping athletes optimize their fueling and recovery strategies to perform at their highest level. Her evidence-based, personalized approach has empowered countless athletes to improve their eating habits, enhance recovery, and gain a competitive edge both on and off the field.

As Operations Coordinator at Push Performance, Cody plays a vital leadership role in streamlining day-to-day operations, guiding strategic initiatives, and creating a smooth, high-performing environment for both staff and athletes. He collaborates across departments to optimize systems, manage resources effectively, and contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the organization.

Cody brings a diverse background in operations, marketing, and team leadership. Before joining Push Performance, he spearheaded brand development and customer acquisition for a custom home builder and oversaw sales and service operations at a commercial cleaning company.

A former collegiate baseball player at Illinois State University, Cody holds a B.A. in Organizational and Leadership Communication. Outside of work, he channels his competitive nature on the golf course.

Originally from Federal Way, Washington, Taylor Davis brings a strong athletic and academic background to his role as Strength Coordinator at Push Performance. He played collegiate baseball at Lower Columbia College before transferring to Gonzaga University, where he earned a degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education.

Taylor began his career with Push Performance as an intern and went on to gain additional experience as a strength intern at both Gonzaga and Texas Christian University (TCU). His dedication and expertise led him back to Push Performance in a full-time coaching role, where he now works with a wide range of athletes locally and across the country.

Taylor is committed to helping athletes maximize performance through individualized, science-based training programs tailored to their goals.

Originally from Sandy Hook, Connecticut, Rob Blanc is a pitching performance coach whose path was shaped as much by adversity as by competition. After playing collegiately at Franklin Pierce University, he pitched professionally in the Frontier League, navigating multiple shoulder surgeries and the hard-won experience of injury, rehab, and return to the mound.

That experience became the driving force behind his coaching. Rob launched his career at Tread Athletics, helping grow it into a leader in remote player development through R&D, internal system building, and a specialization in return-to-throwing protocols. He later founded Inked Sports Performance, a remote coaching brand working directly with college and professional pitchers on biomechanics, pitch design, and individualized development.

Now at Push Performance as Director of Pitching, Rob builds the internal systems and remote infrastructure that let the throwing department develop pitchers at the highest level, both in the facility and across the country.

Rob holds certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT, PES, FNS), the Brookbush Institute, and Square1, and is committed to helping pitchers understand their physiology, optimize performance, and compete with confidence.

Tommy Davis is a performance coach at Push Performance who has gained experience through internships at Push Performance and Texas Christian University, working directly under Zach Dechant with the baseball team and other Olympic sports.

Tommy graduated from Southeastern University in 2024 with a Bachelor of Science degree, where he also competed as a collegiate baseball player. His combined experience as both athlete and coach shapes a detail-oriented, performance-first training philosophy.

Originally from Massachusetts, Meg joined Push Performance with a strong background in exercise science and a passion for athlete development. She graduated from Westfield State University in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in Movement Science, concentrating in Exercise Science.

Following graduation, Meg completed a highly regarded internship at Cressey Sports Performance in Hudson, MA, where she gained hands-on experience working with baseball athletes from youth through the professional ranks. She went on to work as a Sports Performance Coach and Personal Trainer before relocating to Arizona to continue her coaching career at Push Performance.

Meg is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, an NSPA-Certified Sports Performance Coach, and a certified Speed and Agility Coach. She is committed to helping athletes improve movement quality, build strength, and elevate performance through individualized, results-driven programming.

Jamal Wade brings years of high-level playing and coaching experience to his role as a Strength and Pitching Coach at Push Performance. A former Division I athlete, Jamal played alongside his brother, LaMonte Wade Jr. (San Francisco Giants), at the University of Maryland, competing in multiple Big Ten and NCAA tournaments, including a Super Regional and a Big Ten Championship appearance.

He was selected in the 17th round of the 2017 MLB Draft by the Seattle Mariners and spent five seasons as a professional pitcher. After retiring from pro ball, Jamal continued to impact the game through private coaching and youth development with the Evoshield Canes.

Now at Push Performance, Jamal combines his on-field experience with advanced training methods and technology to help athletes reach their full potential.

Marcel Renteria is a former professional pitcher who brings high-level experience and competitive intensity to every athlete he works with. Having competed at every level of the game, he understands what it takes to progress from amateur baseball to the professional ranks. After pitching at New Mexico State University, he was drafted and developed in the New York Mets organization, gaining firsthand knowledge of advanced pitch design, arm care, and the mental approach required to succeed.

Marcel completed the Push Performance Internship under former pitching coaches Andrew Amato and Sam Coe, further refining his approach to athlete performance and long-term growth. He has quickly built a reputation as a players' coach who combines real playing experience with advanced training knowledge to elevate athletes at every stage of their careers.

As a coach, Marcel focuses on building complete pitchers, developing velocity, efficiency, and confidence while prioritizing long-term durability. His mission is to prepare athletes to compete with discipline and presence at the next level.

Bruce Billings Jr. brings a professional pitching career spanning more than a decade and three countries to the Push Performance staff.

A San Diego native, he pitched collegiately at San Diego State University, where his arm first drew pro attention — he was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2006 MLB Draft but chose to return to school, then drafted again by the Colorado Rockies in 2007, the organization he ultimately signed with.

Bruce climbed the Rockies' minor league system and made his Major League debut with Colorado in May 2011. Over the course of his big-league career he pitched for three franchises — the Colorado Rockies, Oakland Athletics, and New York Yankees — competing at the highest level of the sport against the best hitters in the world.

He later took his career overseas to the Chinese Professional Baseball League, where he reestablished himself as a durable, front-line starter. Across three seasons with the Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions and Fubon Guardians, Bruce piled up more than 400 strikeouts, proving both his stuff and his staying power on an international stage.

That full arc — the draft grind, the climb through the minors, the Major League stage, and a successful run abroad — gives Bruce a firsthand understanding of what it takes to build and sustain a pitching career at every level. He brings that hard-earned perspective to the athletes he works with at Push Performance.

Bio coming soon.

Mike Jewell is the Front Office Coordinator at Push Performance, where he creates a professional, welcoming environment for athletes, families, and staff.

New to the baseball training industry, Mike has quickly gained valuable knowledge and applies it as both a key team member at Push and a dedicated youth baseball coach. Previously with 1st Phorm, a leading supplement company, Mike deepened his passion for strength training while learning the fundamentals of building strong company culture, leadership, and business growth.

Known for his calm demeanor, attention to detail, and genuine love for sports and development, Mike plays a vital role in ensuring the front office runs smoothly and reflects the high standards of the Push Performance brand.

Master of chaos and cuddles, Charlie Pickles keeps the team on track, whether they like it or not. Known for expertly supervising meetings from under the conference table, he ensures all tasks are completed on time (especially walk breaks and snack distribution).

With a sharp eye for squirrels and an even sharper nose for lunch leftovers, Charlie Pickles brings equal parts discipline and distraction to the office. When not herding humans, you'll find him deep in strategic nap mode or offering unsolicited motivational comfort.