Mike Smith (running coach)
| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 3, 1980 |
| Playing career | |
| 1998–2000 | James Madison |
| 2000–2002 | Georgetown |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 2006–2012 | Team Run Flagstaff |
| 2012–2016 | Georgetown |
| 2016–2025 | Northern Arizona |
| 2025-present | Nike Swoosh TC |
| Born | Michael Smith |
| Spouse | Rachel Schneider |
Mike Smith (born April 3, 1980) is an American coach who was the director of cross country and track and field at Northern Arizona University from 2017 to 2025. As the head coach of the men's and women's programs, he led the men's teams to five NCAA Division I men's cross country championships titles. In 2025, he left NAU to coach professional athletes sponsored by Nike, while still based in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Smith has been credited with establishing a running dynasty at Northern Arizona. His coaching philosophy involves emphasizing "executing a great team race" at championships rather than focusing on the outcome.