Our Coaches

Our Coaches

Over the years, Impala coaches have worked hand-in-hand with the Board of Directors and have helped guide, motivate, and promote the success and cohesion of the team. Their vision has contributed to Impala dominance in the Pacific Association Grand Prix race series, to a record-breaking number of qualifiers in every Olympic Trials marathon, and to widening the team’s presence in USATF national competitions. The team is grateful for their reliability and leadership and have trusted their knowledge to keep the team healthy and successful.

Training Philosophy

The benefit of group training with athletes of comparable talent is that athletes at all ability levels can achieve results that might not be attainable while training alone. The group imposes a form of discipline while at the same time fostering a strong sense of team spirit. 


Impala Coaches Over the Years

2022-2025

Chris Lundy
Clara Peterson

2022

Pete Cushman
Luisa Westley

2021

Tony Coffey
Pete Cushman
Teresa McWalters

2007-2020

Tony Coffey
Pete Cushman

2006

Tony Coffey
Christine Engel

2003-2005

Tony Coffey
Tony Kauke

2000-2003

Brian McGuire
Tony Coffey

2000

Brian McGuire
Jason Karp

1998-1999

Mike Fanelli
Tim Fitzpatrick
Peter Goldmacher

1995-1996

Mike McManus
Chris Luckin, Interim

1994

Mike McManus
Kevin Cruikshank
April Powers

1990-1993

Mike Fanelli
Kevin Cruikshank
April Powers

1987-1990

Jamie Maslach
Patty Grey

1985-1987

Chris Walsh

1979-1984

Jim Scannell
Dick Jones