The JLS Track and Field team practices and competes in the spring. All JLS students are welcome to register. No prior experience is necessary, and athletes are encouraged to try a variety of events if they are interested in them. Athletes compete in the following events:
Shot put
Discus throw
Long jump
High jump
4 x 100, 4 x 200, and 4 x 400 meter relays
50 meter, 75 meter, 100 meter, 200 meter, 400 meter, 800 meter, and 1600 meter runs
Tom coaches distance runners.
Tom started coaching JLS cross country and track and field in 2023 when his oldest son started the sports as a sixth grader. He previously coached three seasons of youth soccer.
Tom competed in track and field and cross country in middle school, high school, and college, where he was the NCAA Division 3 national champion in the 10,000 meter run and won multiple conference championships for the University of Chicago. He currently competes for the West Valley Track Club and was a member of their team that won a championship in their age group at the 2023 USA club cross country national championships.
Paige coaches sprinters.
Paige is amazing! She needs a bio.
We can always use more coaches! Please contact us if you're interested.