Coach Tom has been a dedicated coach with Rainier Beach Track Club since 2018, after first joining as a parent volunteer in 2017. With nearly a decade of experience guiding youth and high school athletes, he brings a thoughtful, athlete centered approach to every training session and competition. Coach Tom is a USATF Level 2 certified coach with specializations in U20 and Cross Country.

With a belief in building strength from the ground up, he focuses on foundational conditioning appropriate to each event group. His coaching emphasizes long term development, consistency, and healthy progression over quick results, helping athletes develop confidence, resilience, and a lifelong connection to the sport. Beyond technique and workouts, he focuses on fostering independence, teamwork, and a positive training culture.