Dr. Sydney Vanlandingham, PT, DPT
Co-Owner  & Co-Founder   | Vandy Sports and Performance | Cola Sports Complex

Dr. Sydney Vanlandingham is the co-owner of Vandy Sports and Performance and Cola Sports Complex. A former NCAA Division I soccer player at Indiana State University (2012–2016), Sydney developed a passion for helping athletes maximize their potential both on and off the field.

After completing her collegiate soccer career, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of South Carolina in 2019. Her background as both an athlete and physical therapist gives her a unique perspective on performance, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and long-term athletic development.

In August 2021, Sydney founded Vandy Sports and Performance, which began as a soccer training business with a mission to help athletes improve their skills and confidence. Since then, the company has evolved into a comprehensive performance and mentorship program, providing individualized training, education, and guidance to athletes at every stage of their journey.

In addition to her work with athletes, Sydney serves as the Head Girls Soccer Coach at Dreher High School, where she is passionate about developing players not only as competitors but also as confident leaders and teammates.

Today, Sydney works with athletes both in person and virtually, combining evidence-based performance training with mentorship to help them reach their goals, build resilience, and develop the habits needed for long-term success in sport and life. Through Vandy Sports and Performance and Cola Sports Complex, she is committed to creating opportunities for athletes and the local community to train, grow, and thrive.

Eric Vanlandingham
Co-Owner & Co-Founder | Vandy Sports and Performance | Cola Sports Complex

Eric Vanlandingham is the co-owner and co-founder of Vandy Sports and Performance and Cola Sports Complex. A lifelong athlete, Eric competed in soccer, football, and track before continuing his football career as a collegiate kicker at Bluffton University in Ohio. His diverse athletic background fuels his passion for helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, and a strong work ethic.

Since 2018, Eric has built a successful career in construction management with MSI Construction, where he leads complex projects with a focus on collaboration, integrity, and excellence. His experience managing teams and delivering results has translated into his leadership role within both Vandy Sports and Performance and Cola Sports Complex.

Together with his wife, Dr. Sydney Vanlandingham, his middle school sweetheart, Eric is committed to creating opportunities for athletes to grow both on and off the field. In addition to serving as co-owner, he is the Assistant Girls Soccer Coach at Dreher High School, where he works alongside Sydney to develop players into confident competitors, leaders, and teammates.

Through Vandy Sports and Performance and Cola Sports Complex, Eric is dedicated to building more than just training spaces. His vision is to create a community where athletes of all ages have access to high-quality coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to reach their full potential.