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 Sandy Hook, Connecticut, Rob Blanc is a pitching performance coach whose path was shaped as much by adversity as by competition. He played collegiately at Franklin Pierce University and pitched professionally in the Frontier League, working through multiple shoulder surgeries and the full cycle of injury, rehab, and return to the mound.

That experience drives his coaching. Rob began 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, working directly with college and professional pitchers on biomechanics, pitch design, and individualized development.

At Push Performance, Rob builds the internal systems and remote infrastructure that let the throwing department develop pitchers at the highest level in the facility and across the country. He holds certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT, PES, FNS), the Brookbush Institute, and Square1.

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.

Caleb Dupre joins Push Performance as a Lead Performance Coach, bringing a collegiate sports performance background built across baseball, softball, soccer, golf, cross country, and football.

Dupre came to Mesa from Grand Canyon University, where he served as a Sports Performance Coach for the Baseball, Women's Golf, and Cross Country programs beginning in the summer of 2023. Before GCU, he was at Nicholls State University, directly responsible for Baseball, Softball, and Women's Soccer while also assisting with the Football program. He has also spent time at Webber International University and Athlete Training + Health, with earlier internship experience at Nicholls State and Revive Performance Training.

A native of Houma, Louisiana, Dupre earned his Master's in Educational Leadership from Nicholls State University in 2023 and his Bachelor's in Exercise Science Fitness Studies from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2019.

Bruce Billings Jr. brings more than a decade of professional pitching across three countries to the Push Performance staff.

A San Diego native, Bruce pitched collegiately at San Diego State. He was drafted by the Phillies in 2006 but returned to school, then signed with the Colorado Rockies as a 2007 pick. He climbed the Rockies' system to his Major League debut in May 2011 and went on to pitch for three franchises: Colorado, Oakland, and the New York Yankees.

He later took his career to the Chinese Professional Baseball League, where he reestablished himself as a durable front-line starter notching 400-plus strikeouts across three seasons with the Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions and Fubon Guardians.

The draft grind, the climb, the big-league stage, and a successful run abroad give Bruce firsthand understanding of what it takes to build a pitching career at every level. He brings that to every athlete he works with.

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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.