About ACE
We are Athletes Committed to Excellence (ACE).
the process is the product
Success doesn’t happen overnight.
At ACE, we emphasize a proven process to help athletes achieve their goals:
- Plan your vision.
- Prepare to execute.
- Practice consistently.
Through patience and dedication to the process, the product—your performance—will follow.
transforming boys into men
Our mission goes beyond athletic performance. We train student-athletes to excel on the field and in life. Through transformational coaching, we help develop:
- Empathy
- Integrity
- Courageous leadership
- Responsibility
- Servant-hearted attitudes
- Relentless effort
Our goal is to build champions on the field, at home, in school, and in the community.
The Pursuit of excellence starts with our coaches
With a training team comprised of former college and professional football players and coaches, our coaches have walked the path of high performance, competing at the pinnacle of the sport. They understand what it takes to excel, and they’re here to guide athletes who share that same commitment to excellence. Whether it’s perfecting your technique, sharpening your game IQ, or building the resilience needed to succeed, ACE coaches are here to help you reach your full potential.
JEFF HARTINGS
Coach Jeff Hartings brings tremendous experience, passion, and leadership to ACE Athletic Training. A former NFL player and Super Bowl Champion, Hartings has successfully transitioned from the professional stage to coaching middle school and high school athletes. With a focus on both athletic development and character building, his “Inside/Out Coaching Philosophy” ensures players grow as individuals while mastering their skills on the field.
Hartings has spent years dedicating his life to mentoring student-athletes, instilling values of hard work, empathy, and leadership. Whether coaching offensive line techniques or guiding players through life’s challenges, Hartings is committed to helping athletes become champions on and off the field.
Nick McVay
Coach Nick McVay is a seasoned football coach with more than a decade of experience across high school and collegiate programs. Now serving as the Head Coach at Dublin Coffman High School, he brings a strong reputation for developing athletes, elevating team performance, and leading with clarity and purpose. Quarterback development remains one of his core strengths, backed by years of hands-on training and player mentorship.
Before joining Dublin Coffman, McVay served as the Offensive Coordinator at Olentangy Berlin High School, where he helped guide the program to multiple playoff runs and supported numerous athletes in earning individual honors. His time coaching at the collegiate level further shaped his approach, contributing to standout seasons and record-setting performances.
A Lewis Center native, McVay is driven by a commitment to helping athletes grow on and off the field while fostering a culture grounded in discipline, teamwork, and steady improvement.
Jeff Mowrey
Coach Mowrey brings a wealth of experience and passion to ACE Athletic Training, with a successful career as both an athlete and coach. A three-sport athlete at St. Clairsville High School, he graduated in 1991 and was inducted into the St. Clairsville Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012. At the collegiate level, Mowrey excelled at Ashland University, finishing his career as the 5th leading tackler in school history. A two-time Academic All-American and a finalist for the prestigious Campbell Trophy, Mowrey was later inducted into the Ashland University Athletic Hall of Fame, cementing his legacy as both a scholar and athlete.
With over 12 years of coaching experience at the high school level, Mowrey has made significant impacts at programs including Stow-Munroe Falls, Olentangy, Olentangy Berlin, and Worthington Christian High Schools. As a defensive coordinator and coach of every defensive position, he has developed numerous all-state performers and helped athletes reach collegiate football programs across all levels. Mowrey emphasizes teaching not only the fundamentals and techniques of each position but also the strategy and team concept that make those skills meaningful.
Off the field, Coach Mowrey is married to Stefanie and has two children, Aiden and Brenna.
Delano Madison
Coach DeLano Madison–also known as Coach D, Coach Lano, or even Coach Mad to his players–is in his sixth season as a Varsity Football coach at Dublin Coffman High School. With a passion for developing young athletes both on and off the field, Coach Madison is committed to shaping the next generation of leaders.
Originally from Detroit, MI, Coach Madison played wide receiver at Western Michigan University before transferring to Robert Morris University in Pennsylvania, where he played for four years. The lessons he’s learned through the game of football, both on the field and in life, drive his coaching philosophy, which focuses on leadership, teamwork, and character development.
Off the field, Coach Madison recently married and welcomed his first baby girl into the world. These life experiences, coupled with his dedication to the game, shape his approach to coaching, where family values, responsibility, and personal growth are emphasized.