About Us...
At Elite Athletics, we specialize in catering to athletes of all levels with personalized fitness training and wellness programs designed to enhance performance and recovery. Our expert trainers understand the demands of athletic training and provide tailored workout plans that focus on strength, agility, and endurance. Join us to reach new heights in your athletic journey, surrounded by a supportive community that is dedicated to your success!
MEET THE STAFF
STEVEN WHITEHEAD
OWNER & FOUNDER
Steven Whitehead, Founder of Elite Athletics Training, is a former All-American at McNeese State and MVP of the Indoor Football League. After a stint with the New Orleans Saints and a career with the Tri-Cities Fever, he turned a passion born through overcoming serious injuries into a mission of training athletes.
Since opening Elite Athletics in 2012, Steven has coached more than 3,000 athletes, helped send over 75 athletes to college on scholarship, and worked with professionals nationwide. In 2019, he also served as an intern with the Philadelphia Eagles. His vision is simple: build stronger, faster, more resilient athletes while inspiring the next generation to reach their full potential.
KEONDRA SIMPSON
GYM MANAGER & TRAINER
Keondra is a Richland native and graduate of Central Washington University with a B.S. in Exercise Science, and is working toward her NSCA Certified Personal Trainer credential. A former collegiate softball player at Columbia Basin College, she discovered her passion for training through both competition and overcoming injuries. Since joining Elite Athletics in 2018, Keondra has focused on helping athletes prevent injuries, recover stronger, and push past their limits to reach their full potential.