We are committed to supporting these Podium Racing athletes as they chase their dreams. We don’t believe in sacrifice….we believe in choice. Every morning, each of these athletes choose to do the hard work to pursue something that is bigger than what they accomplished yesterday. And we choose to support them in this pursuit.
Jake Adler
Jake Adler is a triathlete from North Carolina who's competed in 100+ triathlons since the age of 5. Some of Jake's recent accomplishments include 2nd in the 2024 Junior National Development Series, 3rd American at the 2024 Americas Triathlon Junior Championships in Miami, 3rd (Individual) and 1st (Mixed Team Relay) at the 2023 Age Group World Championships in Hamburg, Germany and most recently finishing 26th in his professional debut at the 2024 Americas Triathlon Cup in Punta Cana. Jake enjoys giving back to the sport he loves by volunteering at races, assisting as a coach at triathlon camps, and mentoring younger athletes. Jake has big dreams to represent Team USA at the Olympics and is currently coached by Podium Racing’s Jocelyn Bonney.
Luke Anthony
Luke Anthony is a triathlete from East Lyme, Connecticut (USA). Since finishing 10th in his first-ever triathlon in Richmond (2019), he has worked with amazing coaches such as Podium Racing’s Wes Johnson, who helped him reach his goal of being a 2X North American Triathlon Champion. Some of Luke's additional accomplishments include being a second place finisher at USAT nationals and an 8th place finisher at the Junior World Championships in 2023. Luke is a member of USAT Project Podium and a student at Arizona State University. When not training Luke enjoys hiking, camping, photography and hunting.
Diego Ladera
Diego Ladera is a triathlete from Woodstock,Georgia (USA). He began competing in triathlon at the age of 9. Throughout his junior career, he worked with the Multisport Explosion team, led by Lisa Marshall . As a junior, Diego led the Peruvian Junior National Team in the Junior South American Games (Argentina), the South American Championship in Lima (Peru) and the America's Junior World's qualifier in the Dominican Republic. Diego trains under Podium Racing coach, Joselyn Bonney.
Nick Holmes
Nick Holmes is a triathlete from Glendale,Wisconsin (USA). Although he has been competing in triathlons since the age of 5 (thanks to his dad), he competed in his first draft legal triathlon at the age of 13. Since that race, Nick has been committed to improvement. He dedicated his high school years to a focus on triathlon leading to much success, including qualifications for both junior and U23 World Championships. With eyes on the future, Nick has podiumed at multiple Continental Cups in his U23 career. Nick is coached by Podium Racing coach, Wes Johnson.
Seifeldeen Ismail
Seif Ismail is a triathlete from Cairo, Egypt. After competing in swimming and pentathlon for many years, Seif's triathlon career began in 2018, when he become the African Youth Games Champion. Since then, he has been the Arab Champion, a second place finisher at the U23 African Championship and represented Egypt at the U23 World Championships in Abu Dhabi. Seif has been Egypts #1 ranked triathlete since 2019. When not competing in triathlon, Seif coaches triathletes and continues to pursue his college education. Seif is coached by Podium Racing coach, Wes Johnson.
Cole Jamieson
Cole Jamieson is a triathlete from Rocklin, California(USA). After competing in a variety of sports as a junior, Cole entered the multi-sport arena at age 15. Cole finished second at USAT Junior Nationals (2023) and placed 21st in the Americas Triathlon Cup in Magog (2024). When not training or racing, Cole enjoys golfing, being outdoors and spending time with friends and family. Cole continues to train in Park City, Utah and Tuscon, Arizona under Podium Racing coach, Wes Johnson.
Zuzana Michalickova
Zuzana Michaličková is triathlete from Stoldova, Slovakia. Some of her recent accomplishments include 4th place in Wanaka(NZ), 5th place in Kitzbuhel(AU), 6th place in Montreal(CA), 9th place in Hong Kong. Zuzana was runner up for a spot to represent her country in the Paris Olympics. As part of her training, Zuzana participates in winter triathlon, cross triathlon, cycling and swimming. Her future goals are to compete on a Supertri team and to qualify for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Suzana takes life “step by step” and tries to enjoy life every day!
Drew Shellenberger
Drew is a triathlete from Indianapolis, Indiana. His triathlon journey began early on, competing on swim and XC/track teams but his focus turned specifically to triathlons in high school. This focus led him to become the sole male triathlete competing at the USA Youth Olympic Games. Drew's accomplishments as a junior led him to USAT’s Project Podium where he trained for 4 years. While there, he got to travel the world and race while representing the USA in multiple U23 events. Drew continues to train and race year round with a focus on his short course development.
