Mission Statement

We develop runners of all ages — on the track, trails, roads, and beyond.

Our training adapts to you, not the other way around. Your goals. Your schedule. Your journey.

Running builds more than fitness. It builds character, discipline, and resilience. Whether you're chasing your first finish line or your next PR, we meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go.

Character. Class. Integrity. Work Ethic.

Meet the Coaches

  • Two male runners participating in an outdoor race along a lakeside trail, with one wearing a gray shirt and pink shorts, and the other in a blue shirt and orange shorts, both carrying hydration packs.

    Luke Rodriguez

    Luke Rodriguez is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and USATF-certified coach with 7 years of coaching experience. He currently serves as Head Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track Coach at Palmer Ridge High School.

    Coaching Highlights:

    - 2025 Nike Southwest All-Regional coaching honor

    - Colorado State 3200m Runner-Up

    - Individually-qualified Colorado state athletes in 400m, 800m, 1600m, and 3200m

    - National Qualifier individuals and relays, All-American athletes, and USATF Junior Olympic Team podium finishers

    - Numerous top-10 state finishes across events

    Athletes Developed:

    - Girls 5K: Sub-17:45

    - Boys 5K: Sub-15:30 (several)

    - Boys Mile: Sub-4:12 (several)

    - Girls Mile: Sub-5:15 (several)

    - Boys 800m: Sub-1:58 (several)

    - Girls 800m: Sub-2:18 (several)

    - Girls 400m: Sub 58 and Sub 59 (several)

    - Girls 3200m: Sub-11:00 (several)

    - Boys 4x800m: 8:01

    - Girls 4×800m: 9:48

    A former collegiate runner at UCCS with a 14:47 5K, Luke has tackled everything from the track to ultra-distance trail running — including a backyard 50K up/down Pikes Peak and a win at the 2022 RamParty Trail Race.

    Luke holds a Master's in Sports Nutrition and Physiology with a thesis on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). His coaching philosophy centers on developing athletes through discipline, data-driven training, and team culture.

    Credentials: RDN • M.S. Sports Nutrition • USATF Level 1 • VDOT Certified • SafeSport Certified

  • Young man smiling, wearing navy blue athletic jacket with 'Regis Cross Country' logo, standing in front of a dark blue backdrop featuring the Regis Rangers logo and Adidas logo.

    Zev Cayiem

    Zev Cayiem is an elite-level distance runner and experienced coach pursuing qualification for the 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. He brings a strong background in competitive distance running at every level.

    Coaching Highlights:

    - 2025 Nike Southwest All-Regional coaching honor (second career)

    - Regis University: Highest RMAC Championship finishes in a decade (men's & women's)

    - Discovery Canyon HS (2020-2024): Four consecutive girls XC State Championship improvements (14th → 12th → 9th → 6th)

    - Multiple top-10 State Track & Field finishes (400m-3200m)

    - 2024 Nike Southwest All-Region Team honor (DCC)

    A former NCAA Division II athlete at UCCS (2015-2020), Zev competed on nationally ranked teams that placed 12th, 5th, 19th, and 13th at the NCAA Championships. He later served as Volunteer Assistant Coach for UCCS and most recently held a collegiate coaching position at Regis University.

    Zev holds a B.S. in Health and Wellness Promotion with a minor in Nutrition (President's List 2020) and is completing his Master's degree in Sports Coaching. He continues to train competitively from the mile to the marathon.

    Personal Bests: 2:35 Marathon • 1:09 Half Marathon • 15:11 5K

    Credentials: CSPC • M.S. Sports Coaching (in progress)

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    Daniel Russell

    Daniel Russell brings 14 years of coaching experience to Bears Track Club, specializing in sprints, jumps, hurdles, and relays. He currently serves as Head Track Coach at Palmer Ridge High School.

    Coaching Highlights:

    - USATF Level 2 certified in Sprints, Jumps, and Relays

    - Jack Daniels VDOT Certified

    - Coached multiple National Qualifiers and All-Americans

    - Specializes in coaching jumps, hurdles, and multi-event athletes

    Philosophy:

    "Character, Class, and Work Ethic. If we can get athletes to care about themselves and others and put in the work, the lessons extend beyond the track into their lives."

    Credentials: USATF Level 2 (Sprints/Jumps/Relays) • Jack Daniels VDOT Certified

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