About Us

Trainer / Strength and Conditioning

Kevin Blackman is an experienced skills trainer and football coach with a strong background in player development. Excelling in Speed and Agility, and Individual Skills Training for athletes, specifically football players.

A former running back at Evans High School and invited walk-on at the Univversity of Central Florida (UCF), he began training athletes in 2015. From 2018 to 2025, he coached at the high school level in various roles, eventually earning the position as Head Coach at Central Florida Christian Academy (CFCA). He also worked with elite youth athletes through Football University from 2020 to 2023. Blackman brings over a decade of hands-on experience, blending technical skill with real-game insight to elevate athletes’ performance.

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A south Florida Native (Pompano Beach), Butts is one of the most highly regarded coaches and teachers in the state, throughout all classifications. A 2002 Engineering Graduate of Florida State University, Butts continued his education and received his master’s degree in Education from Florida Atlantic (2004).

A teacher of more than 25 years, Butts has excelled in the classroom and was named the 2019 Wekiva “Teacher of the Year” for his efforts within the Math Department and beyond.

A proven winner on the Basketball court, Butts has won state titles as a player (1), an assistant coach (1), and as a head coach (3)! He has shown the ability to develop individual players as well as his teams, with a knack for getting the most out of those around him, producing many players that have played or are currently playing basketball at the collegiate level.

During his 3 years at CFCA, he has lead the Lady Eagles to the Elite 8 (2023), State Runner Up (2024), and Final Four (2025) finishes. Along with his wife, Alex, the Butts’ also have two children: Jaylen (CFCA Graduate), and Jordyn.

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Albert (AB) Settles, the Head Boys Basketball Coach and Program Director at Central Florida Christian Academy has joined the Eagle Training Academy (ETA) and part of our “Launch” team Dedicated to developing student-athletes in body, mind, and spirit, Coach Settles brings passion, experience, and a clear vision to ETA.

A graduate of The First Academy (TFA), Settles first honed his leadership skills under renowned coach Chris Mayberry. He continued his academic and athletic journey at the University of North Florida, where he served as Head Men’s Basketball Manager and later as Graduate Assistant Coach under Head Coach Matt Driscoll.

Settles then returned to TFA for the 2017–2018 season before advancing his career at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, working with legendary coach Steve Ridder while completing his Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership. Settles served as Associate Head Coach at TFA before becoming the Head Coach at CFCA and has continued to play a key role in the Austin Rivers SE Elite AAU program as Head Skills Trainer, Assistant Director, and Head Coach.

Recently, Settles coached his 3SSB 16U team to a National Championship in the Summer of 2024 and took over the CFCA Boys Basketball Program, where in year one, he helped develop the FACA Regional Player of the Year and was named the FACA Regional Coach of the Year!

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A native of Orlando, Yves Saintelo, is a gifted trainer with a history of developing and training high level athletes from youth level all the way to current NBA players! Yves has a unique skillset that stems from coaching at a high level and being able to relate to young people by utilizing his experience in counseling. Yves has a Master’s Degree in Counseling and his wisdom and ability to speak into the lives of our young people in a positive and encouraging manner sets him apart!

Yves was a talented player in his own right, and was a sought after collegiate prospect before landing in Norman, OK, and starting his coaching and training career. It was there that he built a successful training gym and became a rising star in high level college and NBA circles for his ability to get the most out of his athletes.

Along with his wife, Raenisha, they have two children that attend CFCA (Brayden and Naomi). We are excited to have him join our team at ETA!

Trainer / Strength and Conditioning

Coach Ana brings over 25 years of basketball experience, from recreational leagues to college-level play and even time with a semi-pro team. Her lifelong passion for the game fuels her mission to develop the next generation of athletes with skill, confidence, and purpose.

For the past 12 years, she has coached and trained players through skills camps, group sessions, and team coaching at the middle school and high school levels (JV/Varsity). Her training philosophy focuses on building complete athletes—mentally, physically, and emotionally.

Ana holds a B.S. in Sports Management from the University of North Florida and is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, allowing her to create customized training programs that enhance athletic performance both on and off the court.

Outside of basketball, Ana is a wife to her husband Xavier (married nearly 8 years) and dog mom to Koa, their energetic Mini Australian Shepherd. She enjoys staying active through beach days, hiking, and longboarding, and lives her life with intentionality and joy.

Her coaching is rooted in faith, integrity, and encouragement. Ana is passionate about helping athletes grow—not just as players, but as strong, confident individuals who know their value and purpose.

Coach Ana is committed to developing athletes who thrive—on and off the court.