Jarwarski Beckum joined the Wolf Pack in August of 2017 as the assistant director of strength and conditioning for football and the head speed coach.
Beckum came to Nevada from Grambling State University where he spent the past three seasons as the director of strength and conditioning. In his three years at Grambling he helped the Tigers football team to two undefeated seasons in conference play, one conference championship and one national championship. He also helped develop seven All-Americans, 14 first team all-conference players, and nine future NFL players.
Prior to Grambling State, Beckum began as a volunteer intern at Alabama before being promoted to an assistant strength coach. During his time with the Crimson Tide he served as the speed coach for football, women’s basketball and softball.
Beckum is a graduate of Mississippi State University and holds certification from NSCA, USAW and USATF.