Our purpose: Nurturing excellence and lifelong passion
At Ascend Track & Cross Country, our mission is to develop healthy, confident, and resilient athletes through individualized, science-based coaching. We believe every runner's journey is unique, and we are committed to building a strong foundation that promotes long-term success, minimizes injury risk, and fosters a lifelong love of running.
Whether an athlete is taking their first steps into the sport or pursuing elite-level goals, we meet them where they are and guide them with purpose, integrity, and encouragement. At Ascend, success is measured not only by faster times, but by the confidence, character, and lifelong habits our athletes build along the way.
Aspire. Pursue. Ascend.
Our Coaching Philosophy: Elevating every stride
Transformative results: Beyond the finish line
When athletes train with ASCEND Track & Cross Country Academy, they experience profound positive changes that extend far beyond their running performance. They gain confidence in listening to their bodies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their training and well-being. Our athletes learn to set attainable goals, fostering a sense of accomplishment and continuous growth. Most importantly, they build a lifelong love for running, turning a sport into a sustainable passion. This approach leads to significant athletic growth, cultivating a positive mindset that helps them overcome challenges and celebrate successes. At ASCEND, we're not just building faster runners; we're building confident, resilient, and empowered individuals.
Developing athletes for sport—and for life.
Our passion: Inspired by experience, driven by purpose
The creation of ASCEND Track & Cross Country and its coaching philosophy is deeply rooted in my personal journey as a former NCAA Division I runner. I have experienced the highs, the challenges, and the invaluable lessons that this sport can offer. These experiences have profoundly shaped my philosophy as a coach and my unwavering commitment to creating an environment where young athletes experience more of the very best that running has to offer. My motivation is to help them find joy in the process, build confidence through growth, develop meaningful friendships, and discover what they are truly capable of, both on and off the course. It's about empowering them to embrace their full potential with balance and purpose.