Mid North Coast Coaches

Meet the passionate coaches behind Star Athletics on the Mid North Coast. Led by founder Heather, our Woolgoolga team brings energy, expertise, and a genuine love for helping young athletes thrive.

Every coach at Star Athletics is committed to creating a fun, supportive environment where kids can develop their skills, build confidence, and discover a lifelong love for sport.

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    Heather

    Mid North Coast Head Coach

    • IAAF kids coaching
    • Level 3 Performance and Development Coach (a)
    • Bachelor of Physical Education
    • Master of Management, Events
    • NOVO Athletics
    • LAPS Little Athletics
    • CPR and First Aid

    Hey there! I'm the founder of Star Athletics, a passion project I started in 2014. My goal is to nurture young athletes, ensuring their well-being and holistic development in sport.

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    Asha

    Assistant Coach

    Asha is a calm, patient, and highly observant assistant coach who brings great value to our athletes, particularly younger runners. She has a strong eye for identifying technical details and can quickly pinpoint exactly what needs adjusting to improve movement and efficiency. Asha creates a supportive learning environment, encouraging a growth mindset and helping athletes work through challenges and setbacks with confidence. Her steady approach and understanding of the hurdles runners face make her a trusted and reassuring presence on the track.

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    Hadley

    Youth Coach

    • Level 1 Youth Coach - Athletics Australia

    Hadley is a passionate youth coach at Woolgoolga, dedicated to safe, long-term fitness and movement. Known for her fun and energetic approach with younger groups, she's also a strong role model for our rising athletes. Training alongside Star Athletics' adult squad, Hadley has sharpened her sprint and distance skills, achieving some fantastic PBs in 2025 and bringing valuable experience and inspiration to every session.

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    Jake

    Throws coach

    • Bachelor of Exercise Physiology

    Jacob is a throws coach with six years of competition experience and three consecutive appearances at the Australian National Championships. His athletes are achieving success at state level and making qualifying marks for Nationals, guided by his athlete-focused, exploratory coaching style.

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    Lara

    Coach

    • Level 1 Youth Coach - Athletics Australia

    Lara is a talented and powerful sprinter who brings patience, intelligence, and positivity to every session. Strong and driven, she has achieved a personal best this season while staying true to what matters most — enjoying the sport and building genuine connections. Lara embodies everything Star Athletics stands for, placing fun, confidence, and athlete wellbeing first, with performance following naturally.

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