OUR TEAM

Mark Everett
Coach

Everett is a middle-distance runner who won the bronze medal in the 800-meter event at the 1991 World Championships in Tokyo. He currently hosts camps and coaches speed and agility for athletes all over the world.

Mark Everett attended the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, where he ran for the Florida Gators' Track and Field Team in NCAA competition. He graduated from Florida with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sports Science in 1992, and was inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame as a “Gator Great” in 2001.

Everett is a middle-distance runner who won the bronze medal in the 800-meter event at the 1991 World Championships in Tokyo. Throughout his career, Everett was known for his finishing speed, a kicker, usually coming from behind on the final straightaway. Some of Everett’s career achievements include:

12-time SEC Champion
US Junior Champion/ Record-holder
World Junior Champion
3-Time NCAA Champion /Record-holder
12-Time Millrose Champion
Millrose Hall of Fame
12-Time United States Champion
World Champion
World Record-Holder/ 600 yards
3-Time Olympian 1988/1992/2000
Ranked Top ten if the World from 1988-2000
Fastest 400/800 Combo Runner in History
Graduate of the University of Florida/ Sports Administration
President’s List & Dean’s List, University of Florida

Coach Everett also coached at the University of Florida and helped start the track and field team at Birmingham-Southern College. He also coached at Mountain Brook High. He currently hosts camps and coaches speed and agility for athletes all over the world. He has two daughters: Alexandra and Siena. He is an avid golfer and loves to read.

Elbert L. Ellis, Jr.

Lead Scout & Head Recruiter

Elbert Lee Ellis, Jr. is a former professional athlete, dedicated educator, and mentor committed to inspiring the next generation. A proud product of Durham Public Schools and Hillside High School, Elbert overcame shyness and introversion through sports, discovering a passion that would shape his life. His athletic journey began with the Durham Striders track society and led to remarkable achievements, including multiple All-American honors, international medals, and a career in the NFL.

With 24 years of experience in education, Elbert combines his background in Physical Education, Health, and Sociology to empower students both physically and mentally. He has served as Dean of Discipline and works tirelessly to help students improve academically, develop life skills, and secure academic and athletic scholarships.

Elbert’s mission is simple: to pay it forward by sharing his story of resilience, perseverance, and growth. Through speaking engagements, coaching, and mentorship, he inspires students to overcome challenges, reach their potential, and build a foundation for lifelong success.

For inquiries, bookings, or to learn more about Elbert’s programs, contact him at elbertellisjr87@gmail.com or call 678.478.5387.

Jessica Johnson

Recruiting & Operations Assistant

Jessica Johnson is the Recruiting & Operations Assistant at Prime Time Scouting, where she helps keep everything running smoothly—handling contracts, supporting recruiting efforts, and making sure our student-athletes and their families have the guidance they need. She played golf in high school, which taught her the value of dedication, focus, and teamwork—lessons she carries into her work every day. She's also passionate about giving back and stays active with nonprofits across the country, helping make a positive impact in communities wherever she can.

Anthony Jones

Director of Communications &
Strategic Partnerships | NIL Consultant

Anthony Jones serves as Director of Communications and Strategic Partnerships for Prime Time Scouting and plays a key role as the organization’s NIL consultant. He brings more than 20 years of experience in the retail and technology industries, with a strong background in direct sales, sales engineering, product management, and technical sales support.

Most recently, Anthony served as Senior Account Executive at apg Solutions and previously held sales and engineering roles with Invafresh, NCR, and Ingenico. His deep expertise in relationship building, strategic growth, and client engagement is instrumental in developing partnerships and expanding opportunities for Prime Time Scouting athletes.

A former high school and college athlete, Anthony remains actively involved in youth sports, having served as a youth football coach in Wylie, Texas, where he resides. He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Livingstone College and proudly served as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army from 1987 to 1997.

Anthony lives in Wylie, TX with his wife, Anicia, and their son, Courtney, a freshman football player at Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX. Courtney is also a Prime Time Scouting athlete, giving Anthony a personal connection to the mission and impact of the organization.