Australian All Schools Championships (aka Nationals) have been missing for the past few years due to a certain virus affecting the world. But it was great to be back competing at a national level.
This year I coached two 15-year-old female athletes in jumps. Lilly competed in the U16 Triple Jump and although I have only just started training her, she shows great technique. Lilly finished 12th in Australia.
The second athlete is Liz who competed in the U16 Long Jump and the U16 High Jump. I have been coaching Liz a little bit longer than Lilly. It wasn't a good start to the long jump and Liz didn't jump anywhere near her PB, but she managed to place 3rd in Australia. The high jump was a tough competition, and we were hoping for a PB. Unfortunately, we did not get a new PB, but Liz received another medal being placed 3rd in Australia.
A great effort by both Liz and Lilly. Great support from family and friends. Valuable experience for the athletes and myself. And a great time was had by all of us in beautiful Adelaide.
