Rising Stars
Our Story
Rising Academy was founded by a group of sports enthusiasts who wanted to share their passion with others. Our journey started with a small group of students, and we have since grown into a thriving community of athletes, coaches, and instructors.
Meet the Coaches
Marquis Barefield
Marquis Barefield
Marquis Barefield
Football shaped who I am today, teaching me discipline, preparation, and leading by example. As a high school running back, I earned All-State honors and First Team All-PAC recognition before continuing my career at Kutztown University. That journey instilled the dedication and mindset needed to seize opportunities. After graduation, I b
Football shaped who I am today, teaching me discipline, preparation, and leading by example. As a high school running back, I earned All-State honors and First Team All-PAC recognition before continuing my career at Kutztown University. That journey instilled the dedication and mindset needed to seize opportunities. After graduation, I built a career in business and now manage my own store with one of the industry’s leading painting companies. Joining Rising Elites allows me to give back by guiding athletes through the recruiting process, sharing do’s and don’ts, and providing the tools to excel. My goal for this clinic is to help players grow their skills, mindset, and leadership so they’re ready for success both on and off the field.
Riley Michaels
Marquis Barefield
Marquis Barefield
Football helped shape who I am today, teaching me discipline, preparation, and how to lead under pressure. As the starting quarterback at Pottsgrove High School, I developed strong decision-making skills and composure in high-pressure situations before continuing my academic journey at Cabrini University. That experience instilled the mi
Football helped shape who I am today, teaching me discipline, preparation, and how to lead under pressure. As the starting quarterback at Pottsgrove High School, I developed strong decision-making skills and composure in high-pressure situations before continuing my academic journey at Cabrini University. That experience instilled the mindset and work ethic needed to earn opportunities.
After graduation, I built a career in business and now work as a Senior Business Analyst with a well-respected IT company, where I apply strategic thinking and problem-solving every day. Joining Rising Elites allows me to give back by mentoring athletes, sharing the do’s and don’ts of the recruiting process, and helping them develop the habits needed to succeed. My goal for this clinic is to help players grow their skills, confidence, and leadership so they’re prepared for success both on and off the field