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Meet: Michael Lucchesi

CEO of Mountain West Area Scouts

A Visionary in Athlete Development and Advocacy

Hello, I'm Michael Lucchesi, a Las Vegas native who has witnessed the remarkable evolution of sports in Southern Nevada. From a landscape of just 8 high schools to an impressive 73, I've seen our community transform into a national sports hub, paralleling my own journey from youth and high school ball, then to a Jr. College in Southern CA. and finally returning home to UNLV as a passionate advocate for young athletes.

My path wasn't straightforward. Growing up with limited parental guidance and quality coaching, I navigated the challenges of being a young, aspiring athlete, learning through trials and personal experiences. This journey, marked by a stint of juvenile delinquency and a life-changing decision influenced by a man, only known as "Doc", a boxing coach/manager icon who shaped my understanding of discipline, responsibility, and the need for structured guidance – elements I found lacking in my youth.

As a former athlete who grappled with injuries and the limitations of not knowing foundational movement skills, I understand the hurdles young athletes face. My experiences at UNLV, and later as a parent of a Division 1 hockey player, have deepened my commitment to ensuring that today's athletes have access to the proper teaching, high-quality training, and fundamental skills necessary for success.

My heartfelt concern for young athletes stems from these personal struggles and triumphs. I believe every child deserves the best support to unlock their potential, not just in sports but in life. It's about nurturing their physical and emotional well-being, helping them overcome obstacles, and guiding them towards realizing their dreams. Today, I am dedicated to changing the narrative for young athletes. With a keen understanding of the value of safety, both on and off the field, I am committed to providing the knowledge, coaching, and resources that were once scarce in my journey. My mission is to ensure that every young athlete shines, reaching their full potential and developing essential life skills and values along the way.

Join me in this endeavor to empower the next generation of athletes, fostering a future where they can excel, grow, and most importantly, stay safe and healthy in their sporting pursuits.

WHY CHOOSE MOUNTAIN WEST AREA SCOUTS?

Over 70 million children and teens between the ages of 5 and 19 participate in organized sports each year. Among them, more than 80% engage in multiple sports. Today, youth athletes are dedicated to year-round training and competition. Parents are constantly seeking cost effective programs that deliver results and help their children realize their full potential. Mountain West Area Scouts offers a proven, results-driven solution that not only fits their budget but also prioritizes the health of youth athletes. This is especially crucial in an industry where youth sports related injuries have surged to over 30 million per year.

Mountain West Area Scouts offers athletes cutting-edge B.A.S.E.™ evaluations, innovative sport-specific performance assessments, and a comprehensive development and conditioning program tailored to different ages and abilities.

Mountain West Area Scouts provides a unique, global platform focused on athlete health, development, and strength training. Our athletes receive tailored resources designed to help them improve their skills and maximize their potential for success.

OUR MISSION

We understand that learning proper movement, fundamentals, and mechanics in sports is essential at any age. Our diverse programs not only make training enjoyable but also guide young athletes to reach their full potential with confidence. Our mission at Mountain West Area Scouts is to lower injury rates in youth sports across the world, while helping all young athletes to reach their performance ceiling within their sport(s) and achieve significant strides in their overall athletic performance. Mountain West Area Scouts provides young athletes with the best chance to remain healthy and injury-free throughout the entirety of their sports endeavors. We hope to inspire more children to not only to participate in sports, but to stay in sports, fostering a lifelong passion for physical activity and helping them achieve their goals.

At Mountain West Area Scouts, we are dedicated to helping athletes of all ages grow and excel. With top-tier training and a team of skilled Evaluators/Coaches, Instructors, Trainers, and Sports Medicine doctors, we provide young athletes the tools and the support they need to enhance their abilities and stay active on the field, court, ice, or ring!