THE GAP Little Athletics Training, Coaching and Officiating
The Gap Little Athletics has several Level 1/ Level 2 coaches on the arena each Wednesday and Friday night – they can be identified by their distinctive shirts. There are also more than 20 people with basic coaching knowledge who can assist with advising the athletes.
Qualified Coaches:
Jeff Coutts (level 1)
Ruth Morrisby (level 2 –throws & jumps)
Simon Toze (level 1)
Tim Madden (level 2-sprints)
Greg Brent (level 1)
Melinda Hogan (level 2 – middle distance & jumps)
Michael Thannhauser –Tiny Tots coach and qualified Personal Trainer.
Gary Townsend – Level 1
Gemma – Level 2
Training/coaching night occurs each Wednesday from 5.30 pm at The Gap State High School Oval for all athletes (except tiny tots).
The Centre runs an “Introduction to Coaching” course at the beginning of the season. This year it is scheduled for 30th August 2009. Place your nominations at the registration desk.
Level 1 coaching courses are offered through QLAA each year. If you are interested in attending, please see the Coaching co-ordinator.
We need more “Officials” and welcome anyone who is interested. We have five qualified D grade officials.
D” Grade Officials
- Greg Brent
- Gary Morrisby
- David Matthews
- Karen Cairns
- Danielle Gallegos
If you are interested to be an Official, please see the officials co-ordinator.
The centre urgently requires parents to become involved in the coaching/training of our young athletes and officiating if you would like to help out in some way, please contact us.