🏀 Mission Statement
At Earnest Elite Training, our mission is to empower athletes through elite-level training, coaching, personalized development, and character-driven mentorship. We are committed to building confident, disciplined, and high-performing individuals who excel on the court, the track, and in life.
⏱️ vision statement
Our vision is to become the premier destination for youth and varsity athletic development—where every athlete, regardless of background, has the opportunity to grow, compete, and become their best self through relentless effort, smart training, and a commitment to excellence.
Meet Your Tri-Athlete Trainer & Coach E.A.r.N.E.S.T
   👟 Coach Ray Earnest – Founder & Head Trainer
Ray Earnest is the heart and engine behind Earnest Elite Training—a decorated multi-sport athlete turned elite performance coach with a passion for unlocking potential in every athlete he trains.
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Coach Earnest was a dominant tri-sport athlete in Track & Field, Basketball, and Football. Competing under the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA), he gained citywide and statewide recognition for his explosive speed, game IQ, and unmatched work ethic.
In track, Coach Earnest made headlines with a blistering 10.2-second 100-meter dash, earning him elite sprinter status and cementing his place as one of Wisconsin’s fastest athletes of the decade. On the basketball court and football field, his speed and agility translated into game-changing performances that brought his teams to victory—and brought his name into multiple newspaper articles, awards columns, and community spotlights.
With a long list of accolades, medals, and press recognition, Coach Earnest transitioned his passion for sport into a purpose-driven mission: to develop the next generation of elite athletes with the same grit, focus, and relentless drive that fueled his own career.
Today, he leads Earnest Elite Training with the belief that greatness isn’t given—it’s earned. His coaching philosophy blends technical skill-building with mental toughness, discipline, and leadership—helping athletes become not just better players, but better people.
training athletes and shaping leaders
beyond the game. built for life
We use sports training as a platform to build discipline, leadership, and lifelong success.
Character Development
A focus on communication, sportsmanship, and leadership both on and off the field.
Life Skills & Career
Introduce athletes to financial literacy, resume writing, interview skills, and entrepreneurship.
Community Impact & Service Program
We participate in volunteering events within our community. Which builds character, humility, and shows leadership.
Confidence Workshops
Teach athletes how to overcome fear, bounce back from failure, and build mental resilience.
Student-athlete academic support
Homework help, time management coaching, and study sessions. Designed to keep athletes balanced and academically eligible.