Patrick Coyne, Owner & Head Trainer
Patrick Coyne is a Cincinnati native who started out his athletic career at Hamilton Badin High School. He was awarded the number two quarterback ranking in the state, locking in the number ten spot in the country, which opened many doors on the next level. Coyne decided to stay home and attended The University Of Cincinnati playing Quarterback and winning two Big East Championships. Due to a coaching and position change, he transferred. Coyne was plagued with a number of injuries which included another serious concussion that would end up being the final factor in his decision to close out his football career.
After realizing he could no longer play the game he loved, Coyne immediately started helping players of all levels reach their fullest potential. This is where Black Sheep Performance came to life. While injuries did play a big role in ending his career, he noticed that what he did off the field played just as big of a role as what he did on it.
“It is now duty to share my story and help steer all of our clients to success, on AND off the field.”
Javon Harrison, CEO
Javon was born and raised in Dayton OH where he graduated from Wayne High School. He was fortunate enough to play college football for the University of Cincinnati where he met his QB and future business partner Patrick Coyne.
Javon has a background in business management with a focus in operations. He is currently the CEO of Black Sheep. Additionally, he assists Patrick in QB training. Javon enjoys watching sports with his family and friends and his favorite season is fall.
Dak Notestine, Director of Performance
Dak Notestine serves as the Director of Performance for Black Sheep Performance. Coach Notestine has worked in the strength and conditioning/human performance industry for 14 years.
Notestine recently served as the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Ohio University (2017-2020) where he oversaw the programming and training of the entire football team, women’s soccer team, women’s softball team, and led the intern development program.
In his time at Ohio University Notestine worked with numerous teams including baseball, cheerleading, men’s and women’s golf, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, men’s and women’s basketball, wrestling, and volleyball. He also taught a graduate level sports performance class while in Athens.
Dak received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology from Ohio University in 2010 and was a member of the football team. He started his playing career as a walk-on, and worked his way to a starting position at defensive end and was voted as a team captain in his senior campaign.
He holds a Master of Science Degree in Recreation and Sport Sciences with a special emphasis on Coaching Education and Strength Conditioning from Ohio University. He is a Strength and Conditioning Specialist who has been certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Notestine is also a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach.
Danny Chaille, Director of Junior Performance
Danny is the Assistant Head Performance Trainer and the head of our Junior Performance Program. He has been with Black Sheep Performance since its inception. He helps teach athletes of all ages how to improve their overall performance from speed and strength to mobility. He also trains clients one on one and has a small group class for anyone who is serious about taking their health and fitness to the next level.
Before becoming a coach, he had dealt with a heart condition that came out of nowhere at the age of 16. That put him in the path of working in healthcare as a CNA for three years. After realizing the hospital scene wasn’t for him, he transitioned into personal training and fitness. He has always been an athlete and into sports, so being in a teaching position and being able to give back has been fulfilling. I can’t wait to meet you at Black Sheep!
Tyler Lake, Director of Adult Fitness
Ty was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and attended LaSalle High School. Out of high school he acquired his training & sports nutrition certifications at Cincinnati State Community College. After competing and turning pro in his first bodybuilding show in 2019, he has since helped countless others achieve their fitness & health goals. Currently, he has over 10 years of experience in the industry. Ty is the Head 1:1 Trainer for Adult Fitness at Black Sheep Performance.
Jay Corwell, Adult Fitness Coach
Jay Corwell is originally from Pennsylvania but received his Master’s degree in Health Education with a concentration in Exercise Management from the University of Cincinnati in 2010 and has been here ever since. He has been regularly doing personal training for the past 12 years and has clients who have been with him almost that entire span. He loves training people from all walks of life to help them feel, function and look better. Particularly, he enjoys getting people stronger, as he has been a competitive powerlifter for the past 8 years.
Jay is a Certified Personal Trainer and Performance Enhancement Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He has also been a published author for the EliteFTS website as well. He is a 1:1 Trainer for Adult Fitness at Black Sheep Performance and looks forward to helping people achieve whatever exercise goals they set forth!
