Meet The Trainers
Coach Niya Sparks
Niya Sparks graduated from Lexington High School in 2012 where she made the All West Tn softball team every year of her high school career. Having 3 appearances and State Runner-Up in 2011, Niya led the team at the plate. She went on to play at Austin Peay State University, 2012-2016, where she discovered her passion for training athletes in the sport that she loves. Niya strives to leave an impact in life, not just on the field. By preparing them mentally as well as physically, they're bound to improve their game with ALPHATELES N TRAINING.
Zachary Ducker (Coach Duck)
Zachary is from Memphis, Tennessee. He graduated from Central High School in 2007. He made the Liberty Bowl All Star team his senior season. He went in to play football at Cumberland University. The Bulldogs won the 2008 Midsouth conference west division championship. After graduating from Cumberland Zachary went on to play semipro football for the Nashville Storm and Middle Tennessee Bulldawgs. Zachary led the Storm to the 2013 National Championship with an undefeated record. Sucker was then signed to the Nashville Venom in 2014, where they won the 2014 Professional Indoor League Championship. Zachary also played for the Carolina Cobras in 2019 where they were runner up in The National Arena League Championship. Zachary is also an assistant coach for the Blackman youth football team. He’s excited and eager to take the next step in training and preparing the younger generation for a bright future in sports and in life.
Coach Zephanie Dykes
Originally from Knoxville, TN Zephanie is a graduate from Middle Tennessee State University, where she graduated with a major in Public Relations with a double minor in Leisure Sports and Tourism Studies & Organizational Communication. Zephanie was a member of the MTSU Dance Team, where she served as an involved member and captain; she studied dance at Arts in Motion, located in Kingston, TN, where she focused in Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Tap, and Musical Theater. Zephanie has also received dance education from Florida State University, and Alvin Ailey Dance Theater. Zephanie has recently served as a third-year member and captain of the Tennessee TitansCheerleaders.
Coach Tony Phelps
“ALPHALETES! My name is Coach Phelps! Are you ready to take your game to the next level? Are you ready to unleash your true potential? Most importantly, are you ready to become true ALPHALETES?? Well I’m here to help make that happen. Myself and Coach Price will be working on basketball skills and development! Contact me or Coach Price for details and information. I’m excited for the opportunity!”
Coach Tavaris Plymouth Jr.
Tavaris Plymouth Jr
Originally from Memphis, Tn. Tavaris graduated from Munford high school in 2014. Tj Played 4 years of high school football, where he made all district his senior year. Tj went on to play at Middle Tennessee State University from 2014-2016. From MTSU, TJ went on to be drafted 3rd round 2nd overall pick in the 2018 RPFL draft. Since then , TJ has been coaching young athletes , working as a wide receivers coach for Munford middle school , and as an assistant coach for the junior Oakland patriots. Coach T is excited to help our future athletes be the best version of themselves on and off the field.
Coach Megan Sikes
Megan Sikes is originally from Chattanooga, TN and began practicing yoga as a fifteen year old wanting to try something new. She was drawn to the challenging aspects of the physical practice and continued practicing on and off for the next few years. In 2020, she completed the 200 hour yoga teacher training through Yoga Landing in Chattanooga. She focuses mainly on both restorative recovery and leading students through a full mind, body, and spirit experience. She is excited and passionate about helping people enhance their physical health while also experiencing the mental benefits through this practice.