Coaches

Jared Stevens, Owner/Head Coach/Programmer

Jared is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer.  He grew up in Fruitland, Idaho but moved to Springfield to attend college. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and Health from Evangel University. He was a nationally ranked receiver and kick returner at Evangel.  Jared also played football in Germany and France after college.  In addition, Jared has participated in several combines and even qualified for and attended the Elite Combine in 2007.  Jared has also participated in some bodybuilding competitions. Jared was a Student Strength & Conditioning Assistant at Evangel University for 3 years.  Then, Jared went on to be a Strength & Conditioning Specialist for a sports performance facility in Springfield from 2009-2010.  While there he trained professional athletes, collegiate athletes, high school teams and individual athletes ages 11 and up.  Jared trained under Brandon Ezzell, MSU Professor and St. John’s Sports Performance Director.  Jared has experience working with and supervising athletic development since 2001.  Jared is passionate about fitness and helping people reach their goals.  Jared specializes in programming workouts for athletes and does all of the programming for CrossFit 417 and Freak Performance.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
2016 CrossFit Games Team – 23rd place
2016 Central Regionals Team – 2nd place
2015 CrossFit Games Team – 11th place
2015 Central Regionals Team – 2nd place
2014 North Central Regionals Individual – 5th place
2013 North Central Regionals Individual – 4th place
2013 Pantheon Games Individual – 2nd place
2013 Orlando Raid Games Team – 1st place
2013 OC Throwdown Individual – 13th place
2012 Pantheon Games Individual – 1st place
2012 North Central Regionals Individual – 6th place
 

Andrea Stevens, Owner/Coach

Andrea is originally from Michigan and came to Springfield, MO to attend Evangel University.  She ran indoor and outdoor track and field and set 7 school records at Evangel.   Andrea has a Master of Accountancy from Missouri State University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Marketing from Evangel.  Andrea is a licensed CPA and works at Elliott, Robinson & Company, LLP (a CPA firm in Springfield, MO).  After playing sports her whole life, she continued working out but missed that competitive environment and that’s when she found CrossFIt.  Andrea is a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer.
“CrossFit pushes me to work hard everyday.  It’s challenging, addicting and fun!  I’ve always loved being on a team and when you’re doing CrossFit, it’s like being on the biggest, best team ever!” -Andrea
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
2014 North Central Regionals Team – 8th place
2013 North Central Regionals Team – 17th place
2013 North Central Regionals Individual Qualifier (Invitation)
 

John Hunt, Coach/Kids Class

John Hunt is a St. Louis, MO native and has spent the last 8 years of his life in Springfield. John was a key contributor to the 2005 Heart of America Football Conference Championship where John played cornerback and special teams for Evangel University.  John was also a member of the 4×400 meter relay that placed 11^th at the NAIA National Championships. John also worked as a weight room assistant his junior and senior year. John received a bachelor degree in Recreation and in May of 2011, John received his graduate degree in School Counseling from Evangel and is now the Freshman Counselor at Glendale HS. While completing his graduate degree, John worked as a graduate assistant for the football team coaching the defensive backs and was granted the position of Speed Development Coordinator during the offseason. After college, John found CrossFit and has made big strides in the world of fitness while working under the wings of Jared Stevens. John is a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer.  CrossFit isn’t just going to the gym and working out; it’s a lifestyle.
“I am thrilled to be part of the CrossFit 417 family!” – John

Brenton Roggow, Coach

Brenton was introduced to CrossFit after playing 5 years of football at Evangel University where he received a Bachelor in Electronic Media. He wanted to keep training and stay in shape, but didn’t know what path that would take until he found CrossFit.
After coming off of 3 major knee surgeries and 1 major shoulder surgery, Brenton was told many times by many doctors that he would never be the same. But thanks to CrossFit and the support around him, he says that he is stronger and healthier than I have ever been.
“My aches and pains have only improved the more muscle and strength those areas build. I can truly attest to the fact that there is nothing better for you improving yourself than Crossfit.  God has blessed me with many different Crossfit families across the country, but non greater than the family I have found at CF417. From the trainers, members, and the facilities, I cannot imagine any other place to be. I love nothing more than helping the people of this community meet their goals.  My favorite movements are anything that’s a 1 rep power movement. I love setting new PR’s for clean, snatch, squat, bench, OH squat. My least favorite movements are anything in increments higher than 50 (burpees, box jumps, thrusters).” – Brenton
As for his life outside of Crossfit, he has a dog named Lokï. He also likes to spend a lot of time on social networks, doing media projects, and MC’ing CrossFit events around the nation. Brenton is a CrossFit Level 1 and Level 2 Trainer and holds CrossFit Gymnastics, CrossFit Endurance and CrossFit Mobility certificates.
“… and this is what He requires of you: to DO what is right, to LOVE mercy, and to WALK humbly with your God.”
‭‭Micah‬ ‭6:8‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Mallory Lawson, Coach/Certified Nutritionist

Mallory is the Wellness Director, Student Wellness Coordinator, and Assistant Volleyball Coach at Evangel University.  Mallory played college volleyball and is also the head JV volleyball coach at Evangel.  Mallory has a master of organizational leadership from Evangel University and a bachelor of science in dietetics from Missouri State University.
Mallory is married to Matt, who was a professional baseball player and now coaches baseball. Mallory is a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer. Mallory is extremely passionate about health and wellness and desires everyone around her to become fit as well
“CrossFit is contagious.” – Mallory
 
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
2015 CrossFit Games Team – 11th place
2015 Central Regionals Team – 2nd place
2014 North Central Regionals – 8th place
2013 North Central Regionals Individual Qualifier

Tony Cauchi, Coach/Endurance