Growing up, I wasn’t the most naturally gifted athlete. What I did have was a relentless desire to improve.

In high school, I discovered strength and conditioning and became fascinated by the idea that athleticism could be developed. Through countless hours in the weight room and a commitment to becoming stronger, faster, and more capable, I transformed myself as an athlete and earned the opportunity to play collegiate lacrosse at Frostburg State University.

After a successful freshman season, I took a chance on myself—transferring to Marquette University and earning a spot as a walk-on with the inaugural NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse program. That experience reinforced a belief that continues to shape the way I coach today: where an athlete starts does not have to determine where they finish.

Following my collegiate career, my interest in human performance continued to grow. While working professionally in technology sales, I spent my evenings training athletes and adults and developing my craft as a coach. In 2020, I made the decision to leave the corporate world and pursue coaching full-time.

Since then, I have earned a Master’s Degree in Applied Exercise Science and the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, while continuing my education across strength and conditioning, speed development, movement, and golf performance.

Today, I am the founder of RUN&GUN Performance, where I work with youth, high school, collegiate, and adult clients to improve strength, speed, movement, and long-term physical performance. I also serve as a Performance Coach for North Central College Men’s Lacrosse, overseeing strength training, speed development, and conditioning for the program.

My approach to coaching is rooted in the same principle that shaped my own athletic career: athleticism can be developed. With the right training, environment, and expectations, people are capable of far more than they often realize.