Hi! My name is Matt Veretto, founder and head coach of Team FTC Kids. I’m a USATF Level 1 and SafeSport certified coach, and an active member of the adult Team FTC running team. Over the past several years, I’ve developed a deep passion for distance running, with personal bests of 2:37 in the marathon and 15:57 in the 5K, as well as experience in ultra-distance events having run 100 miles in 17:54:58. Running has shaped who I am, and I started this club to help kids experience the same joy and growth it’s brought me.

My wife Brandi and I are a team in this endeavor. While I lead the coaching, she helps support practices and keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes. As parents of three young children ourselves, we care deeply about creating a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where kids can grow, gain confidence, and discover a love for running that can last a lifetime.