Special Exercises for Special Needs
Russell Patterson is entering his Fifth year as the Director of strength, speed, and conditioning for the Middle Tennessee football program. During his time period at Middle Tennessee, the Blue Raiders have enjoyed resurgence in their football program going from the cellar of the Sun Belt Conference to enjoying a 10 win season and the New Orleans Bowl Champions. Patterson, who spent the 2004 and 2005 seasons at Appalachian State, played a key role in the Mountaineers' run to the 2005 national championship. In addition to his efforts with the ASU football squad, Patterson worked directly with the men's and women's basketball and volleyball teams while overseeing the strength and conditioning program for all 20 of ASU's varsity sports. Prior to his stint at Appalachian State, Coach Patterson spent six years at Clemson University as an Assistant Strength Coach to Master Strength Coach Joey Batson. During his time at Clemson, Patterson trained football, baseball, and volleyball while heading up their supplementation program.
