With over 20 years of experience in sports performance and exercise physiology, Chad Waelchli brings unmatched expertise to the Powerballers Athletic Center. His career includes roles as a Sports Performance Coordinator at St. Luke’s Sports Medicine, business owner, university professor, and director at nationally recognized training facilities.

Chad has trained athletes and clients of all ages and skill levels — from youth athletes and personal training clients to NFL combine participants, Olympic cyclists, minor league baseball players, and MMA fighters. His work emphasizes functional movement, performance enhancement, and long-term athletic development.

Certifications & Education

• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) – NSCA

• SPARQ Trainer (Speed, Power, Agility, Reaction, Quickness)

• Basic Life Support Instructor (CPR & AED) – American Heart Association

• M.S. & B.S. in Exercise Science – East Stroudsburg University

Chad also presents research and lectures annually at NSCA and ACSM national, regional, and local conferences.

Laura Hoffert is a passionate youth leader and mentor with over a decade of experience working with children, teens, and families. She has directed impactful programs like the Bethlehem Christian Youth Basketball League and served as Youth Director at her church, focusing on faith, mentorship, and community outreach. With professional experience in mental health counseling, Laura is dedicated to empowering the next generation through her energy, compassion, and leadership.

Former Lehigh University Assistant Coach and previously at Muhlenberg College.  Trey played at Lafayette College where he excelled as an outfielder, earning first-team All-Patriot League honors in 2019. Trey was a Preseason All-Patriot League honoree prior to the cancellation of the 2020 campaign. 

Matt McBride, a Bethlehem, PA native and Liberty High School graduate, was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the second round of the 2006 MLB Draft out of Lehigh University. A versatile player, Matt excelled as a catcher, first baseman, and outfielder during his professional career, which included stints with the Cleveland Indians, Colorado Rockies, Oakland Athletics, and Philadelphia Phillies. At Lehigh, he earned All-Patriot League honors and hit for the triple crown in his junior year. Matt’s professional accolades include multiple All-Star selections and recognition as a top prospect in the Arizona Fall League.

Steve Hultgren is a seasoned Speed & Agility and Strength Coach at Powerballers Athletic Center with over a decade of experience in sports performance and medicine. Holding a Bachelor’s in Exercise Physiology, he has served in key roles, including Director of Sports Medicine Partnerships at Lehigh Valley Health Network and Head Sports Performance Coach at Coordinated Health. Steve is passionate about helping athletes maximize their potential through expert training and personalized programs.

2013 USA Hitting Coach / Gold medalist. For over 20 years, Kevin Wilson has been one of the most sought-after hitting consultants in the game working with players throughout Major League Baseball.