{"id":18067,"date":"2026-08-04T19:13:51","date_gmt":"2026-08-04T09:13:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/?p=18067"},"modified":"2026-08-05T22:35:06","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T12:35:06","slug":"season-2026-27-track-and-field-coaching-returns-august-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/?p=18067","title":{"rendered":"Season 2026\/27  &#8211; Track and Field Coaching Returns August 10 &#8211; UPDATES."},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2026-09_52_34-PM-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18069\" style=\"width:311px;height:auto\" srcset=\"http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2026-09_52_34-PM-819x1024.png 819w, http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2026-09_52_34-PM-240x300.png 240w, http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2026-09_52_34-PM-80x100.png 80w, http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2026-09_52_34-PM-160x200.png 160w, http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2026-09_52_34-PM.png 1122w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>With the 2026\u201327 track and field season fast approaching, and competition proposed to commence on <strong>Saturday, 3 October 2026<\/strong>, our Centre coaches are preparing to begin their coaching programs for the new season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several of our coaches have continued training with their squads throughout the winter months. The remainder of our Centre-supported coaching sessions will progressively resume from <strong>Monday, 10 August 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further information regarding available coaching groups, training days, and session times will be published shortly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We look forward to welcoming both returning and new athletes back to the track as we prepare for another exciting season at <strong>Knox Little Athletics<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Training Days &amp; Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knox Little Athletics Centre-supported training sessions are held on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mondays<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wednesdays<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited Sunday morning sessions<\/strong> (where advised)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some Knox Athletics (Senior Club) included; however, these are generally for athletes who are also members of Knox Seniors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Training times for each coaching group will be communicated by the individual coaches and published as they become available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Training Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All Knox-organised and Centre-supported training sessions are conducted at:<br><strong>Knox Athletics Track<\/strong><br>Bunjil Way, Knoxfield<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Centre-supported training is <strong>free for all registered Knox Little Athletics athletes<\/strong>. Athletes from other Little Athletics Centres are also welcome to attend Centre-supported sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private Coaching<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of our coaches also offer private coaching sessions outside of the Centre&#8217;s organised training program.<br>Athletes are welcome to speak directly with coaches to enquire about private coaching opportunities. Please note that any fees associated with private coaching are arranged directly with the coach and are <strong>not<\/strong> covered or administered by Knox Little Athletics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Training Capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure a safe and effective training environment, coaches reserve the right to limit attendance at sessions based on athlete numbers, age, skill level, and safety considerations.<br>Please contact the relevant coach before attending a training session to confirm availability and suitability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Early Season Coaching Timetable<\/strong> <br>Please note that additional coaches and training sessions will be added over the coming weeks as our coaching roster is finalised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sprints<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mike Donato<\/strong><br><strong>Monday:<\/strong> 4:30 pm \u2013 5:30 pm <em>(Speed Endurance)<\/em><br><strong>Wednesday:<\/strong> 5:00 pm \u2013 6:00 pm <em>(Acceleration &amp; Maximum Velocity)<\/em><br><strong>Sunday:<\/strong> 9:30 am \u2013 11:30 am <em>(Throws, Speed, Agility &amp; Conditioning)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brad Krawzcyk<\/strong><br><strong>Tuesdays and Thursdays: <\/strong>aged 10+ only 5.00pm &#8211; 7.00pm (please note this is part of Knox Senior Club Training Session &#8211; Please contact Brad prior to joining)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mal Cree<\/strong><br><strong>Monday &amp; Wednesday:<\/strong> By appointment only <em>(U10 and older athletes)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Middle Distance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mike Kerr<\/strong><br><strong>Monday &amp; Wednesday:<\/strong> 4:30 pm \u2013 6:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Horizontal Jumps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steve Morris<\/strong><br>Long Jump (U7 to U10) <strong>Wednesday:<\/strong> 4:30 pm \u2013 5:15 pm<br>Long\/Triple (U11 to U17) <strong>Wednesday:<\/strong> 5.15pm \u2013 6:15 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Jump<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alan Louey <\/strong><br><strong>Wednesdays<\/strong>: 5.00pm &#8211; 7.00pm (Training will start from 7th October)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brad Krawzcyk<\/strong> &#8211; Aged 12+ and by Appointment only. Athletes will need to contact Brad directly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hurdles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brad Krawzcyk<\/strong><br><strong>Thursdays:<\/strong> Aged 12+ only, 5.00 pm to 7.30 pm (please note this is part of Knox Senior Club Training Session &#8211; Please contact Brad prior to joining)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mike Donato<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friday:<\/strong> 4:30 pm \u2013 5:30 pm<br><strong>Please note:<\/strong> This is a <strong>private coaching session<\/strong> and is <strong>not a Knox Little Athletics Centre-supported training session<\/strong>. The cost is <strong>$10 per athlete, per session<\/strong>. Athletes attending do so at their own risk and should contact the coach prior to attending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Race Walking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eden Morgan<\/strong><br><strong>Monday &amp; Wednesday:<\/strong> 5:30 pm \u2013 6:30 pm<br>Open to athletes of <strong>all age groups and experience levels<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Throws<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>David Kearsley<\/strong><br><strong>Monday:<\/strong> Discus &amp; Javelin \u2013 From 5:30 pm <em>(Pre-season, U12 and older)<\/em><br><strong>Wednesday:<\/strong> Shot Put \u2013 From 5:30 pm <em>(Pre-season, U12 and older)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mike Donato<\/strong><br><strong>Wednesday:<\/strong> Discus, Javelin &amp; Shot Put \u2013 6:00 pm \u2013 7:00 pm<br><strong>Sunday:<\/strong> All Throws &#8211; From 9:30 am<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strength &amp; Conditioning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mike Donato<\/strong><br><strong>Monday:<\/strong> 6:30 pm \u2013 7:45 pm<br>This session is conducted <strong>off-site<\/strong> and is a <strong>private coaching session<\/strong>, costing <strong>$20 per athlete, per session<\/strong>. It is <strong>not a Knox Little Athletics Centre-supported activity<\/strong>. Athletes must contact Mike prior to attending and participate at their own risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coaches Wanted \u2013 Hurdles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knox Little Athletics is currently seeking a <strong>Hurdles Coach<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a Knox parent with hurdles experience and are interested in becoming involved in coaching, we would love to hear from you. Please contact our <strong>Coaching Coordinator<\/strong> or speak with a member of the <strong>Executive Committee<\/strong> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Further updates to our coaching roster and training timetable will be published over the coming weeks as additional coaches and sessions are confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the 2026\u201327 track and field season fast approaching, and competition proposed to commence on Saturday, 3 October 2026, our Centre coaches are preparing to begin their coaching programs for the new season. 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