Hi, I’m Cheickna Traoré, a professional sprinter for Adidas, Olympian, NCAA Champion, and national record holder. With personal bests of 6.54 in the 60m, 10.15 in the 100m, and 19.93 in the 200m, I’ve competed at the highest levels of track & field. Now, I’m dedicated to helping young athletes — whether in track, football, soccer, or basketball — develop speed, agility, and confidence through personalized 1-on-1 training. My mission is to give kids the same foundation and mindset that carried me to the world stage.
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Hi, my name is Cheickna Traoré. I’m a professional sprinter for Adidas and Olympian, but beyond the track I’ve built a strong academic and professional foundation. I graduated from Ramapo College with a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management, where I also gained hands-on experience working in athletic operations, events management, and leadership roles. I concluded my Collegiate career at The Penn State University while earning a Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, further developing my skills in leadership, collaboration, and creating inclusive environments. My journey reflects a balance of discipline, technical expertise, and a commitment to personal and professional growth both on and off the track.
I can help you improve your game by teaching you the same speed, strength, and movement techniques I use as a professional sprinter. My training focuses on sprint mechanics, explosiveness, agility, and conditioning — the foundation every athlete needs, no matter the sport. I’ll help you run faster, move more efficiently, and build the confidence to perform at your best.
This answer varies from athlete to athlete. Some athletes may be focused on improving their race times, while others may prioritize overall athletic development. A typical training session, however, often includes plyometric exercises to strengthen fast-twitch muscle fibers, technical drills to reinforce proper running mechanics, and sprint work—because ultimately, the best way to run fast is by practicing running fast.
Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ, September 2019 - 2023 •3x National Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) Division III Indoor Track & Field National Champion. •Division III Record Holder (200M Indoor, 300M Indoor, 200M Outdoor). •Ramapo College School Record Holder (60M Indoor, 200 Indoor, 300 Indoor, 400 Indoor, 500 Indoor, 4x400 Indoor, 100M •Outdoor, 200M Outdoor, 400M Outdoor, 4x400 Outdoor). Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA (2023 – 2024) • NCAA Outdoor Division 1 200m Champion (2024) • Olympian – 2024 Paris Games (Ivory Coast, 200m) • NCAA Indoor Runner-up (200m) • 3× First Team All-American (2024 indoor 60m, 200m; 2024 outdoor 200m) • 3× Big Ten Champion (Indoor 60m, 200m, 4×400 relay) • Big Ten Men’s Track Athlete of the Year (Indoor & Outdoor, 2024) • USTFCCCA Mid Atlantic Region Track Athlete of the Year (Indoor & Outdoor, 2024) • Big Ten Men’s Track Athlete of the Championships (Indoor, 2024) • 4× Big Ten Track Athlete of the Week (2024) • USTFCCCA All Academic Team (2024) • Penn State Record Holder: Indoor 60m (6.54), 200m (20.30), 400m (46.50 – #3 in PSU history) • Penn State Record Holder: Outdoor 100m (10.15), 200m (19.93 – also Ivory Coast national record), 4×400 relay (#2 all-time – 3:03.15) • First PSU athlete since 1972 to qualify for the Olympic 200m • First PSU athlete to earn two First Team All-America honors in individual events at a single NCAA Indoor meet
All of them were great in their own ways!
I’m dedicated to helping athletes reach their full potential by combining discipline, hard work, and a growth mindset. I value teamwork, integrity, and balance, and strive to inspire others to pursue their goals with passion and purpose.
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