Deidra is an expert in youth sports with a teaching/coaching career spanning three decades. An active athlete herself, she is currently ranked 9th in the world in W40 high jump. Deidra has coached children of all ages in multiple sports, including gymnastics and soccer. She graces stages nationwide, training coaches and teachers to lead fun, safe and effective sports and fitness classes. Her mission is to elevate youth sports by equipping leaders with the skills they need to be successful instructors and mentors.

As a college walk-on turned international track star, Deidra knows exactly what it takes to succeed in sports as an athlete and a coach. Fueled by her passion for youth development, Deidra delivers high-energy presentations and workshops. Attendees walk away feeling energized and motivated and, most importantly, prepared with real-world tools and strategies to give young athletes their best.

When she's not inspiring audiences, Deidra enjoys quiet, country life in Southern California with her son Miles.