Coaching philosophy
Simple cues, consistent progressions, and reps that translate to race day. We teach athletes how to move — not just how to grind.
Track Club • USATF • AAU
Build speed. Learn technique. Have fun doing it.
Mighty Burner Track Club is a track club in the Tampa Bay area focused on providing guidance, training and meets for youth, High School and Masters athletes. We focus on fundamentals, sprint mechanics, hurdles, and healthy competition.
2–4
Days / week
Ages
8–99+
Focus
Sprints•Hurdles•Jumps
About Mighty Burner
Events we cover
Sprints (60–400), hurdles, relays, jumps and general athletic development.
Pricing
All-inclusive season package (May–August).
All-Inclusive Summer Season
May – August
- ✔ 2–3 practices per week
- ✔ Specialized sprint & hurdles coaching
- ✔ Event-specific training plans
- ✔ Team jersey + shirt
- ✔ Meet entry & registration for local meets
- ✔ Meet logistics & planning
- ✔ Parent communication & athlete progress
Travel meets, hotels, and flights are not included.
Important Information
You do not need to compete to join Mighty Burner Track Club. Athletes are welcome to attend practices only to sharpen skills and prepare for future seasons.
If your athlete plans to compete in USATF meets, they must obtain a USATF Youth Membership and upload proof of birth date on the USATF website. The USATF Youth Membership is an additional fee of approximately $38.
Sign up here: USATF Membership Page
Program Focus
Speed Development
- Acceleration + top speed mechanics
- Starts, posture, shin angles
- Short sprints + quality recovery
- Strength + mobility basics
Hurdles & Technique
- Lead/trail leg drills + rhythm
- Step pattern development
- Speed with control
- Race modeling
Practice Schedule
Day/Times may vary.
| Day | Time | Focus | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5:00–6:30 PM | Hurdles/Plyos/Acceleration | Northside |
| Thurs | 5:00–6:30 PM | Speed endurance / Strength | Northside |
| Sat | 9:00–10:30 AM | Hurdles / Max V/ Special Endurance | Northside |
Note: Times, days and work out may have to be adjusted depending on weather and external factors
Meet Schedule (Tentative)
Dates subject to change.
| Meet Name | Location | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTD Timing Summer Series #1 | Tenoroc High School, Lakeland | 5/16 | Full meet schedule: View PDF |
| BAYTAF Classic | Jefferson High School, Tampa, FL | 5/22–5/24 | |
| OTD Timing Summer Series #2 | Tenoroc High School, Lakeland | 5/30 | Full meet schedule: View PDF |
| NexGen AAU Primary Track & Field Invitational National Qualifier | Miramar, Fl | 5/30-5/31 | Top 6 (combined results) qualify to AAU Junior Olympics(Alternate Route) |
| TNT Track Club Invitational | Cypress Creek HS Orlando FL | 5/30 | |
| AAU Florida District Qualifier | Lakeland, Fl | 6/6 | Top 16 advance to Regionals |
| USATF Florida Association Qualifier | Tampa, Fl | TBD - June | Top 8 advance to Region 4 |
| OTD Timing Summer Series #3 | Tenoroc High School, Lakeland | 6/20 | Full meet schedule: View PDF |
| AAU Regional Qualifier | Orlando, Fl | 6/25- 6/28 | Top 6 qualify to AAU Junior Olympics |
| USATF Region 4 Qualifer | Carrolton, Ga | 7/9- 7/12 | |
| OTD Timing Summer Series #4 | Tenoroc High School, Lakeland | 7/11 | Full meet schedule: View PDF |
| TNT Track Club Invitational | Cypress Creek HS Orlando FL | 7/18 | |
| OTD Timing Summer Series #5 | Tenoroc High School, Lakeland | 7/25 | Full meet schedule: View PDF |
| USATF National Champs | Cerritos College, CA | 7/27-8/02 | |
| OTD Timing Summer Series #6 | Tenoroc High School, Lakeland | 8/01 | Full meet schedule: View PDF |
| AAU Junior Olympic Games | Drake Stadium, Des Moines | 8/01 - 8/08 |
Add the meet schedule to your calendar: Download ICS file
Note: All meets are subject to change. Not all meets will be attended by the team. We will communicate meet plans and logistics as we get closer to each meet date..Junior Olympic Qualifying Paths
There are two main routes for Tampa Bay athletes: USATF and AAU. Dates/locations can change each year.
