
Mission Statement
The mission of 1027 Performance is to change lives through speed development and to redefine what it means to be an athlete.
Vision
Our vision is to change the landscape of sport performance and athlete development through a holistic yet individualized and scalable model that focuses on alignment of mind, body, and spirit, teaches athletes to be proactive, and helps them get fast, all while maintaining singularity of focus on the initial goal: success.
The Full Story
Speed is not genetic. Yes, some athletes are naturally faster than others, but all athletes can get faster. Speed, defined as the rate at which an athlete moves from one location to another, is a trainable skill.
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The story of 1027 Performance began long before the business was established in 2022.
My name is Will Tyler Brydon, aka Coach Willis. I am an athlete at my core. From a young age, I aspired to be the best, particularly in football, dreaming of winning a Heisman Trophy and a National Championship. I played quarterback for most of my youth, but as high school approached, I faced the reality that I might not achieve my dreams. Despite this, I committed to relentless training, determined to control the controllables, and leave the results up to God.
The 2017 off-season, the off-season before my junior year of high school, was pivotal. I trained rigorously, aiming to be the best athlete I could be. With a competitive battle for the starting quarterback job on the horizon, I knew that I needed to be as fast as possible. Despite the uncertainty of not knowing if I’d be QB1, I committed to training with a fierce determination, knowing that hard work was the one thing I could control. This dedication paid off when I transitioned to starting roles as both a wide receiver and a cornerback, proving that no effort is ever wasted.
I had a very successful high school career as a Wide Receiver and Defensive Back, and earned opportunities to play at the next level. Going into my junior year of college at Trinity University, I knew that this might be my last chance to earn meaningful playing time. I’d been chasing speed for 4 years at that point, but had stalled out in the mid 4.7s on my 40 yard dash. That off season, under the guidance of Coach Austin, I learned the importance of training the right way and with the right mindset. By changing my approach, I significantly lowered my 40yd dash time, eventually getting into the mid 4.5s. Under his guidance, I transformed my training methods and shattered my previous limitations, improving my speed and overall performance. This shift in mindset and methodology was a revelation, and it planted the seeds for what would become 1027 Performance.
Despite these gains in speed, my college career was marred by injuries, preventing me from reaching my full potential on the field. However, I developed a passion for the process and the journey of becoming an elite athlete, realizing that mindset and proper training philosophies are crucial to success. If I had understood this earlier, my athletic career might have been different.
The name 1027 Performance comes from Luke 10:27 which reads “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength.” This is the Greatest Commandment. It is also the basis of our training philosophy. In order to be the best athlete you can possibly be, your heart, mind, and effort need to be in alignment. It is impossible to get fast if you don't first believe you can be fast. It represents the belief that with the right mindset and training, any athlete can unlock their full potential. At 1027 Performance, we are dedicated to helping athletes achieve their dreams by providing them with the tools and guidance they need to succeed—both on and off the field.
Our program is built on the foundation that diligent work and consistency, when combined with the right mindset and training philosophy, can lead to incredible results. Whether you’re an aspiring collegiate athlete or simply looking to improve your athletic performance, 1027 Performance is here to guide you every step of the way.
At 1027 Performance, we believe that no work ever returns void. We may not always get the exact results we strive for, but we can trust that our efforts are never in vain. Our mission is to help athletes maximize their God-given abilities and achieve success, while also developing the mindset and character that will serve them well in all aspects of life.
As we continue to grow, our commitment remains the same: to engineer athletes into elite competitors and, more importantly, into elite humans. This is the story of 1027 Performance, and we are excited to be part of your journey.
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