2026 Coaches and Sports Performance Staff

  • We’re thrilled to announce Coach BT (she/her) is returning for the 2026 NY Gridlock season!
    With over two decades in the sport and 7 years of coaching experience at the college, international, and pro levels, BT brings consistency, perspective, and a deep commitment to growing the game, on and off the field.

    Coach BT:
    “I’ve been playing ultimate for 21 years (mostly in VA/DC) and coaching at the college, international, and pro levels for the last 7. I’ve served multiple local organizing boards in efforts to increase and improve participation, especially for women and players of color. At home in Richmond, VA I spend time caring for pets, exercising, and watching a lot of basketball, tennis, and ultimate.”

    What she’s most looking forward to this season:
    “The excitement of taking the field for that first game and a full season of opportunity ahead. I’m also looking forward to multiple years coaching some of our players and to see them keep growing and excelling in the sport.”

  • We’re proud to announce Dr. Rena Eleázar (she/her) is returning for the 2026 season as NY Gridlock’s Director of Sports Performance.
    Rena brings elite-level expertise, deep care for athlete longevity, and a mission-driven approach to performance, ensuring Gridlock athletes are supported at the highest level.

    Dr. Rena Eleázar is honored and excited to return as NYGL’s Director of Sports Performance. As a board-certified clinical specialist in sports physical therapy and strength and conditioning coach, her mission is to bring high-level performance services to underserved athletes, including women and queer communities, to increase their participation in sports and improve the longevity of their careers.
    She integrates her knowledge and over a decade of experience from working with hundreds of athletes and multiple professional organizations, such as the Brooklyn Nets and New Jersey Devils, to give NYGL’s athletes the support they deserve through every phase of their season.

    What she’s most looking forward to this season:
    “I always love witnessing the growth of the athletes in the short time we have together. I am forever grateful to take the field with all of you.”

  • With nearly 15 years in the sport and coaching since 2019, Dmitry brings a sharp strategic mind and deep film experience shaped by years playing college, mixed, open club, and in the UFA. Most recently, he’s coached NY BENT at the club level and spent the past couple of seasons on the Gridlock sidelines.
    Coach Dmitry:
    “I’ve been playing ultimate for almost 15 years, starting in college, then moving into mixed and open club as well as the UFA. I’ve been coaching since 2019, most recently with NY BENT and the past couple of seasons of Gridlock.”
    What he’s most looking forward to this season:
    “Another year working with some of the best players in NY, and helping the team get back to winning a championship.”