2025 WISTCA Keynote with Lashinda Demus
by Wisconsin Track Coaches Association
Description
In the 2025 WISTCA Keynote, Olympic gold medalist and world champion Lashinda Demus delivers a powerful and heartfelt message that challenges traditional views of coaching, success, and leadership. Through her journey as an elite athlete, mentor, and advocate, Michelle shares how vulnerability, resilience, and purpose have shaped the way she uplifts and inspires others.
She dives into topics such as redefining success beyond medals and podiums, building authentic relationships with athletes, embracing adversity, and leading with empathy. Lashinda also explores the impact of identity, mental health, and self-worth in sports—encouraging coaches and educators to see the whole person, not just the performance.
This keynote is a must-watch for anyone passionate about creating inclusive, meaningful, and lasting impact through coaching, teaching, or leadership. Whether you're on the field, in the classroom, or guiding others in life, Lashinda's message will remind you of the power of presence and purpose.
Lessons
The Coach
Lashinda Demus, a distinguished track and field coach, was honored as the keynote speaker at the Wisconsin Track Coaches Association (WISTCA) 36th Annual Anniversary Dinner.
Coaching Credentials:
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Culver City High School Track Coach: For the past seven years, Demus has been coaching student-athletes at Culver City High School, guiding them to achieve their athletic and personal goals
Athletic Achievements:
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2012 Olympic Gold Medalist: Demus was awarded the gold medal in the 400-meter hurdles at the 2012 London Olympics after the original winner was disqualified for doping.
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2011 World Champion: She secured the World Title in the 400-meter hurdles, further establishing her prominence in the sport.
Demus's journey from athlete to coach exemplifies her dedication to track and field and her commitment to nurturing the next generation of athletes.
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This Course Includes
| 24 hours on-demand video |
| Streaming from mobile and TV |
| Lifetime access |
| Certificate of completion |
| 100% money back guarantee |
Course Info
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| Caterory: | Track and Field/Coaching Track & Field |
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| Videos: | 7 |
