Team

Adam started at P3 in 2010 and currently serves as our General Manager. He has a comprehensive understanding of P3‘s applied sports science methodologies and acts as an important link to athletes, team executives, agents, and global business partners. Adam’s role involves facilitating and driving collaboration amongst P3 team members, and working closely with our founder to develop and manage strategic business partnerships. Adam graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication.

Eric has had an enduring interest in studying the science behind athleticism. As an undergraduate at Stanford University, he helped conduct research on the impact of emerging technologies on strength gains in athletes and later went on to major in Biomechanical Engineering. Since joining the P3 team in 2012, Eric has primarily worked with sports science applications with a focus on training and biomechanical assessments of our professional athletes. In 2014, Eric was promoted to Director of Biomechanics at P3 and has led our assessment and research initiatives utilizing force plates and 3D motion capture technology. Eric oversees a team of biomechanical engineers at both P3 locations. Eric recently earned a Master of Science in Data Science at Columbia University and is leading P3’s data analytics efforts to develop new insight into athletic performance and injury mechanisms.

Leah joined P3 in 2018 and has since been promoted to the position of Lead Biomechanist - ATL. Leah leads the assessment of all athletes at P3 Atlanta and works closely with our team partners to interpret and share assessment findings. Leah holds a Bachelor of Science, Cellular Biology and Neuroscience from Montana State University-Bozeman. During her time at Montana State, Leah worked as a Lab Research Assessment in Movement Science Lab and also as a Strength and Conditioning Intern. 

Eddie Dimas joined P3 in 2018 after completing an internship with Ohio State Men's Basketball. Armed with a Master of Public Health degree and a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Grand Canyon University, Eddie established a strong foundation in evidence-based training principles.

Throughout his tenure at P3, Eddie collaborated with a diverse range of athletes, spanning from high school to professional levels. Notably, some of Eddie's initial high school athletes in Atlanta have since transitioned to competing in the NBA, a testament to his impactful guidance.

Starting in 2021 and extending through the 2023 season, Eddie served as the Associate Director of Sports Performance for Georgia Tech Men's Basketball. His multifaceted experience and unwavering commitment to athletic development have left an indelible mark on the teams and athletes he has worked with.

Trevor St. Agathe joined P3 as a performance coach for the Atlanta location in 2019. Trevor brings a wealth of experience in strength and conditioning for professional athletes. Prior to joining P3, Trevor served as the Head Strength and Conditioning coach for the Brooklyn Nets and later as a strength and conditioning coach for the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he collaborated with former P3 employees. Trevor holds a PhD(c) in Human and Sport Performance from the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, as well as a Master of Science from LIU Brooklyn.

A self-described "basketball bohemian", Nick Gibson leads basketball player athlete development at P3 Atlanta. He has a non-traditional path to his current role, having started as an NBA scout before transitioning into player development due to his passion for helping athletes. Nick has worked with basketball players around the globe, including in China and in Tunisia where was an integral part of the national teams AfroBasket title in 2021. Nick brings a unique ability to connect P3's findings and development plans to the court.

At P3, Nick has developed a comprehensive program for high school basketball players that includes 360 development, covering everything from assessment and training to on-court skill development, scouting, and remote work. This holistic program will provide top young players with everything they need to optimize their development.

Nick earned his Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University

Director of Sports Performance - University of California Santa Barbara

Luke started his career with P3 in 2013. He has served as a performance coach and Director of Performance respectively. His current role is focused on internal and external education. Luke is also currently the Director of Sports Performance at the University of California Santa Barbara. Luke held the position of Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at the Orlando Magic in the NBA from 2018-2020. 

Luke is originally from London, England and prior to joining the P3 team he worked as a strength & conditioning coach in professional cricket, rugby and within the English Institute of Sport. He has completed Bachelors and Masters degrees in Sports Science and Exercise Physiology as well as being certified through the NSCA and UKSCA holding the CSCS and ASCC qualifications respectively.

Kyle has immersed herself in athletics from a young age; both watching and competing in many sports, including playing Varsity Lacrosse at Stanford University. Combining her personal interest in athletics with an academic interest in biomechanics, Kyle majored in Biomechanical Engineering at Stanford, focusing on its application in sport. Kyle joined P3 in 2015 as one of our biomechanists and is now primarily responsible for managing P3’s Motion Capture and Force Plate Database. This database allows P3’s team of biomechanists to easily assess data, creating an optimal environment for research and analysis.

Mike Swan is a highly accomplished physical therapist and endurance athlete who has been an integral part of the P3 team since 2006. He holds a Master's degree in physical therapy from the University of Southern California, where he was awarded the Graduate Student of the Year by the clinical science department upon graduation.

Mike has been working with Dr. Elliott and P3 since 2004 and has directly treated, as well as overseen the rehabilitation of, hundreds of professional athletes at P3. He is also the owner of Elite Physical Therapy and Rehab, a highly successful and well-regarded rehab facility in Santa Barbara.

Mike's expertise in manual therapy has made him an invaluable member of the P3 team, where he specializes in helping athletes recover from injuries and regain their physical capabilities. He uses cutting-edge manual therapy techniques in conjunction with exercise prescription and movement analysis to provide the best possible care to our clients.

Furthermore, Mike's personal experience as an accomplished endurance athlete has given him a unique perspective on the challenges faced by athletes in their training and recovery. Together with P3, Mike is committed to providing athletes with the tools and resources they need to optimize their performance and achieve their goals.

Ryan Yamada is a highly skilled Physical Therapist with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Southern California. He has a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. Ryan works at P3, where he focuses on helping athletes recover from injuries and improve their performance using his expertise in rehab, manual therapy and exercise prescription. His holistic approach and dedication to helping athletes achieve their goals has been a major asset to P3 and our clients. 

Jalen Williams is a talented videographer and photographer who has dedicated his career to capturing the stories of unique athletes and showcasing their work. Since joining the team at P3, Jalen has been instrumental in showcasing the incredible work of the athletes who train here. He has captured the intensity and determination of basketball players, football players, baseball player and Olympic athletes, bringing their stories to life through his powerful imagery.