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Coach O is Proud to annouce the Winners of our Father's Day Photo Contest
Honoring Fathers of Athletes competing in Track and Field

Here at Coach O we realize that the youth of track and field are allowed the opportunities to compete in the sport,
not only because of their dedication but also because of the devotion and dedication of their parents.

We want to take this opportunity to honor the fathers of athletes involved in Track and Field.

Winners:  The winner of both categories will win a Coach O Gift bag of Apparel ($100.00 Value)

Our Winners
Athlete and Father: Kerry Boykins
Athlete and Coach: William M. Russ



Kerry Boykins

My name is Colleen Boykins. I am submitting this photo of my husband, Kerry, and my 8-year-old son, Caleb. Caleb runs for the Mount Pleasant Track Club.
As the 2012 Jr. Olympic 1500m South Carolina Champion, Caleb is a successful distance runner due largely to the commitment and support of his father, Kerry.

In addition to providing encouragement, he runs long distance runs with Caleb during the off season. Kerry had never been a distance runner, but developed the stamina to run long distances to support Caleb. Kerry also actively participates in assisting the coaches at track practices. One of Kerry's roles at track practice is "the rabbit" who the athletes have to catch during drills, pushing athletes to run faster. Even at the age of 53, Kerry can outrun many of the teens on the team during sprint drills! This photo is of Kerry, as the rabbit, and Caleb at the end of a practice.

Thank you,
Colleen Boykins



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William M. Russ

William is an United States Marine Corps Officer who dedicates many hours as a Parent Coach to the
North County Jaguars Track Team (Escondido, CA).
William has 2 children who are part of the Track Team (12 yr old daughter & 8 yr old son).
He drives 40 mins 4 times of week to practice from Camp Pendleton to Escondido due to his love & dedication of the sport and his children!
Acoyah & Robert Russ - Athletes
Coach O Wishes to Thank all of our Nominees, listed below, and their families for participating and
for joining us in celebrating our Fathers.
 
Athlete and Father

Willie Poelinitz

Willie Poellnitz (Dad) on far left , Reese Hoffa (Olympian) next to Willie Poellnitz , Roger Poellnitz (Son of Willie Poellnitz)
next to Reese Hoffa's right , University of Georgia thrower next to Roger Poellnitz .




Ray Chadderton

Ryan Chadderton and Father Ray Chadderton at Florida Class 4A State Championships.
Ryan ended up a State Champion after many years of hard work, dedication and many miles driven by father for the success of his son.

Doug Barnes

This is Doug Barnes with his daughters Alyssa Barnes (AG3), Apryl Barnes (AG2), and Allyson Barnes (AG1)
at the Pacific Association Championship meet in Rocklin CA. 

Thank you Brook Barnes
 

Michael Manders
My name is Natalie Manders, and I would like to honor my father by submitting this photo of us together after I took 4th place in the discus at the MN State AA High School Track & Field Championships. I’m currently in 9th grade, and I’ve been one of the top throwers in the nation for my age for the past two years in both shot-put and discus. I strongly feel that my accomplishments are due to great parenting and great coaching; my father is also my coach at the high school I compete for, and for USATF and AAU.

His name is Michael Manders, and he’s held the NCAA Div. III national record in the shot-put for over 30 years, and it still stands today. He also held the NCAA Div. III national record in the discus for over 25 years. He was a 19 time Track & Field All-American (NCAA Div. I, NCAA Div. III, NAIA), a 10 time national champion in shot-put & discus (NCAA Div. III, NAIA), and a 6 time national record holder in shot-put & discus (NCAA Div. III).

I’m submitting this photo for both categories; Athlete & Father and Athlete & Coach. It’s impossible for me to separate the two. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Natalie Manders
Jerome Tillery

My name is Jerome Tillery, I am a RF Engineer and a proud parent of 5 youth athletes, I current have 3 Elite athlete that runs for The High Point Panther Elite Track Club In High Point N.C. Here is a picture of my Twins competing In the Russell E. Blunt East Coast Invitational which they finish in the top 5 for long jump and they also was the top finisher in the 2013 USATF National Youth Indoor Track & Field Championships.
 

Mr. Shifflet
Coach O, I took this great Photo at the Titans Track meet this past year of Katie Shifflet and her Father Mr. Shifflet. Katie had just finished her race and she went over to her Dad and I had to snap this great moment in time. I am posting this Picture on Katie and her Dad's behalf. If this Photo is selected I would like you to contact Katie and her Father for the prize. 




Christopher Gonzales Photography
 

From Mark Cruz
 
Cheron Smith

Here is my submission for the contest. I'm a proud father of three. This is a photo of myself and my two youngest at a recent meet.
My oldest runs for her high school. 

Roger Shultz

This picture clearly captures the strong and loving bond between a father/coach, Roger Shultz, and 10 year old son, Ivan Shultz, at the Birmingham Crossplex before a USATF Indoor Meet.   I can only imagine the words of encouragement that are being shared.  

Ivan, from Spanish Fort, Alabama, has won numerous Shot Put medals across the country and Roger has been right there beside his son.

Submitted by Wife and Mother,

Paige Shultz
Spanish Fort, AL 36527

Charles Flanagan

Maia Flanagan 6yrs and Daddy Charles Flanagan
Both Track superstars whether training core or on the track! 
 
 
Athlete and Coach
 

Pete Lopes

Just one first in her heat at the 2012 AAU Jr Olympics 3200 Houston. (Athlete: Mackenzie Mora)
Darrell Pegram

My name is Avery Smith and my dad is Darrell Pegram, I choose #1 although my dad is my coach for the shot put and discus.
The picture is of us with my medal at AAU Junior Olympics in Humble TX.
Thanks
Avery Smith
stalliontrackclubinc@gmail.com
980-228-6291
 

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