GRIT Coaching Staff

The key to unlocking the full potential of any athlete is having great coaches who can provide training that matches the personality of the person. Come work with us and together we'll find your path.

      Terry Sweeney

      Head Coach

      Coach Terry has a wealth of knowledge in the track world with which he is excited to share. He is a trained Performance Coach, certified Club Coach in sprints and hurdles and part of the VIP coaches organization of Nova Scotia. Also added to his knowledge base are a certified sprints/hurdles coach through Altis (Dan Pfaff) and a certified horizontal jumps coach through Altis (Boo Schexnayder). A certified Personal Trainer with ISSA and was previously a Fitness and Sports Director with CFB Halifax for ten years. If not coaching at a track meet, you can often find Terry volunteering as an official.
      Terry is always looking for ways to expand his knowledge in ways that will help his athletes. He is constantly collaborating with coaches near and far to grow his knowledge.

      Ben Krilow

      Sprint Coach

      Ben Krilow is a highly accomplished sprint coach with a strong academic foundation and a passion for athletic excellence. A graduate in Kinesiology from Memorial University, Ben further honed his expertise by earning a Master's degree in Sports Management and Leadership from the University of Windsor. Currently, he serves as a sprint coach for Grit, where he combines his academic knowledge and practical experience to help athletes achieve their peak performance. Ben's dedication and strategic approach make him an invaluable asset to the track and field community.

      Carol Ann Sweeney

      U8, U10, U12 Coach

      šŸŒŸĀ Carol Ann a Kinesiology grad from Guelph University is the owner /operator of Fit Right Orthotics . She is passionate about coaching kids. She loves to see the smiles on their faces as they make their first jump or accomplish a new goal. An enthusiastic athlete herself she loves the outdoors , Carol Ann is excited to be teaching new athletes. She understand the importance of providing good guidance to the young inspiring kids. Its all about providing a fun pressure free environment that enables the kids to thrive. Carol Ann recently completed her Run, Jump, Throw training along with her Sport coach training.

      Veronique Promelle

      U8 Coach

      Veronique,
      or ā€œCoach Veeā€, is the mother of 3 active children and works for Dalhousie
      University and the IWK Health Centre. Although not a track and field athlete
      herself, Veronique was a competitive gymnast in her youth, and has experience coaching recreational gymnastics to children, and later was a sailing instructor. She loves making sport fun and engaging and watching children grow in confidence.Ā 

      She believes nurturing a love for exercise and awareness of the body is a gift for life.Ā 

      On the weekends, she can be found running in Point Pleasant Park with her Golden Retriever Melba.

      Aleksandra Niedzwiecka

      U14 Coach

      Aleksandra is a former track athlete who specialized in the 100 meters and
      long jump. Coming from a family with a strong connection to track and field,
      she brings a genuine love for the sport to her coaching. As a Certified Career
      Development Practitioner and Chartered Professional in Human Resources
      Aleksandra recognizes the importance of helping each young athlete reach their
      unique goals with personalized support and guidance. Passionate about promoting
      participation in sports, she is dedicated to empowering young athletes both on
      and off the track. In addition to her track coaching, she also coaches a local
      girls' volleyball team, fostering teamwork and confidence in her athletes. With
      a love for her local community, Aleksandra strives to stay active, she enjoys
      hiking and exploring the outdoors.

      Jason Rodney

      U10, U12 Coach

      Jason Rodney is a dedicated and passionate coach and teacher who works with our U10 and U12 track and field athletes. With a strong background in sports and a commitment to nurturing young talent, Jason focuses on building foundational skills, fostering teamwork, and instilling a love for the sport. His approachable and encouraging coaching style ensures that every child feels supported and motivated to reach their potential. Jason's expertise and enthusiasm make him an invaluable part of our coaching team, inspiring the next generation of athletes.

      Sierra Sweeney

      U10, U12 Coach

      Coach Sierra is very excited to share her passion for athletics with the next generation. A track and field athlete herself, she loves to help kids develop the same spark she has for the sport. She recently graduated from Northern State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Performance. She is very passionate about research and looks forward to helping others enhance their athletic capabilities through scientific findings. Now doing her Masters in Calgary
      Sierra is a certified Run, Jump, Throw, Wheel Instructor and a trained Gymnastics Foundations Coach. She understands the importance of keeping sport fun while also challenging her athletes to be the best athletes they can be.