As members of the Markham-Stouffville Jr. Stars Girls Hockey team, Stefaine and Stephanie understand what it takes to compete at the next level. They are leaders both on and off the ice, pushing themselves and their teammates to compete every single day. Battling through personal injury and team adversity has further helped their development.
After completing a summer conditioning program with their team at A4A during the summer, Stef and Steph have continued to work with Coach Brad Corcoran to achieve new levels of athletic performance. The combined efforts of the team, Coaching Staff, and A4A’s training allowed the Jr. Stars to have a successful and competitive showing against the Women’s National Olympic Hockey Team from China. Both girls have aspirations to compete at the University level next season, and are taking all of the necessary steps to compete at that level.
While proudly wearing the Advantage 4 Athletes logo, Lisa completed the New York City Marathon, set a personal record, and qualified for the prestigious Boston Marathon in April. Her training program with Clinic Director and Strength and Conditioning Specialist Dr. Ryan Scott allowed her to remain injury free and focus on accomplishing her goals. When she did suffer from muscle aches, she turned to A4A athletic therapist and RMT Anthony D’Urzo for help. Well done Lisa!
Pickering Girls Soccer Club stunned other clubs, coaches and league officials by winning the provincial championships. Ranked 4th going into the season, head coach Vance Palache stated, “the difference for us this year was training at A4A. We got a jump start to the season that other clubs could not compete with. The guidance and conditioning we received from the coaching staff at A4A were a big part of why we won provincials. THANK YOU A4A!”
Toronto Saracens and Markham Rugby Clubsboth trained at A4A during this past winter and both teams started their seasons undefeated (6 – 0). Currently, the Saracens are in first place and Markham is in second place in their respective leagues. Saracens coach Rob Brohman and Markham coach Don Forester have both stated that the guidance and training their players received while at A4A was the difference in getting an excellent start to their seasons.
Kirk Brooks is one of the longest-tenured athletes to train at Advantage 4 Athletes. Although he is not training to perform at a higher level on a field, Kirk is looking to better his quality of life. Within the past 3 years, Kirk has had both of his hips replaced with artificial implants due a degenerative condition. Over the past 18 months, Kirk has looked to A4A staff for post-surgery rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and flexibility programs to allow him to function at a higher level. Kirk is an avid participant in our bi-weekly lunch-time Pilates classes and is a very energetic and enthusiastic individual.
Katie O’Hagan (cross country / track & field) Katie is a talented up and coming high school athlete with an abundance of potential. In the past few weeks Katie has finished 2nd at the Nike/Adams Invitational (1000m in 3:02), finished 1st at the York Regions (800m in 2:24), 3rd at the Cardinal Carter (800m in 2:18) and 1st place finish at the Dwyer Invitational (1mile in 5:10) and another 1st at the Centrals (1500m in 4:38). Katie has also improved her 10km personal best a phenomenal three times in the past six weeks. As talented as Katie is, it is her positive attitude and work ethic that help to set her apart from her competition. Look for great things to come from this future star.
As members of the Markham-Stouffville Jr. Stars Girls Hockey team, Stefaine and Stephanie understand what it takes to compete at the next level. They are leaders both on and off the ice, pushing themselves and their teammates to compete every single day. Battling through personal injury and team adversity has further helped their development.
A4A during the summer, Stef and Steph have continued to work with Coach Brad Corcoran to achieve new levels of athletic performance. The combined efforts of the team, Coaching Staff, and A4A’s training allowed the Jr. Stars to have a successful and competitive showing against the Women’s National Olympic Hockey Team from China. Both girls have aspirations to compete at the University level next season, and are taking all of the necessary steps to compete at that level.
While proudly wearing the Advantage 4 Athletes logo, Lisa completed the New York City Marathon, set a personal record, and qualified for the prestigious Boston Marathon in April. Her training program with Clinic Director and Strength and Conditioning Specialist Dr. Ryan Scott allowed her to remain injury free and focus on accomplishing her goals. When she did suffer from muscle aches, she turned to A4A athletic therapist and RMT Anthony D’Urzo for help. Well done Lisa!
Pickering Girls Soccer Club stunned other clubs, coaches and league officials by winning the provincial championships. Ranked 4th going into the season, head coach Vance Palache stated, “the difference for us this year was training at A4A. We got a jump start to the season that other clubs could not compete with. The guidance and conditioning we received from the coaching staff at A4A were a big part of why we won provincials. THANK YOU A4A!”
Toronto Saracens and Markham Rugby Clubs 
both trained at A4A during this past winter and both teams started their seasons undefeated (6 – 0). Currently, the Saracens are in first place and Markham is in second place in their respective leagues. Saracens coach Rob Brohman and Markham coach Don Forester have both stated that the guidance and training their players received while at A4A was the difference in getting an excellent start to their seasons.
Kirk Brooks is one of the longest-tenured athletes to train at Advantage 4 Athletes. Although he is not training to perform at a higher level on a field, Kirk is looking to better his quality of life. Within the past 3 years, Kirk has had both of his hips replaced with artificial implants due a degenerative condition. Over the past 18 months, Kirk has looked to A4A staff for post-surgery rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and flexibility programs to allow him to function at a higher level. Kirk is an avid participant in our bi-weekly lunch-time Pilates classes and is a very energetic and enthusiastic individual.
Katie O’Hagan (cross country / track & field) Katie is a talented up and coming high school athlete with an abundance of potential. In the past few weeks Katie has finished 2nd at the Nike/Adams Invitational (1000m in 3:02), finished 1st at the York Regions (800m in 2:24), 3rd at the Cardinal Carter (800m in 2:18) and 1st place finish at the Dwyer Invitational (1mile in 5:10) and another 1st at the Centrals (1500m in 4:38). Katie has also improved her 10km personal best a phenomenal three times in the past six weeks. As talented as Katie is, it is her positive attitude and work ethic that help to set her apart from her competition. Look for great things to come from this future star.
