Book Private Strength-and-speed Lessons with Coach Zackery

Coach Zack Hatch is a highly experienced and accomplished coach with over two decades of expertise in athletic development. A former Division 1 basketball player and high school football athlete, Zack combines personal athletic success with a passion for coaching. He specializes in speed, agility, plyometrics, strength training, and sports-specific skills. As the founder of Utah Speed and Strength, Zack has helped countless athletes aged 7 through college unlock their potential, emphasizing skill development, discipline, and long-term growth.

Career Accomplishments

Over 20 Years of Coaching: Includes roles as Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator in youth and high school football programs.

High School Coaching: Served as Sophomore Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator, and Offensive Line Coach at the high school level.

Founder of Utah Speed and Strength: Established a premier training program focusing on speed, strength, and athletic performance for athletes aged 7 to college.

Division 1 Athlete: Competed in collegiate basketball, leveraging firsthand athletic experience to guide training methods.

Youth Sports Expertise: Trained young athletes in football and multi-sport development, fostering confidence and athletic growth.

Family-Oriented Coach: A father of three, Zack brings a supportive, relatable approach to training, ensuring a positive environment for young athletes.

Zack’s ability to combine technical expertise with a focus on personal growth makes him a sought-after coach for athletes striving to reach their next level.

Evaluate Strengths and Weaknesses: Conduct an honest assessment of their skills, identifying areas that need improvement while reinforcing their strengths.

Set Clear Goals: Establish short- and long-term performance objectives to keep them motivated and focused on progress.

Build Fundamentals: Emphasize proper technique and mastery of the basics as a foundation for advanced skills.

Develop a Tailored Plan: Create a training program that aligns with their specific needs, sport, and position, including drills, conditioning, and game strategy.

Encourage Consistency: Stress the importance of regular practice, smart recovery, and maintaining a balanced routine to build sustainable progress.

Provide Constructive Feedback: Offer actionable tips, highlight improvements, and keep criticism constructive to boost confidence and foster growth.

Enhance Mental Strength: Teach resilience, focus, and decision-making under pressure to improve performance in high-stakes situations.

Lead by Example: Demonstrate work ethic, positivity, and passion to inspire them to elevate their own commitment.

Track Progress: Use measurable benchmarks to show improvement and adjust the training program as needed.

Celebrate Milestones: Recognize achievements, big or small, to build momentum and keep morale high.

As a coach, your guidance, encouragement, and belief in their potential can help them reach new levels in their game.

Identifying our goals before training.

Then we will get some music and great warm-up exercises to get the blood pumping.

We will start improving our skills, with speed/agility/quickness training, plyometrics, strength training, speed training and then we will cool down and stretch.

Review any items that we need to do and address any issues.

Lastly during our training I will learn more about you as a person.

I have had numerous great coaches but I would say that my High School Basketball Coach was the best coach that I had. This Coach shaped my perspective on athletics and life. He pushed my limits, was a mentor who believed in my potential, and has influenced me and has left a lasting impact.

He truly cared about me as far a a complete person.

Proven Experience: With over 20 years of coaching, I’ve trained athletes from ages 7 through college, focusing on speed, agility, strength, and sports-specific skills.

Athletic Background: As a former D1 athlete and youth football coach, I understand what it takes to succeed in sports at every level.

Commitment to Growth: I’m passionate about helping young athletes build confidence, develop discipline, and unlock their full potential both on and off the field.

Safe & Effective Training: My programs prioritize proper technique, injury prevention, and age-appropriate training to ensure your child’s safety and long-term development.

Family-Oriented: As a father of three, I know the importance of fostering a supportive, encouraging environment for young athletes.