CORE SPORTS FITNESS STAFF
The CORE staff is integral to the undeniable success of our training programs. CORE specialists are superiorly trained in athletic fitness and performance enhancement techniques and use an integrated approach with state-of-the-art equipment and evidence-based protocols to promote optimal performance capacity. Meet the players!


Jon Finstrom joins CORE after playing 11 years of Professional Hockey with the Pittsburg Penguins Organization, Florida Panthers Organization, in Munich, Germany and Team USA.  He is currently...
John is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Trainer who comes to CORE with an extensive background in working with athletes of all ages. Growing up in Trenton, MI, John was an All-State Football...
Nathan comes to CORE with 18 years of experience in hockey.  His playing career took him to various levels including AAA, AA and High School Hockey.  After playing for the Compuware AAA...
Marissa will be your point of contact and will assure a good experience for every athlete that comes in to CORE to fulfull their needs and goals.  She handles the team and individual...
Kyle joins CORE with years of experience as a hockey player, coach and trainer. 
Marguerite Valascho joins CORE Sports Fitness as an instructor of fitness classes and personal training.  Ms. Valascho is a graduate from Oakland University and furthered her education in post...
Kris is a native of Toronto, Ontario. Kris was a Third Round selection of the Winnipeg Jets, 62nd overall, in 1989. Kris has played with the Red Wings since 1993, and was an integral part of Red...
Dr. Pierce is the Medical Director of the Michigan Sports & Spine Centers. He specializes in a comprehensive treatment program for spine and musculoskeletal/joint injuries including sports &...