Bruce Nicoara
Facility Coordinator / Physical Therapist
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As facility coordinator of D1 Knoxville, Bruce oversees the day-to-day operations of the facility and is responsible for facilitating the D1 training programs and techniques, managing facility personnel, directing special events and marketing. Bruce also acts as the liaison for D1, maintaining relationships with clients, parents, schools, club sports and community leaders.

- Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion (Auburn University) and a Doctorate of   
  Physical Therapy (Belmont University)
- Certified Health Fitness Specialist
- Member of the American Physical Therapy, Tennessee Physical Therapy, and 
   National Strength & Conditioning Associations

Amy Coleman
Operations Manager

As operations manager of D1 Knoxville, Amy's primary role is managing D1's  membership program, including all customer relations and service. Amy also assists in the management of the day-to-day operations of the facility, including marketing and sales.

In addition, Amy is responsible for assisting the D1 Knoxville physical therapists with clinical duties such as demonstrating exercises to patients and help aid in the recovery process. She is responsible for notifying physicians of a patient’s progress, verifying insurance, and explaining benefits to patients.

 

Patrick McCarthy
Strength & Speed Coach

As a strength & speed coach, Patrick is responsible for ensuring D1 athletes become faster, stronger and more agile, while also building character. He instills the D1 training philosophy by properly implementing and teaching training programs and techniques.

 

Jason Studwell
Strength & Speed Coach

As a strength & speed coach, Jason is responsible for ensuring D1 athletes become faster, stronger and more agile, while also building character. He instills the D1 training philosophy by properly implementing and teaching training programs and techniques.

 

Ryan Bolinger
Recruiter
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Ryan is a recruiting coordinator for D1 Knoxville. He acts as a liaison for D1 Knoxville, educating the public about D1’s mission and how D1 can benefit them through training programs and therapy services. He is also responsible for developing and cultivating relationships with clients, parents, schools, club sports and community leaders.