Athletics
7 February, 2026
Young sprinters get speed lesson
Athletes from Horsham Little Athletics Centre were put through their paces by Ballarat Sprint Academy coach Conrad Oberholzer at Dudley Cornell Park last weekend.
With Horsham lacking athletics coaches, the pop-up session provided an opportunity for the young sprinters to learn tips and techniques.
Oberholzer, who coaches both track and football athletes, said the session was a good opportunity to work on aspects like technique and acceleration.
“I cover technical aspects, acceleration, plyometrics and some sprinting, and I integrate some games into it to make it more interesting for the kids," Oberholzer said.
“When I told them to fix something, they seemed to listen and take it in, which is great."
The session served as an ideal tune-up for the athletes ahead of the Little Athletics Western Country Region Track and Field Championships, which will be held at Brauerander Park, Warrnambool on February 7 and 8.