At Bryson Park Youth Athletic Association, our coaches are the heart of everything we do. This year, our coaching staff brings an incredible combination of diversity, skill, dedication, and experience to our program. Each coach comes from a unique background and shares a common passion for helping young athletes grow both on and off the field.
Our coaches are committed to creating a positive environment where players can develop their athletic abilities, build confidence, learn teamwork, and most importantly, have fun. With years of playing and coaching experience across different levels of the game, they are focused on teaching the fundamentals while also mentoring our athletes in sportsmanship, discipline, and leadership.
We are proud of the group of coaches leading our teams this season, and we look forward to the impact they will have on our players and our community.
Head Coaches
Billie Thomas
Coach Billie Thomas brings over 35 years of football coaching experience and a long-standing commitment to developing young athletes both on and off the field. With a strong coaching history in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Toledo, Ohio, Coach Thomas has dedicated decades to mentoring youth and helping players reach their full potential.
Known for building disciplined, competitive teams, Coach Thomas emphasizes the importance of strong fundamentals, mental toughness, and accountability. His coaching philosophy goes beyond the game itself, focusing on preparing athletes to succeed not only in football but also in life.
Coach Thomas believes that football is a powerful tool for teaching teamwork, responsibility, and character. Through structured training, positive leadership, and a passion for the sport, he works to ensure every player develops confidence, discipline, and a strong work ethic.
With decades of experience and a proven track record of developing athletes, Coach Thomas continues to make a lasting impact on the next generation of players.
Martina Sapp
Coach Martina Sapp is a dedicated and passionate football coach with nine years of experience developing youth athletes, including five years in flag football and four years in tackle football. She is a strong advocate for teaching the fundamentals of the game while emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and character both on and off the field.
A former Women’s Professional Tackle Football player, Coach Sapp brings firsthand knowledge of high-level competition and athlete development. Her playing experience, combined with her coaching background, allows her to mentor young athletes with a unique understanding of the game and what it takes to succeed.
Throughout her coaching career as both a Head Coach and Assistant Coach, Coach Sapp has helped guide young athletes to success through structure, accountability, and strong mentorship. Most recently, she led a Girls Flag Travel Team to two championship titles, demonstrating her ability to build competitive teams while developing confident and skilled players.
Coach Sapp is committed to building programs that empower athletes and strengthen their love for the game. Her coaching philosophy centers on teaching football the right way—developing players who are not only talented on the field but also respectful, disciplined, and confident leaders.
She focuses on preparing athletes for the next level of competition and for life beyond the field, ensuring that every player grows both as an athlete and as a person. Coach Sapp looks forward to continuing to develop young players and helping them prepare for the upcoming 7v7 season and tackle football season as proud Patriots.