I specialize in helping runners set meaningful goals and create sustainable training habits that lead to long-term success. My coaching experience spans both track and road racing, allowing me to work with athletes pursuing everything from their first 5K to ambitious marathon PRs. With a background in hurdles, sprint mechanics, and marathon training, I enjoy helping athletes improve efficiency, confidence, race execution, and consistency. I also place a strong emphasis on accountability, communication, and adapting training to fit real-life schedules.

I believe the best results come from consistency, not perfection. Every athlete has unique goals, strengths, responsibilities, and life circumstances, so coaching should never be one-size-fits-all. My role is to provide structure, accountability, and guidance while helping athletes understand the “why” behind their training.

I encourage runners to dream big while respecting the process required to get there. Whether an athlete is training for their first race or chasing a Boston Marathon qualifier, I focus on sustainable progress, open communication, and building confidence through small victories that compound over time. Running has given me incredible friendships, mentors, and opportunities, and I strive to create that same positive experience for the athletes I coach.

Professional Coaching Experience

• Assistant Track & Field Coach, Whitnall High School (2019–2024)
• Designed hurdle training programs for varsity and JV athletes.
• Created individualized workout plans based on athlete goals and abilities.
• Assisted with season planning, race preparation, and championship tapering.
• Used video analysis and technical instruction to improve performance and confidence.

Running Community Leadership

• Organize and lead group runs in the Milwaukee-area running community.
• Mentor runners of varying experience levels.
• Provide informal coaching, encouragement, race guidance, and accountability.

I grew up in Muskego, Wisconsin, where I discovered my love for running through track and field. What started as a passion for sprinting and hurdles eventually evolved into a lifelong commitment to the sport. After competing as a Division III athlete at Carroll University, I transitioned into road racing and marathon training, where I’ve continued to challenge myself while staying deeply involved in the local running community.

Today, I balance competitive racing, coaching, community leadership, and a professional career while continuing to pursue ambitious goals of my own. Running has shaped who I am by teaching discipline, resilience, and the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people. Those lessons now guide the way I coach and mentor others.

• The coaches and mentors who helped me grow from a high school hurdler into a collegiate athlete.
• The Team RunRun coaching model and my own experience as a coached athlete.
• The Milwaukee-area running community and local training groups.
• Sports psychology principles from my Psychology degree.
• The belief that community and accountability are often more important than talent alone.
• Marathon training philosophies centered around consistency, patience, and long-term development.

High School

• Muskego High School Track & Field
• School record holder in the 300m hurdles
• School record holder as part of the 4x400m relay team

Collegiate

• Carroll University Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Specialized in the 400m hurdles
• NCAA Division III National Championships qualifier
• Multiple school record performances
• USTFCCCA All-Academic honoree

Post-Collegiate

• Member of the Performance Running Outfitters (PRO) Race Team
• Competed in numerous road races ranging from 5Ks to marathons
• Seven-time marathon finisher
• Boston Marathon finisher
• Chicago Marathon finisher
• Continues to race competitively while coaching and leading within the local running community

• 400mh: 62.06 (5/26/17) NCAA Division III Outdoor National Championships
• 5K: 17:31 (11/27/25) St. Leonard’s 5K Turkey Trot
• Marathon: 2:46:10 (10/12/25) Chicago Marathon