2025 NHSSCA Southern California State Clinic

7:30-8:00 am – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION

8:00-8:15 am – WELCOME
Overview of Day’s Activities & Presentations from Coach Dominic Isaza, Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach, Crean Lutheran High School

9:00-10:15 am – LECTURE
Need for Speed: The Science & Practice of Elite Speed Development with Coach Bubba Reynolds

OVERVIEW: Speed wins—and in this high-energy, results-driven session, Coach Bubba Reynolds will break down exactly how to build it.

Whether you’re coaching a powerhouse football team or training athletes for the track, this presentation will arm you with cutting-edge strategies and science-backed methods to develop explosive acceleration, top-end speed, and elite-level performance.

Coach Reynolds will dive into:

• The science behind speed and why it matters
• Proven training methods that translate to game-day speed
• Blending biomechanics with real-world drills for maximum transfer
• Practical tools to develop acceleration, power, and explosiveness
• Coaching cues and progressions you can implement immediately

If you’re serious about helping your athletes get faster, move better, and dominate their competition, this is one session you can’t afford to miss.

10:30-11:45 am – LECTURE
Building a Sport Science Mindset with Coach John Brasher

OVERVIEW: In this eye-opening session, Coach John Brasher will break down how to leverage sport science in your weight room—regardless of your budget. From understanding training load and fatigue to tracking speed, force, and strength metrics, this presentation gives you the tools to better manage your athletes’ performance and recovery.

Here’s what you’ll gain:

• A coach-friendly breakdown of training load, fatigue, and readiness
• How to integrate practical monitoring tools—even on a shoestring budget
• Tiered tracking systems (low-to-high budget) for data-driven decisions
• How to apply a sport science mindset—not just fancy tech
• Real-world interventions you can implement immediately in your high school program

Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just getting started with sport science, this session will empower you to make smarter programming choices, reduce athlete burnout, and drive measurable results.

12:00-1:15 pm – LECTURE
 What is the Future of Baseball Strength & Conditioning?
With Dr. Fumiaki Isshiki (“Dr. Fumi”)

OVERVIEW: Join Dr. Fumiaki Isshiki, a leading expert in athletic performance, prehab, and rehab, as he dives into the next frontier of baseball-specific strength and conditioning. In this dynamic session, Dr. Fumi will share cutting-edge strategies to identify muscular imbalances, correct movement deficiencies, and apply rehabilitation protocols that are already transforming player development at the highest levels.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to assess biological age and its impact on training load
• Proven strategies to reduce injuries and optimize long-term performance
• Movement-based evaluations tailored for baseball athletes
• Rehab and prehab exercises used in elite baseball therapy settings
• Why the future of baseball strength isn’t just about lifting heavier—it’s about training smarter

Whether you’re a strength coach, athletic trainer, or baseball performance specialist, this session is packed with practical tools and forward-thinking concepts that you can immediately apply with your athletes.

1:15-1:00 pm – LUNCH PROVIDED

More Than a Meal, It’s a Networking Opportunity: Lunch at the NHSSCA Clinic is not just about grabbing a plate and catching up with your usual circle. It’s a chance to collaborate, share, and expand your professional network. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just stepping into the field of high school strength and conditioning, this is your moment to connect with coaches who inspire, mentor, and challenge you to grow.

If you leave this clinic without making at least one new connection, you’ve missed an incredible opportunity to grow professionally and personally. The NHSSCA is more than an organization—it’s a #FAMILY, built on shared knowledge, support, and a commitment to making each other better.

So, don’t just eat—engage, listen, and learn. The people sitting around you might change how you approach coaching forever. Let’s make this lunch one to remember! #NHSSCA #FAMILY #CoachingConnections #GrowYourNetwork

2:00-3:15 pm – LECTURE
Nutrition & Safe Supplementation for High School Athletes With Dr. Rosa Keller

OVERVIEW: In the world of competitive athletics, what goes into an athlete’s body is just as important as how they train. Join Dr. Rosa Keller, a trusted expert in sports nutrition, as she unpacks the real-world nutrition strategies that every high school coach and athlete should know.

This engaging and eye-opening session will empower you with the latest research-backed insights on:

• Whole Food Nutrition – Discover how to encourage healthy eating habits in teenage athletes and increase whole food intake—even with busy schedules.
• Pre/Post Workout Fueling & Hydration – Learn exactly what to eat and drink (and when) to maximize energy, recovery, and performance.
• Safe Supplementation – Cut through the hype and get the truth about creatine, caffeine, and nitrates. What’s safe? What works? What should be avoided?
• Coach-Led Guidance – Gain confidence in how to talk to your athletes about fueling properly and navigating the supplement world without misinformation or risk.

If you’ve ever wondered how to support your athletes beyond the weight room, this is your roadmap. Dr. Keller will give you the tools to educate, guide, and empower your athletes to fuel for peak performance—safely and effectively.

3:15-3:30 pm – CLOSING REMARKS
With Coach Dominic Isaza