ABOUT

Quarterback Football Training (QBFT) was founded in 2019 by former professional quarterback Cleveland McCoy to help quarterbacks of all ages reach their full potential on and off the playing field. What began as a dream is now a reality, with QBFT’s mission focused on enhancing individual performance through dedicated, quarterback-specific training sessions. These workouts empower athletes to succeed both on the field and in life.

Cleveland McCoy, the founder, brings a wealth of experience from his playing and coaching career. Having been mentored by some of football’s most notable names, McCoy integrates a professional approach rooted in the lessons he learned from his coaches:

    •    Buddy Pough – South Carolina State University

    •    Tony Elliott – University of Virginia

    •    Billy Napier – University of Florida

    •    Joe Blackwell – Alabama State University

    •    Kit Cartwright – Former Offensive Coordinator, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (CFL)

    •    Scott Linehan – Offensive Coordinator, Detroit Lions

    •    Ramon Robinson – Head Coach, Carolina Speed (Indoor Football League), and Founder of Elite Positioning Training

Playing Career

    •    South Carolina State University (2003–2007)

    •    Winnipeg Blue Bombers (CFL, 2008–2009)

    •    Carolina Speed (AFL, 2009–2010)

    •    Detroit Lions (NFL, 2010)

    •    Green Bay Blizzard (IFL, 2010–2011)

    •    Green Bay Packers (NFL, 2011)

    •    Oklahoma Bricktown Brawlers (IFL, 2012)

    •    Mini Camps: Toronto Argonauts (CFL, 2012), Iowa Barnstormers (AFL, 2013)

Coaching Career

    •    Baptist Hill High School – Quarterback/Wide Receiver Coach (2008–2010)

    •    Patrick Henry High School – Quarterback Coach (2014–2015)

    •    Fridley High School – Quarterback Coach (2016–2018)

    •    Champlin Park High School – Quarterback Coach (2019–2021)

    •    QB Legacy (2021–present)

QBFT College and Professional Quarterbacks

QBFT has trained an impressive roster of athletes who have gone on to achieve success at the collegiate and professional levels, including:

    •    Zach Yeager – Howard University (North High School, MN)

    •    Kaleb Blaha – UW-River Falls (Fridley High School, MN)

    •    Colton Hackel – Northern State University (Perham High School, MN)

    •    Cole Strenstrom – Winona State University (Mounds View High School, MN)

    •    Cade Fitzgerald – UW-River Falls (Champlin Park High School, MN)

    •    Marcus Freeman – SC State University (Park Center High School, MN)

    •    Corey Fields – SC State University / GFL Wild Boars Kragujevac

    •    Nick Ruohonen – Hamline University (Totino Grace High School, MN)

    •    Nick Fazi – Adams State University (Eden Prairie High School, MN)

    •    Milos Spasojevic – University of Wisconsin (Minnetonka High School, MN)

    •    Tanner Zolnosky – Western Illinois University (East Ridge High School, MN)

    •    Maximus Sims – Minnesota State University (St. Thomas Academy, MN)

    •    Ky Kelvie – Gustavus Adolphus College (Buffalo High School, MN)

    •    Kaleb Eleby – Western Michigan / XFL Houston Roughnecks / NFL Seattle Seahawks

    •    Brian Villanueva – Fort Valley State University / AFL Rapid City Marshals

    •    Cade Peterson – Grand Valley State University / NFL Detroit Lions

    •    Gavin Stahl – University of Sioux Falls (Osseo High School, MN)

Cleveland McCoy’s Vision

“Playing and coaching quarterbacks has always been a passion of mine. Growing up in Hollywood, South Carolina, I wasn’t fully prepared for the mental and physical demands of college athletics, but my determination to learn and maintain a positive mindset helped me overcome challenges. Football has given me the opportunity to learn from exceptional mentors, travel the world, and acquire lessons that apply to everyday life. My mission is to equip athletes with the tools they need to succeed on a level playing field. At QBFT, we guarantee that our athletes will be prepared and ready to strive for greatness.” – Cleveland McCoy, QBFT Founder