Coach Alana Kinard (Coach K)
I ran both cross country and track in high school at Holy Family and college at Auburn University.
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I started my coaching career volunteering at Holy Family HS as an assistant coach for both cross country and track. I completed school at Metro State and, as a part of my work study, I worked in the classroom teaching AVID classes and coaching cross country, basketball(head c team coach), and track(head distance coach) at Skyview HS. I have a degree in Secondary Teaching (English) and a minor in Sport Coaching.
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As of this season (2023), I've been coaching the Jefferson Academy MS program for 8 years.
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In total, I have roughly 17 years of coaching. I love interacting with the student athletes and teaching them about the sports I am so passionate about.
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I look forward to a great season with your kids. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Coach David Braunlich
I was a late bloomer when it came to running. After playing football and golf in high school, and taking time off from sports in college, I needed to take my life in a healthier direction after college. What started with casual running to lose weight and gain some fitness eventually evolved into dedicated training for half and full marathons.
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As my fitness and confidence improved, I trained, qualified, and ran the Boston Marathon in 2018. Since then my focus has shifted to the trails and longer distances. I have successfully completed over a dozen ultramarathons up to and including the 100 mile distance. I also have completed a number of thru-hikes, including the 2200 mile Appalachian Trail.
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Aside from my exploits as an endurance athlete, I am excited to teach junior high math at Jefferson Academy. I previously taught and coached XC at Aspen View Academy in Castle Rock.
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I can’t wait to share my passion for running and endurance at JA!
