Meet Our Trainers
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
At E3 Sports Performance, our unwavering commitment lies in providing the utmost professionalism and expertise through our exceptional training staff. Here at E3, we consider ourselves a close-knit family, and our dedicated trainers are the driving force that fuels our family's success.
Christian Powell
At E3 Sports Performance, Christian offers fitness training and pitching and hitting lessons. Christian Powell's journey in baseball began in the upstate of South Carolina during his high school years. In 2009, he was even drafted by the Cleveland Indians, although he made the decision to pursue higher education at the College of Charleston. In 2012, destiny called again, and Christian was selected in the 8th Round of the MLB draft, this time by the Minnesota Twins. Unfortunately, his playing career was shortened due to injury, but it ignited a new passion – coaching and mentoring the next generation of baseball players. Christian's commitment to continuous learning has driven him to attain certifications in Pitch Design through Driveline Baseball, Foundations of Pitching, Rapsodo, and as a personal trainer. He also hold a Masters in Applied Exercise Science at Concordia University Chicago. Drawing upon physical assessments and data analysis, Christian crafts individualized programs for both teams and players, laying the groundwork for them to become stronger athletes and excel in their pursuits.
Taylor Blenckstone
Taylor comes to E3 Performance from Longwood University where she earned her bachelor of science degree in kinesiology. While at Longwood, she was a four-year member of the women’s lacrosse team. Taylor found a love for strength and conditioning while she was recovering from different injuries throughout her lacrosse career. With her experience playing Division I lacrosse, Taylor has a passion for helping young athletes persevere through adversity and help them become not only physically strong but mentally strong for their sport. Taylor began personal training and coaching individual lacrosse lessons while in college with the certified personal trainer certification through NASM.
Andrew Dietz
Andrew comes to E3 with a background in personal training, nutrition, sports performance work and even boxing. Andrew played 4 years of college lacrosse in New York at Ithaca College and at Durham University in England for a post grad year. Andrew started training on the side while working full time as a firefighter & medic because of the passion and intrigue he drew from it while being a college athlete. After 6 years of doing it part time, splitting his time with being a first responder, he decided to pursue it full time and continue his education in the world of health & fitness. Andrew has an absolute passion for helping athletes and clients alike work hard, develop and get better both inside and outside of any training facilities with constant professionalism and unrelenting work ethic and integrity.
Nick Callahan
At E3 Sports Performance, Nick will offer training for baseball players or all ages. He can provide exception skills training for any position and hitting. Nick has 11 years of collegiate coaching experience. He spent 7 years coaching at Division 3 Case Western Reserve University(OH), 2 years at Division 2 Coker University(SC), and 2 seasons at Finger Lakes CC(NY). While at Coker, he earned his Master of Science degree in College Athletic Administration. Callahan also served two stints as the Head Coach of the Geneva Twins of the New York Collegiate Baseball Summer League in 2013 and 2014, while also working as the pitching coach of the Geneva Red Wings in 2011. In his coaching career Nick appeared in 4 NCAA Tournaments. He has coached 4 pitchers who earned All Region Honors, Conference Player of the Year, Division 3 National Player of the Year, and All American honors. Callahan has also coached 3 MLB Draft Picks. Nick played collegiate baseball at Western Connecticut State University as a pitcher and earned Rookie of the Year his freshman year.
Karl Morris
At E3 Sports Performance, Karl offers private hitting lessons for both baseball and softball players. Karl Morris's roots in the world of baseball run deep, tracing back to his upbringing on James Island, where he honed his skills playing at James Island High School. His journey in the sport continued as he had the privilege of furthering his baseball career at the College of Charleston, culminating in his graduation in 2000. Following his college years, Karl transitioned into providing private instruction, sharing his expertise and love for the game with aspiring athletes. In 2001, he took on the role of varsity head coach at James Island, further solidifying his commitment to developing young talent. In 2005, Karl embarked on a different path and joined the fire department, which limited his role as a head coach but did not diminish his passion for the game. He continued to contribute to the baseball community as an assistant coach at Wando High School until 2011. Throughout his career, Karl has collaborated with various baseball and softball travel organizations, including Diamond Warriors, Revolution, Canes, Lumberyard, Raptors, and Bombers. His coaching philosophy revolves around the fusion of fundamental instruction with the essential task of nurturing each player's confidence. Karl Morris is not just a coach; he is a dedicated mentor, committed to instilling both skill and self-assurance in every player he encounters.
Christian Maggio
At E3 Sports Performance, Christian offers group training, private hitting, catching, defensive lessons. Christian Maggio is a dedicated athlete and educator, driven by a passion for both sports and coaching. His journey through the world of baseball includes a standout collegiate career at Charleston Southern University from 2018 to 2021, where he achieved the prestigious honor of being named an All-Big South Conference Selection in 2018. In 2022, Christian continued his academic and athletic pursuits at Queens University of Charlotte, where he excelled not only on the field but also in the classroom. His commitment to academics earned him recognition as an SC Academic All-District Honoree in 2023. Beyond his own accomplishments as a player, Christian's love for the game led him to give back to the next generation of athletes. He currently serves as an Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach at Summerville High School, where he imparts his knowledge, experience, and dedication to nurturing the skills and character of young players. Christian's unique blend of academic and athletic excellence, along with his coaching prowess, makes him an invaluable asset to the world of sports and education.