Important: Athletes must have an active membership with the organization they plan to compete in.
- AAU Membership: aausports.org
- USATF Membership: usatf.org membership page
USATF Path – Tampa Bay Athletes
| Meet Name | Location | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| USATF Florida Association Junior Olympics | TBD (Usually Lakeland / Winter Garden / Jacksonville) | TBD – Mid-June | State meet – top 8 advance to Region 4 |
| USATF Region 4 Junior Olympics | Carrollton, GA | 7/9-7/12 | FL + GA + SC region |
| USATF National Junior Olympics | Cerritos College, CA | 7/27-8/2 | National meet |
AAU Path – Tampa Bay Athletes
| Meet Name | Location | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAU Florida District Qualifier – Tampa Area | Florida (Tampa area) — District #14 | TBD (May/June 2026) | Top 16 advance to Regionals |
| AAU Regional Qualifier | Orlando, FL | June 25–28, 2026 | Top 6 qualify to AAU Junior Olympics |
| NexGen AAU Primary Track & Field Invitational National Qualifier | Miramar, FL | May 30–31, 2026 | Top 6 (combined results) qualify to AAU Junior Olympics (NexGen route) |
| AAU Junior Olympic Games | Drake Stadium, Des Moines | Aug 1–8, 2026 | National meet |
Coaches
Coach Elliot
Coach Elliot is a sprints and hurdles specialist and former Pennsylvania high school state champion who competed collegiately at Villanova University and Florida State University.
- Pennsylvania HS State Champion
- Collegiate athlete – Villanova & Florida State
- Coach at Northside Christian School
- M35 American Record holder
He brings a technical, data-driven approach to speed development, mechanics, and race execution while helping athletes of all levels improve and reach their goals.
Coach Mack
Coach Mack is a Masters Track & Field World Champion and proud Clearwater, Florida native whose dedication to training has led to record-setting performances on the national and international stage.
- Masters Track & Field World Champion
- Speed development specialist
- Expert in acceleration & block starts
- Great teacher for beginners and advanced athletes
Coach Mack is known for his ability to break down sprint mechanics in a clear, simple way. His focus on powerful starts, acceleration phases, and technical consistency helps athletes build confidence and see real improvement quickly.
Roosevelt A
Sprints/Strength
Coach Roosevelt is a former dual-sport athlete from Boyd H. Anderson High School with a background in football, track & field, and AAU track.
- USATF Masters National Champion
- Southeast Regional Record Holder
- M25 Southeast Regional Indoor Record Holder (60m, 200m, 400m)
- USATF M30 Indoor National Champion (400m)
He emphasizes rest, recovery, nutrition, and smart training while helping athletes grow in character, discipline, and leadership.
Gallery
Team photos, meet highlights, and training videos.
FAQ
What should athletes bring?
Water, running shoes, spikes, a towel, snack and a good attitude.
Meet Information
Meets take place mostly in the Tampa Bay area , transportation, lodging and entry fees are athletes responsibility.
Where do you practice?
North Side Christian and as a back up Walter Fuller Park
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Club Records
Top 10 all-time marks (update as the season goes).
| # | Event | Mark | Athlete | Meet | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 200m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 400m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 100H | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 400H | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | Long Jump | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 4x100 | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 4x400 | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date |
| # | Event | Mark | Athlete | Meet | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 2 | 100m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 3 | 100m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 200m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 2 | 200m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 3 | 200m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 400m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 2 | 400m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 3 | 400m | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 110H | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 400H | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | Long Jump | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 4x100 | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date | |
| 1 | 4x400 | XX.XX | Athlete Name | Meet Name | Date |