Meet Our Coaches

Monique Perry

Monique Perry

Assistant Coach | Track & GYM

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Number: WWC1234567

Monique in her own right is an outstanding Masters track athlete still competing in both Open and Masters events.

Monique works together with the squad as a role model for the Masters group and assistant to the Monday and Tuesday afternoon program

Elite Performance History:

  • 2019 World Masters Indoor Silver Medalist
  • 2024 World Masters 100m Champion
  • Achieved multiple Open National qualifying standards

Monique also works full-time in C-suite roles currently filling the position of CEO - Choice Magazine

Committee Role: Not currently serving

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Ryan Dowling

Ryan Dowling

Technical Director | Track & Field

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Number: WWC0799726E (EXP: 15 Nov 2027)

Master the Art of Sprinting and Hurdling.
Ryan combines the discipline of an elite athlete with a passion for youth development. With a Grad. Dip. in Sports Management (Talent Identification) (ACPE), he applies science-based methodologies to identify and nurture athletic potential.

Combined Events Specialisation:
Ryan leads the Academy's multi-event program (Pentathlon/Heptathlon). This discipline demands exceptional time and effort. Ryan operates on a "No Excuses" basis with comprehensive results that are simply not possible without total dedication to the required training load. No Pole-Vault experience - otherwise can address the other 9 Decathalon events.

His expertise is trusted across the community, driving development programs for at schools and clubs across New South Wales.

Elite Performance History:

  • 110m Hurdles: 13.65s (International Competitor)
  • Sprints: 100m (10.27s) / 200m (20.80s)
  • 2025 Australian Masters Athlete of the Year
  • 2025 UTS Sports Award - Dedication to Coaching Services
  • 2026 NSW Athletics Club Coach of the Year

Committee Role: Not current servicing

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Ashley McMahon

Ashley McMahon

Technical Director | Data & Performance

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Number: WWC1234567

Speed that Lasts. Decisions Driven by Data.
Ashley proves that consistency is the key to performance. With a remarkable 16 consecutive years running sub-11 seconds (100m) between ages 29-45, he understands the science of durability.

Ashley currently looks after the morning sessions that the academy have scheduled for track and gym based programming.

Career Highlights:

  • 100m: 10.65s | 200m: 22.03s (Double World Masters Silver Medallist)
  • World Masters Gold: 4x100m Relay (2024)
  • Strength: NSW State Champion in Olympic Lifts

Committee Role: Member | President | Vice President | Secretary

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