DEANDRE SMITH
FOUNDER & HEAD THROWS COACH
4X IHSA STATE CHAMPIONS
6 NCAA DIVISION 1 ATHLETES DEVELOPED
NATIONAL- LEVEL COACH
meet our coaches
Big Dawg Throwing Club is led by experienced coaches dedicated to developing champions in shot put and discus. Our staff combines elite competitive experience with proven coaching methods to help athletes maximize performance, build confidence, and succeed both on and off the field.
JORDAN LOPEZ
ASSISTANT THROWS COACH
DIVISION 1 THROWER- SIUC
DIVISION 1 ALL CONFERENCE ATHLETE
IHSA TOP 10 SHOT PUT FINISHER
4+ YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE
MADYSON SWOPE
ASSISTANT THROWS COACH
DIVISION 1 THROWER- SIUC
IHSA STATE CHAMPION- DISCUS
IHSA STATE RUNNER- UP- SHOT PUT
1 YEAR COACHING EXPERIENCE
ROBBIE MILLER
ASSISTANT THROWS COACH
Division 3 THROWER- MONMOUTH COLLEGE
SPECIALIZES IN DISCUS, SHOT PUT, AND HAMMER
WORKS WITH HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES TRANSITIONING TO COLLEGIATE THROWING
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
TECHNIQUE FIRST
Every great throw begins with great technique. We emphasize proper movement patterns, consistent fundamentals, and biomechanical efficiency before chasing distance.
DEVELOP THE WHOLE ATHLETE
Success isn't measured by throws alone. We build disciplined, confident young men and women who become leaders in competition, the classroom, and life.
INDIVIDUALIZED COACHING
No two athletes are the same. Every thrower receives personalized instruction based on their age, experience, strengths, and long-term goals.
RELENTLESS growth
Champions are built through consistency. We believe in showing up, working hard, embracing challenges, and striving to improve every single day.