03/26/2026
Reintroducing Head Coach, .ettel
As Head Coach and founder of Zenith Endurance, Derrick works with post-collegiate runners pursuing high-level competition, helping them build the structure, consistency, and professionalism required to keep progressing beyond the collegiate level.
His coaching centers on doing the fundamentals well over time. Consistent training, attention to detail, and a clear, intentional approach to development is key. He believes that performance at a high level isn’t about shortcuts, but about stacking quality work and making steady, disciplined progress.
Through his work with Zenith Endurance, Derrick is helping build an environment where athletes are supported not just in training, but in learning how to operate as professionals. Think balancing performance, lifestyle, and long-term growth in the sport.
At the core of his approach is a simple goal: help athletes reach their potential by committing fully to the process. It’s about creating clarity, building trust in the process, and helping athletes take ownership of their progression. The goal is to develop not just stronger runners, but more complete athletes who understand what it takes to perform at a high level.
When the process is right, performance follows.
