"I’ve had the privilege of being coached by Coach Del not only during my college years but also through a portion of my high school career, and I can confidently say he is one of the best coaches I’ve ever worked with. His passion for pole vaulting and dedication to his athletes is truly unmatched. Coach Del brings a perfect balance of technical expertise, motivation, and personal support. He takes the time to understand each athlete’s strengths and areas for improvement, tailoring his coaching style to help us grow both on and off the runway. He’s been a mentor and a huge part of my development as both an athlete and a person. His belief in my potential helped me push beyond limits I didn’t think I could surpass. I’m incredibly grateful for everything he’s taught me over the years."

"Coach Del came along my sophomore year after I had experienced a freshman year of no heighting in the pole vault and helped me become a better jumper, teammate, and leader. Track and field is a tough sport mentally and i can count on coach Del to get me into a better headspace, ready to compete to the best of my ability. Very motivating but also understanding, and someone I credit much of my success on the runway to. "