MEET THE COACHES

We have a great team of experienced and trained Coaches who are ready and waiting to support and motivate new and established athletes. If you’re thinking of joining, you’ll get to meet the Coaches at our Taster Sessions for non-members.

Martin James

Coaching credentials: Athletics Coach
Athletic focus: Endurance running to marathon
Coaching for DAC: since 2015
Most inspiring famous athlete: Eliud Kipchoge

More about me:

I joined Doncaster Athletic Club in 2006, of which I remain a proud committed competing member and I consider myself to be a reasonable club runner who is determined to improve. In 2013 I became the men’s club captain having never really had any ambition to do so, a role I did for 9 years. In 2015 I spent a considerable amount of time training to be a Coach in Running Fitness having previously been a Leader in Running Fitness. I was successful in obtaining this qualification and my main interest is endurance running to marathon and beyond.

Mike Cooke

Coaching credentials: Athletics Coach
Athletic focus: Sprints, hurdles and throws
Coaching for DAC: since 2007
Most inspiring famous athlete: Seb Coe

More about me:

UK athletics coach in Sprints and Hurdles with over 30 years experience of coaching juniors up to international level. Qualified and experienced coaching 800/1500m, jumps and throws including multi events athletes. Experienced at coaching disability athletes to perform at a very high level.

Jude Telford Allam

Coaching credentials: Athletics Coach | Track & Field Official
Athletic focus: Multi events
Coaching for DAC: since 2012
Most inspiring famous athlete: Daley Thompson and Denise Lewis

More about me:

Judith has been coaching in sport since her twenties. She competed in the 400m and discus at the English Schools level. She absolutely loves multi-events and strongly believes that there is an event in athletics to suit every athlete, allowing them to discover their strengths and excel. She is passionate about helping athletes find the event that is right for them. Judith has managed competitions for Doncaster AC for many years, across all levels. She loves the competitive side of athletics and, most of all, seeing athletes realise their potential, shine and succeed!