EXECUTIVE STAFF

With over two decades of experience as a Sprint Coach at The Speed Academy Athletics Club, Coach Colene has been a driving force in shaping the future of track and field. 

A former Canadian Junior 200m Champion and Junior Pan American Games Finalist, Coach Colene has held a number of provincial titles and records in the sprint discipline. She was also a member of the 4x100m record-setting Canadian Junior Team that held the national title for over a decade.

Coach Colene’s expertise extends beyond competition, serving as Team Ontario’s Sprint Coach for Athletics Ontario and inspiring audiences through engagements like "Coaching the Female Athlete" at various symposiums. Passionate about empowering athletes to reach their full potential, Coach Colene continues to leave an indelible mark on the sport both on and off the track.

Fun fact: Coach Colene has a remarkable talent for creating striking drawings through the use of charcoal and pencil.

Colin Dundas grew up in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, where he competed in the 400m, 800m and 1500m for the BVI Amateur Athletic Association before moving to Canada in the early 1990s. He later transitioned to road racing, completing multiple 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and at least six marathons.  

A dedicated coach since 2010, Colin’s passion for mentoring young athletes stems from his own experiences in track and field, emphasizing self-discipline and personal growth.

In addition to coaching, he is a husband, father to TSA alumni and NCAA student-athlete Stephanie Dundas and a Registered Psychotherapist, committed to supporting youth both on and off the track.  

Fun Fact: His love for golf was sparked by watching Tiger Woods and he enjoys playing a round whenever he gets the chance.

Andrew Blair earned an athletic scholarship to Marshall University for Track and Field.  During his time at Marshall, Andrew owned several school records (60m, 100m, 4x100, 4x200, 4x400) and graduated with a Bachelors of Business Administration majoring in Accounting with a minor in Economics. Returning home in 2001, Andrew transitioned into the workforce and started a career in healthcare. He is currently Vice President of Redevelopment & Facilities Management at Baycrest Center for Geriatric Care.  

Andrew joined the Speed Academy coaching staff in fall 2023 after watching his daughter Savannah Blair develop and attain an NCAA scholarship while being trained by the club.  

Fun Fact:  Andrew was a two sport athlete in high school (Football and Track) and transitioned to Touch football to keep in shape after coming home. He won 3 National Championship before hanging up the cleats in 2023.  

Taylor Sharpe is a former University of Florida and Canadian National team 400 meter runner. Throughout her career, she earned multiple accolades, including 5x All-American honours, SEC Conference medals, a Pan American Games Bronze Medal, served as Team Captain of the Canadian National Junior Team and more.

Taylor holds a B.Sc. in Public Relations from the University of Florida (2019) and an M.A. in Educational Leadership from the University of Central Florida (2021). Passionate about empowering student-athletes, she has a career in sport management while also managing the online presence of The Speed Academy. As the daughter of Coach Tony and Colene Sharpe, she continues to contribute to the sport both on and off the track.

Fun Fact: Taylor is incredibly passionate and knowledgable about dogs and is a devoted dog mom herself. 

Gill Ramsay is a Mental Performance Coach currently completing her Mental Performance Coach Certification (MPCC). 

A former multi-sport athlete in squash, field hockey, swimming and snowboard cross, she shifted her focus to sports psychology after career-ending injuries.

Gill is pursuing a PhD in Sports Psychology at the University of Toronto and works with Speed Academy student-athletes in and out of competition. Her own experiences as an athlete fuels her passion for helping others strengthen their mental game, “Knowing I can help even one athlete reach their full potential is my why.”

Fun Fact: In her free time, Gill enjoys swimming and weightlifting.

Jen Sygo is a performance nutritionist with extensive experience working with elite athletes. She currently serves as the Performance Nutritionist for the Toronto Raptors (NBA) and has previously provided nutrition services for the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Marlies (AHL), and Toronto FC (MLS).

Beyond professional sports, she is the Nutritionist for Athletics Canada's Eastern Hub training group in Toronto, a member of the Integrated Support Team (IST) for Swimming Canada and the Lead Dietitian for Gymnastics Canada's Women's Artistic Gymnastics Team.  Additionally, she has served as a personal dietitian for professional athletes. 

Her research contributions include peer-reviewed studies on energy availability in elite sprinters and nutrition strategies for optimal performance in track and field. In 2019, she co-authored two papers commissioned by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), examining the role of nutrition in sprinting and field events.

Jen was appointed to the College of Dietitians of Ontario’s Sports Nutrition Lab Test Expert Advisory Panel in 2010. She also served as an instructor for High Performance Nutrition at Sheridan College (2011-2013) and leading Gymnastics Canada's Level 4 NCCP Coaching Certification program for nutrition in 2014 and 2018.

Jen is a trusted leader who helps athletes reach their full potential, and supports our athletes with nutrition. 

Barb Boyes is the founder and U.S. student-athlete prospect consultant for Game Plan.

Barb retired after 30 years working with the Durham District School Board. She has background of working with athletes at all levels as a physical education teacher, coach and as a guidance counsellor for student-athletes.

Barb is very passionate about creating opportunities for all student-athletes to play their sport at a high level and follow their dreams. The U.S. post-secondary system is very different from the Canadian post-secondary system - academic requirements are different, the number and variety of schools available are different, and the approach to athletics are different.

Barb designs her seminars to educate the student-athlete and parents in the following areas: learning to market yourself, being educated with the NCAA guidelines, knowing what courses the NCAA require for the athlete to be eligible, and finding out more about the actual NCAA experience. She has helped numerous of our student-athletes navigate their post-secondary endeavours.

Dr. Alban Merepeza is a graduate of Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Prior to enrolling at CMCC for his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree, he obtained an Honours Bachelor Degree in Psychology from Trent University that he also finished with academic distinction.

Upon graduation from CMCC, Dr. Merepeza completed The International Chiropractic Sports Sciences Program and has since worked with many athletes, including our own. He is currently completing the Sport Sciences Residency Program with The Canadian Royal College Of Chiropractic Sport Sciences. Dr. Merepeza finished a Masters of Science degree  at McMaster University in the Masters of Rehabilitation Sciences Program.

He has attended five Olympic Games, as well as Mediterranean Games, World Track and Field Championship as part of the team medical staff. When time permits, Dr. Merepeza travels with The Speed Academy to competitions.