Jon Hersel, Saraland High School (AL) – From LSU and Miami to IMG Academy, Coach Jon Hersel has coached at some of the highest levels of collegiate and elite performance. Today, as Head Strength Coach at Saraland High School in Alabama, he’s bringing a Division I approach to high school sports

Building a D1-Caliber Program in High School

When Coach Hersel arrived in 2017, he set out to elevate an already strong program by focusing on athletic performance across every sport. The result: a 5,000 sq. ft. performance center, complete with 40 weight stations and turf for speed, jumps, and movement work. His philosophy is simple but powerful:

“Sprint, jump, and throw every single day.”

Data-Driven Coaching with RockDaisy AMS

  • Track & visualize key KPIs: Fly 10 times, jumps, lifts, and more
  • Gamify performance: Player Profile & “Madden-style” scores that motivate athletes.
  • Daily dashboards: Print, post, and let athletes see progress in real time
  • Conversation starter: Fly 10 trends help Hersel guide athletes on recovery, outside training, and balancing workloads

By integrating RockDaisy with timing gates and his workflow, Hersel can test 100 athletes in 10 minutes—and instantly produce reports that inform both training adjustments and tactical coaching decisions.

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