Adam Baker, Sports Performance Coach
Adam was born and raised in Mason, Ohio. He attended Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy where he played football, basketball and ran track.
After graduation he attended Butler University in Indianapolis where he played football. During the off-season Adam trained at Black Sheep. He received his degree in Human Movement and Health Sciences.
Since graduating, Adam has worked at ProX PACE Sports Performance in Westfield, Indiana. Adam has had the privilege of training athletes of all ages, including teams, groups, and individuals.
Adam trains a lot of different sessions at Black Sheep. He is the Head of the Receiver Academy, trains adult fitness 1 on 1 and in small groups, and trains our performance groups from the junior level all the way up to the college level.
Adam enjoys playing and watching all sports and loves spending time with friends and family.
Sarah Schnicke, Adult Fitness Coach
Sarah Schnicke, a Cincinnati native and graduate of Mount Notre Dame High School and University of Cincinnati, is a lifelong athlete who has dedicated her career to helping athletes of all skill levels reach their performance goals.
As a highly competitive gymnast for most of her life, she learned the true meaning of dedication, commitment, perseverance, leadership and the mental and physical benefits associated with physical fitness. Her passion for health and wellness led her to the University of Cincinnati where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Exercise & Fitness, and a minor in Nutrition.
She is a certified Strength and Conditioning coach (CSCS) accredited by NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association) and honed her craft as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Lakota East High School via Beacon Orthopedics. It was here she was able to combine her skills as a performance coach, leader and motivator to help students achieved their high school and collegiate athletic goals.
When she is not in the gym, Sarah loves to travel, hike, live music, attend Cincinnati sporting events, and spend time with her friends and family.
Come join Sarah for adult bootcamp sessions or 1-on-1 training. Looking forward to seeing you in the gym!
Anna Hoots, Sports Performance Coach & Marketing Manager
Anna was born and raised in Lexington, KY where she attended SCAPA Lafayette High School as an acting major and was an avid dancer. For college, she attended Northern Kentucky University, originally pursuing a degree in acting with a minor in dance. When injuries caused her dance career to have to be cut short, she took the guidance of an athletic trainer from the dance department and jumped into a major in exercise science, where she discovered a passion for helping people transform their lives through fitness.
She graduated in 2021 with a B.S. in Exercise Science and is currently pursuing her M.S. in Exercise Science, set to graduate in 2024. She is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, holding both a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist title from the organization. She is also a Girls Gone Strong Pre/Post Natal Certified trainer. She has been working as a trainer since 2020.
After lifelong struggles with chronic illness and mental health, Anna’s life was saved by the gym and she believes that the lessons learned in the weight room prepare people to deal with difficult situations life throws at them. Unleash your inner warrior with Anna in the weight room with 1-on-1 personal training or group sessions here at Black Sheep!
Kade Carlyle, Sports Performance Coach
Kade grew up in Hamilton, Ohio playing every sport under the sun. From gymnastics and football to baseball and basketball, Kade’s love for physical activity was fostered at a young age. Through his playing days at Badin High School, Kade developed a passion for the weight room and the training that accompanied the sports he played. After spending many years in the professional business world, Kade could no longer resist the call to serve others through health and fitness. Kade’s goal is to be a force for good and a catalyst for positive change for everyone he works with. You can catch Kade coaching 1-on-1s and Group Performance Classes of all ages.
Kylie Yanow, Dietician
My name is Kylie Yanow and I am a Sports Performance Dietitian helping anyone from the everyday fitness enthusiast to professional athletes bridge the gap between nutrition and performance. I will help you understand the who, what, when, where, how and why so that you can fuel yourself to optimal performance.
Kylie will be offering 1-on-1 sessions as well as a group class. Spots are very limited for her first round, so if you are interested, shoot us an email at info.trainbsp@gmail.com. You can learn more about “The Confident AthlEAT” Program by clicking HERE.