Listen "Pace, Purpose, and Perseverance: A Conversation with Coach Desmond Dunham"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Beyond The Finish Line, host Brayden Domont sits down with legendary coach, educator, and author Desmond Dunham — one of the nation’s most respected youth and high school track coaches. From humble beginnings to national championships, Coach Dunham shares his journey of perseverance, mentorship, and purpose.
Together, they explore what it truly means to develop young athletes beyond their physical abilities — teaching resilience, discipline, and character both on and off the track. Coach Dunham opens up about his coaching philosophy, the lessons behind his success, and how he empowers students to “run their own race” in life.
Whether you’re an athlete, coach, educator, or someone striving to reach your own finish line, this conversation will leave you inspired to push past limits and pursue excellence with purpose.
Together, they explore what it truly means to develop young athletes beyond their physical abilities — teaching resilience, discipline, and character both on and off the track. Coach Dunham opens up about his coaching philosophy, the lessons behind his success, and how he empowers students to “run their own race” in life.
Whether you’re an athlete, coach, educator, or someone striving to reach your own finish line, this conversation will leave you inspired to push past limits and pursue excellence with purpose.
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