Elijah Arranz Canberra Sprint Coach, November 19, 2015October 22, 2023 On Saturday November 21, 2015, tragedy struck. Elijah Arranz was involved in an incredibly serious accident. He was in critical condition which was earth shattering for his family. Elijah was not a member of FAST, he was indeed a much loved member of the local athletics community, affectionately known as the “boy who loves to run“. Our Head Coach immediately began rallying support behind Elijah’s family, including the establishment of a fund-raising site on Go-Fund Me. So many generous Canberrans got behind Elijah and donated kindly to assist with his recovery. Athletics is better known outside the sport for its competitiveness and moments like these, remind us that we are one community and have each others backs when things get tough. Community News
Community Mika obtains Level 2 Development Coach accreditation November 17, 2023February 7, 2024 Mika has just completed the Level 2 Development Coach accreditation with Athletics Australia. He’s been very busy since the ACT All Schools Championships where he’s finished his Year-12 studies and now obtained further coaching qualifications. Through the Level 2 course, Mika now can coach in the fundamental skills and drills,… Read More
FAST for Sport School record smashed March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 FAST Females 200-400m dynamo, Grace York, has recently competed in the Canberra Girls Grammar School Athletics Carnival. Grace enjoyed comfortable wins in both the 200m and the 400m, but it was her 200m that everyone has been talking about. Grace went into the carnival having not competed over the shorter… Read More
FAST Kids Tom is taking it all in his stride October 30, 2023February 7, 2024 For Tom Hickey, training with FAST since June 2021 has all been about the fun. Each Sunday, Tom really looks forward to training with the other kids. Tom is a multi talented runner who also enjoys playing Rugby, performing in School Musicals and Theatre. His Dad says that “Tom really… Read More