HIGH SCHOOL COACH (AND HEAD CROSS COUNTRY COACH)

Mike is a father of seven, husband, business entrepreneur, and an avid sports fan. He played competitive tennis through college, then switched to running after starting his professional career. Coach Mike has completed numerous marathons and 5k races, and his passion in coaching is using sports as a tool to develop character in young people.

HIGH SCHOOL COACH

Growing up in a family of seven kids, running and competing in local road races as a family activity was a normal part of life early on for Jesi. Coach Jesi began running at an early age, and in the midst of many track, cross country, and road races, running became one of her passions. After experiencing incredible coaching and mentorship from her dad, high school coach, and college coaches, she was inspired to coach and help the next generation both learn to appreciate running as a sport as well as grow and develop as people through it.

HIGH SCHOOL COACH (AND HEAD TRACK COACH)

Joining in 2016, Coach Israel has rapidly become an integral part of the Sovereign Grace Running team. Israel is a husband, father of four children, business entrepreneur, and loves being outdoors. He has incredible construction skills, which come in handy at the team camp and other activities. Coach Israel loves to mentor young people, encouraging them to be all that they can be.

MIDDLE SCHOOL COACH

Lauren is a wife, mother of three kids, homeschooler, and avid runner. She played competitive soccer through highschool and played for Lipscomb University in college. She switched to running after her last college season of soccer, completing her first marathon right after graduation. Lauren has completed numerous marathons and half marathons and is always training for something! She has a passion for running and even works part time at Fleet Feet Brentwood! Coach Lauren believes running is fun AND builds character for a lifetime, and she is excited to ignite a passion for running in middle schoolers!

MIDDLE SCHOOL COACH

As someone who has always enjoyed jogging and being active, I am now a grateful mom of four kids who all are involved with the sport of running. I have grown to love the team aspect and community of the cross country and track team, cheering on each individual runner to achieve their best. I also coach gymnastics, teach swim lessons, and love to bake and hike in my free time. I am excited to be a part of the coaching staff for middle schoolers!