All Runner2Runner coaches are certified to coach - They have active USATF memberships, completed the USOC SafeSport Course, and have completed extensive background checks. Furthermore, they hold a wide range of athletic & coaching achievements, scroll down to read more about our talented staff!
We are currently adding additional coaches - If you are interested in joining our team email Howard@runner2runner.com
WASHINGTON
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James Cameron
- Former D1 All American at University of Washington
- #3 ALL TIME (mile) #6 ALL TIME (5k outdoors) #7 ALL TIME (3k indoors) #7 ALL TIME (5k indoors) at the U.Washington
- Completed in XC as well for U.Washington
- Sub 4 Miler
- In high school ranked top 20 in the nation for the 1600m
- First team all state in California for XC
- Loves photography, his son, and the outdoors!
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Katie Howard
- Ran in 30+ Half marathons & 8 Full marathons to date
- 2020 Boston qualifier
- Currently 2nd grade teacher
- In high school - Varsity Track and XC athlete
- Loves her dog (Baxter), cooking and of course running!
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Brian Comer
- Former D3 Athlete at Seattle Pacific University
- #Top 100 finisher at GNAC Championships
- Grew up in Sammamish, Washington
- Four year varsity Track + One year varsity Basketball
- If he could invite anyone to dinner, it would be Steve Prefontaine "because of how inspiring he is through his endless commitment to running."
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OREGON
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Howard Lao
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Jamie Newsome
- Former D1 Sprinter/Jumper for Indiana State University
- Top NCAA East Region Jumper
- Named MVP and Most Valuable Sprinter in High School (Lee's Summit West)
- Earth Science Major - Loves the outdoors!
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Jaime Rodden
- Former D3 collegiate runner (800m/1500m) at Linfield University
- Level I US Association of Track and Field coaching certification.
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- B.S. in Exercise Science
- 8x Varsity letter in high school (Track / XC / Soccer)
- Loves to travel, most recently to Italy for the food.
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Tyler Green
- Former D3 collegiate runner (sprints / long jump) at Colorado College
- Qualified for Oregon state meet 4x in high school
- Varsity basketball player
- Current mentor at a nonprofit youths
- Go Blazers, Timbers, and all Portland sports!
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Ashley Marcy
- Former Varsity XC & TF athlete at Lincoln High School
- Ran the Portland Marathon & San Francisco Half
- Currently training for Hood to Coast, Portland Half, and Berkeley Half
- Loves running, soccer, rock climbing, yoga, skiing & backpacking
- Current Oncology Nurse
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Abram Misiluti
- Coached 2 Runner2Runner seasons (TF & XC)
- Loves running marathons - Portland Trail Series x3, Bay to Breakers x3.
- 1st in age group for Cinderella Marathon
- Currently training for Timberline Trail, Hood to Coast, Portland Marathon, Skyline Trail and Berkeley Half
- Loves running, soccer, rock climbing, yoga, skiing & backpacking
- Currently at Oregon Community Foundation
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Madison Rizzio
- Current middle school Portland Public track coach (Franklin Youth)
- Zumba instructor & manager at Crunch Fitness
- Varsity dance, soccer, and swim athlete in high school
- Passionate about health, personal training, and the fitness industry!
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Katie Encabo
- Ran for Runner2Runner back in Middle school with founder (Melissa Hill)
- Former Varsity XC & Track athlete for Lincoln High School
- 7x Hood to Coast relay finisher
- Coached middle school with Portland Public Schools & with Girls on the Run
- Loves Portland, the Blazers, tennis, hiking, and traveling!
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Noah Jacobsen
- Former D3 collegiate track & basketball player at Grinnell College
- 2017 & 2018: Academic All-Conference at Grinnell
- Portland born and raised!
- Oregon Live's Top 30 3-point Shooters List in 2016.
- Loves Portland's great outdoors!
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Mat Rios
- 2nd place Texas youth 800
- Former Texas state youth record holder 4 x 800
- 2-time WA State HS State meet participant (2nd 4x400)
- Former member Clark College (NWAAC) Men's Meet Champion
- Former middle school track coach
- Red Cross "Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers" Instructor
- Pursuing Master's degree in Teaching
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MICHIGAN
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Mike Quick
- Former D1 Track & XC Running at Michigan State
- Academic All BigTen
- Top 200 Boston Marathon finisher
- 4x High School Regional XC Champion
- 4x High School All State XC, 3x High School All State TF (Michigan)
- Completed in the Junior Olympic Circuit as a youth, including USATF National Champ at 3000m (U12 age division)
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Dustin Voss
- Former D1 Track & XC Running at Michigan State
- Won state championship as a senior, placing 2nd as a junior
- Won state championship with state record time in the 4x800m
- 3x ALL state honoree in XC (high school)
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MISSOURI
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Kim AuBuchon
- Level I US Association of Track and Field coaching certification
- 7+ years of coaching experience
- Completed 20+ half marathons, 11 full marathons, 1 half Ironman, 1 full Ironman to date
- Lover of all things running and fitness
- Current MBA candidate at the University of Missouri, St. Louis
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Ashley Weaver
- Received Division 1 scholarship for collegiate cycling
- B.S. in Exercise Physiology from Midwestern State University and M.S. in Human Performance from Lindenwood University.
- 5+ yrs experience in coaching athletes from all backgrounds
- Former High School Varsity Track & Cross Country Runner
- Currently competes at the US Elite National level in cycling
- Enjoys being outdoors, all things sports, and encouraging/teaching others to move and be active!
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Mark Spewak
- Former D1 collegiate runner (distance) at Rider University
- 2x Boston Marathon
- Passionate about fitness and personal training.
- Varsity XC & Track at Ladue High School (2010)
- St.Louis born and raised!
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Victoria Soncasie
- Former D2 Collegiate athlete (Distance) at Truman State University
- Completed in both Track and XC in college.
- St.Louis born and raised, attended Ladue High School.
- In high school 4 year Varsity Track and XC athlete
- Current MD candidate at Saint Lous University School of Medicine
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Jessica Stromsdorfer
- Former HS Varsity Track & XC athlete at Ladue HS
- 5k event coordinator & volunteer
- Former head coach for Girls on the Run
- Loves any and all outdoor activities
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Lindsey Gevers
- D2 collegiate athlete XC/TF at University of Missouri: St.Louis
- 3 sport varsity athlete in High School - Track / Volleyball / Tennis
- 3 full marathons & 5 half marathons
- Youth Running Camp Instructor at St.Charles Community College
- Currently attending UMSL obtaining a Bachelors in Elementary Education w/ Special Education certification
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Nick Dolan
- Former D1 Collegiate athlete (Distance) at St.Louis University
- Completed in both Track and XC in college.
- Coached middle & high schoolers at the STLU Billikens Summer Camp
- In high school 4 year Varsity Track and XC athlete
- Holds bachelors of science in Meteorology
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Katie Evans
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TEXAS
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H. David Rials
- Former D1 Collegiate athlete, Southern Illinois University
- Completed in both 100 and 400m in college
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Travion Simpson
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