MEET OUR STAFF
Austin Honey Badgers staff have a plethora of knowledge and skills that they bring to the track club however they share a common love and interest for the sport of "Track and Field.
Brandon Cooper
Owner and Head Coach
Brandon is passionate about coaching and training youth athletes in the art of track and field.
Candice Cooper
Owner and Business Manager
Candice is ready to cheer the loudest in the stands and help build this program to the best in the nation.
Ira Alexander
Coach
Coach Ira is all about conditioning and strength.
Randy Peeples
Coach
Coach Randy believes that all youth will and can succeed.
Essence Nance
Coach
Coach Essence also known as the 'Cool Coach" grew up running track, now she gets to give back by coaching the sport she loves.
Sonia Hartman
Administrator
Ms. Sonia is the teams right hand woman. She is the go-to for everything on meet days.
Laura Lyra
Coach
Coach Vincent, an educator by trade, brings calmness, trust and enthusiasm to our young runners.
Laura Lyra
Asst. Administrator
Ms. Laura stays behind the scenes but she is a true asset to the program, especially with all things campsite related.
Shahadah Haywood
Parent Liasion
Ms. Shahadah keeps parents abreast of all things happening. She is especially helpful with introducing new parents with the track world.
Cassandra Alexander
Fundraising Commitee
Ms. Cassandra is the fundraising Queen. Every year she hits the ground running, looking for ways to help offset cost.
Marcella Musgrave
Photographer and Support
You can typically catch Ms. Marcy behind the camera. She's our photographer extraordinaire, always capturing our great and not so great moments.
Cynthia Sayles
Tax Consultant and Financial Advisor
No organization is complete without someone behind the scenes managing the finances. Whether it's tax time, account management or budget creation, Ms. Sayles does it all. Her company Sayles Tax is also a proud sponsor of the Austin Honey Badgers. For your tax and accounting purposes, contact Ms. Sayles at 512-740-5133 or saylestax@yahoo.com.