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Coaches

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Coach Tyson

Head Coach

With us again this year is Legendary Coach Pat Tyson. Distance Coach at Gonzaga University. While he was at Mead High School in Spokane, the Harriers achieved an impressive 180-8 in one of the toughest dual-meet leagues in the nation. Reaching state competition for 18 consecutive years to win 12 state titles. During that time, the Harriers had a nine-year streak when they never lost a competition. Pat was also Steve Prefontaine's roommate at the University of Oregon and has plenty of stories to tell.

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bob Williams

Coach Advisor

Coach Bob Williams was a steeplechaser at the University of Oregon and brings decades of championship-level insight and inspiration. Some of the guests that have dropped by include college runner Connor Burns, Coach Peter Thompson, Melody Fairchild, Nick Symmonds, Andy Wheating, Katie Mackey, Katelyn Tuohy, Jordan Hasay, Lexy Halladay, and Ella Donaghu.

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YR Team

Senior Sporting Director

The Youth Runner Elite Middle School Camp is powered by a passionate team of experienced coaches and accomplished college athletes. Including Nick Slenning, Eliza Irish, Beni Balazs, Alex Slenning, Noah McMahan, and Gus Harquail. From early morning trail runs to evening team talks, they guide campers through learning, movement, and fun—both on and off the trails.

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Dan kesterson

Owner, Producer & Operations

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❊ Testimonials

Loved by Campers, Trusted by Parents.

Seriously! But don’t take our word for it, here are some things people have to say about us.

We can’t say enough good things about this camp. Our daughter went from being nervous about spending a week away from home to begging us to sign her up for the longer session next summer! She came home so much more confident, more independent, and totally in love with every sport she tried.


— Rebecca M., Parent

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Sending our child to sleepaway camp for the first time was a big step, but we knew right away they were in great hands. The coaches and staff created such a welcoming, safe space. Our son felt supported, included, and had an absolute blast every single day.


— Sophia R., Parent

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“This camp was exactly what our daughter needed. She came home more confident, independent, and excited to take on new challenges. It wasn’t just about sports—it was about believing in herself. We’re so thankful for the amazing role models she found there."

— Jason L., Parent

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