About Verus Sports Performance
At Verus Sports Performance, our mission is simple: develop athletes through purposeful, science-driven training that’s grounded in assessment and built for results. Whether we're training a full team or working with an individual in a semi-private setting, every program starts with a thorough understanding of the athlete—their movement, their goals, and what they need to succeed. But Verus is about more than just reps and sets. Our name means truth, and that’s what we’re committed to: honest coaching, real development, and no shortcuts. We don’t sell hype—we build strong, resilient athletes through consistent work, technical precision, and attention to detail. We believe in fostering a culture where effort, accountability, and growth are at the core of every session. This is where potential meets performance—backed by experience, led by principle, and driven by the belief that the best athletes are built, not born.
Meet Our coaches

Steven Mcpherson
Director of Strength and Conditioning
Steven McPherson is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with years of experience coaching athletes at the collegiate and competitive level. He began his career with a strength and conditioning internship at Webber International University before becoming the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Southeastern University, where he oversaw performance training across multiple sports.
A former nationally ranked powerlifter and collegiate football player, Steven understands firsthand what athletes need to perform, recover, and grow over the long term. His coaching philosophy is rooted in technical proficiency, injury prevention, and athlete accountability. At Verus, Steven leads team programming, ensuring every athlete under his guidance is challenged, supported, and built to compete at the next level.
Certifications:
NSCA CSCS

Jesse hash
Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
Jesse Hash is certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT) and the UFC Performance Institute. As a competitive powerlifter and movement-focused coach, Jesse brings a science-driven, individualized approach to every athlete he works with.
Jesse specializes in energy system development, movement quality, and strength training for performance and durability. His coaching is built around assessment, data, and detail—helping athletes maximize their strengths and correct inefficiencies. At Verus, Jesse designs semi-private programs and works closely with athletes who want to level up with focused, individualized training.
Certifications:
NSCA-CPT
UFC Performance Institute S&C Level 2
