“EJ” Edward Hicks Jr
Camp Coach

“EJ” Edward Hicks Jr leads strength and conditioning as well as skill development with Duke Sport Science Institute. EJ earned a degree in kinesiology and sport science after 4 years at the university of North Carolina Central and also played football for the Eagles. EJ was part of the 2022 HBCU national championship team , and was a stand out player for the NCCU eagles, earning him the opportunity to pursue his professional career with opportunities from the Seattle Seahawks and the Tennessee Titans.
After his football career, EJ began helping professionals and young athletes with developing and polishing their skills to become better athletes on the field. He focuses on speed and strength training as well as skill position work. Through detailed programs, EJ focuses on power and explosive movements that are needed in today’s games to be a high level athlete with success on the field. EJ also focused on off-field success as well, building a great relationship and experience with students of the game.
EJ is certified in CPR and first aid, as well as personal training. With years of playing experience, EJ excels at wide receiver fundamentals and effective movement at the position. His coaching helps athletes become better at efficiency and fundamentals to help them polish their abilities to the best they possibly can with an edge over other competitors on the field.