The On Track & Field Podcast!

Puma's Jose van der Veen takes us inside one of the most aggressive and innovative brands in track & field today. From cutting-edge spike technology and athlete-driven design to Puma’s rapid rise on the global stage, Jose breaks down how the brand is reshaping the sport. It’s an insiders look at Puma’s strategy, momentum, and what’s coming next for athletes and coaches alike.

Andrew Jones is putting together a huge season in the hurdles. The high school standout has already run 13.01 in the 110-meter hurdles and an incredible 34.94 in the 300 hurdles, the No. 2 all-time performance in the event. Jones also showed his speed indoors earlier this year, posting a U.S. No. 1 time of 7.73 in the 60-meter hurdles. With elite speed, sharp technique, and historic times already on the board, Andrew Jones is quickly establishing himself as one of the top high school hurdlers in the country.

Canadian sprint stud Christopher Morales-Williams made history with one of the fastest indoor 400m performances ever, shaking up the global sprint scene and proving he belongs among the world’s elite. We dive into his training, mindset, race execution, and what it takes to run 44-second speed…plus what’s next as he continues chasing greatness on the world stage.

Coach Keinan Briggs is the founder of Leap Squad Track Club and one of the premier jumps coaches in the country. Known for developing explosive long and triple jump talent at the youth and high school levels, Keinan blends elite technical instruction with energy, culture, and confidence-building. His athletes don’t just jump far … they compete with purpose. We dive into training philosophy, jump mechanics, and what it really takes to build championship-level athletes from the ground up.Check out www.LeapSquadAcademy.com for more on Coach Briggs.

Matt Harmeyer is the Director of Operations and Assistant coach UNLV, known for building a competitive program with a strong emphasis on athlete development, culture, and consistency. He joins the podcast to talk coaching philosophy, developing buy-in, and what it takes to elevate a program from the ground up.

Bryan Wilkins is a long-tenured and highly respected track and cross country coach at Vanguard University, leading the program since 1988. A Vanguard Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, he has coached more than 118 NAIA All-Americans and 151 NAIA Scholar-Athletes, building a program known for competitive excellence, academic achievement, and athlete development.

Dan Cleather is known for his data-driven approach to speed development and biomechanics and has coached Olympians and international medalists while challenging traditional sprint dogma. His work blends elite sports science with practical, athlete-specific coaching… redefining how speed is built and sustained at the highest level.

Coach Jacob Poyner serves as the Head Coach at Point Loma, where he leads the program with a strong emphasis on athlete development, discipline, and character-driven performance. With a background in competitive running and coaching, Poyner is known for his technical approach to training, attention to detail, and commitment to helping student-athletes reach their full academic and athletic potential. Under his leadership, the program continues to grow in culture, competitiveness, and team unity.

Madison Troyer joins the podcast to dive into her approach to sports nutrition, supplementation, and performance and shares how fueling the body with intention has shaped her training, recovery, and results. From smart supplement choices to real-world nutrition strategies, Madison breaks down what works, why it matters, and how athletes can optimize their health and edge.

Devon Allen is one of the fastest men on the planet. A 2x time Olympic hurdler with a 12.84 personal best in the 110s, he’s also taken that elite speed to the NFL as a wide receiver. Today, it’s all about speed, mindset, and chasing greatness at the highest level.