About Trenton Sandler
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I am a middle-distance runner specializing in the 1500m (3.75-laps) and mile. Originally from Leawood, Kansas, I am currently in the NCAA transfer portal, training and creating content full-time.
My mission is simple: blend running and entertainment to grow the sport. I want to be the creator who makes track and field culture accessible and exciting to a mainstream audience. Through my YouTube channel, TikTok, and Instagram, I document the real side of competing at the highest level of college track and field. Turning the training, the racing, the nutrition, and the grind of building something beyond athletics into entertainment for all.
🏃 Athletic Accomplishments
4:01.91
Indoor Mile Personal Best
No. 7 in LSU History
3:42.28
1500m Personal Best
Ranked #541 Globally
8:15.64
3000m Personal Best
2026 Indoor Season
Other notable personal bests are 1:50.91 in the 800m (2026 Outdoor). You can find what I am currently ranked on World Athletics (ID: 15141450). Another accolade I hold is the 3-legged mile world record, which I ran with my roommate and teammate, Hugh Carlson, in a time of 5:34.29.
🎥 Content & Creator Journey
What started as filming training videos has grown into a full-scale content operation. My YouTube channel has surpassed 52,500 subscribers and 17.5 million views across 272+ videos — covering race recaps, day-in-the-life vlogs, training breakdowns, and the unfiltered reality of being a D1 athlete.
I am building toward becoming a full-time creator. I currently partner with COROS watches (use code ‘TRENTON’), run a Linktree shop with 25 running products, and have created digital products including The ULTIMATE Recruiting Guide and a FREE Strength Plan for Distance Runners. I also produce membership content on YouTube.
52.5K
YouTube Subscribers
17.5M+
Total YouTube Views
272+
Videos Published
🤝 Leadership & Mentorship
Beyond athletics and content, I have been active in leadership through The Adelante Leadership Institute and SEC Career Tour networking. I believe in using my platform to help other student-athletes navigate the intersection of athletics, academics, and entrepreneurship.
I am a strong believer in the power of internships, mentorship, and learning by doing. I recently connected with Dennis Yu, CEO of BlitzMetrics and a leader in digital marketing, personal branding, and mentorship. Our conversation reinforced something I have always felt: the athletes who build the strongest brands are the ones who invest in learning, surround themselves with the right mentors, and treat every opportunity like a chance to grow. Please reach out via Instagram if you would ever like advice in one of my specialties.
📍 Quick Facts
- Status: NCAA Transfer Portal
- Year: Junior (3rd Year)
- Event: 1500m / Mile
- Hometown: Leawood, Kansas
- Current Base: Kansas City, Kansas
- YouTube: 52.5K subscribers
- Instagram: 42K followers
- TikTok: 42.1K followers
- Sponsor: COROS Watches
- World Athletics ID: 15141450