Testimonials

Coach Monahan has a heart and talent for teaching, training, and encouraging. When I was in high school interested in the decathlon but without any coach, he stepped up to train me in all 10 events. He met with me after school and on weekends and even developed a formal plan including a binder with motivational quotes and developmental milestones for me to succeed, not only in sports, but also in life. That same year I won the Junior Olympics  National Decathlon and was recruited by the University of Arkansas,  where I eventually became an All-American.

One aspect that makes Coach Monahan truly special and remarkable, is that he “walks the walk. He is in his 7th decade of life, but can still personally demonstrate the drills and events, including pole vaulting, for his athletes. He is a role model for life-long fitness and personal development, and I am very thankful and indebted for the time and effort he so generously invested in me. Sport Fit Academy has the potential to change the lives of both children and adults in the Portland Metropolitan Area, and I highly recommend supporting its mission

Nathananael Franks

Nathanael Franks' Background

As an honors student at the University of Arkansas, Nathanael Franks was selected as a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship – the oldest and one of most prestigious international scholarships offered to American students. He was a nationally competitive decathlete on the Arkansas Razorback track and field team who earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry and physics with a minor in history, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and received an Honors College research grant to complete an honors thesis in chemistry. He also earned a Master of Business Administration and is currently completing a Master of Accountancy.

Franks received numerous awards while at the U of A, including the Chancellor’s Scholarship, the Dale Krueger Scholarship for outstanding business students, and the Russell E. Westmeyer Fellowship in the M.B.A. program. Because of his stellar performances as an athlete, academic and civic leader, he was selected as the national recipient of the prestigious Coach John Wooden Citizenship Cup. Franks was the 2010 USA Track and Field Junior Olympic Decathlon National Champion while in high school, and was part of the Razorback’s 2013 NCAA Indoor National Championship Team. He currently holds the second fastest time in the world in the heptathlon 1000-meter race.

Nathanael not only distinguished himself among his peers at the University of Arkansas and throughout the nation, he achieved excellence by nearly every standard established for college students and student-athletes,” Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Jeff Long says. “His intellectual excellence, athletic vigor, and unquestioned character represent the very best the University of Arkansas has to offer. However, in my estimation, Nathanael’s most distinguishing trait is his strength of character. His never yielding pursuit of personal growth is mirrored by his passion to use his extraordinary intellect and talents to fulfill his devotion to duty and the well being of fellow human beings.”

The Director, Mike Monahan, is extremely dedicated to your success. He knows how to get the best out of an athlete.  His motivational tactics and attention to detail has helped me achieve many of my goals. Our work sessions have been tremendously productive and key to my  success. Not only has Mike helped me but he has been an important part of many others achieving their goals.  Sport Fit Academy can be an awesome  training resource to meet your athletic goals.

Brian Coushay

Brian Coushay's Background

Brian is the current American record holder in the M50 age group decathlon and pentathlon. He was a 6’11 high jumper in high school, and played wide receiver for Portland State University. Brian signed as free agent with the St Louise Cardinals and played for the LA Rams during the NFL strike in 1987.
In his post collegiate athletic career, Brian, who lives in Beaverton, Oregon, has won the Masters decathlon national championships five times for his age group.

I am very pleased to endorse Mike Monahan and Sport Fit Academy athletic training.  Mike is an elite coach who is uniquely gifted in helping top flight athletes achieve excellence.  I have worked with Mike in a variety of coaching capacities over the past 15+ years and have always found him to be one of the best.  I would gladly choose Sport Fit Academy training for any of my athletes or for myself”.

Andrew Jannsen

Andrew Jansenn's Background

Head Track Coach, Portland Christian High School 2002 to Present 

    • State coach of the year 2009, 2010, 2013, and 2014
    • Boys team state champions 2008, 2009, 2010 and Girls team state champions 2012 and 2013
    • 37 event state championships by 24 different athletes
    • Boys league champions 2002 through 2014 (undefeated in league dual meets)
    • Numerous girls league championships

Coach Monahan is dedicated and skilled in evaluating, training and encouraging athletes to maximize their full potential. He’s consistent, upfront and truthful with what he sees. He is not one to sugar coat anything and expects nothing but the best out of his athletes. Coach Monahan took a step by step approach to show me fundamentals that allowed me to build a solid fitness foundation as an athlete and as a soldier in the US Army. He’s not afraid to challenge individuals physically and mentally so that they are able to reach their full potential. He cares deeply for those who he works with and he not only develops athletes, he strives to develop leaders on and off the field of play. 

The skills and lessons that I learned by working with Coach Monahan have helped me become a better soldier and leader in the military.  As a member of The Old Guard in the US Army, I’m expected to perform and maintain a high level of fitness. Sport Fit Academy can show you a more efficient way of working out and give you a better understanding of how the body uses the training to get stronger and faster. I’m grateful to have met and trained with Coach Monahan. He’s given me tools to be confident that I can conquer challenges in life. I can’t express enough gratitude toward Coach Monahan as a coach, mentor, and leader. He’ll do everything he can to help kids and adults pursue success in life.

Sal Orozco

Sal Oroszco's Background

Sal Orozco enlisted in the United States Army as an Infantryman on May 5, 2017. During basic training he volunteered for a temporary duty to be a tested subject for the US Army in involved in muscle biopsy studies and other studies that are meant to help future soldiers in combat.  Sal’s permanent duty started at Ft. Myer with the 3rd US Infantry Regiment known as The Old Guard (TOG) to represent the nation as the face of the US Army to those around the world watching. He is in the Escort to the President platoon where his mission is to guard and bury any fallen presidents, and he guarded the Casket of the 41st president, George H W Bush.  Sal had one of the highest Army physical fitness test scores in his company and was among one third of 144 soldiers who completed Air Assault school obtaining his Air Assault Wings. Sal will be volunteering to train for the right to guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and earn the title of “Tomb Sentinel”.