Leadership
Shane Begnaud, Director of Athletics
- A member of AAU track and field for 25 years. As an athlete, I competed in 2 Sports including Football and Track and Field in both High School and College. Attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where I was a 2 time All American, US Champion and 4 time All SEC performer in the 400 and 4x400 meter relay as well as the distance medley relay. Personal records include 45.00 in the 400 Meters, 20.50 in the 200 meters and 10.35 in the 100 meters. Also ran a personal best of 4.38 in the 40 yard dash. Was a member of the 1996 SEC track and field champion team as well as a member of the 1997 SEC Football Championship team.
- As a coach at both the high school and AAU levels, I have coached over 1000 district and regional champions and over 100 All Americans, several national champions and 4 national record holders.
- At the high school level, coached city, regional and state champions as well as state and school record holders.
- I have coached all levels and events in track and field and bring a wide range of knowledge to the sport and continues grow as the sport grows.
Tony Parrilla, Middle-distance Trainer
Two-time Olympian and accomplished 800 meter runner has joined 26 Training Academy to pass his wealth of knowledge and experience to todays middle-distance runners.