Coaches
Coach Jones:
Coach Retz: Coach Retz is in his forth full year of coaching track and field. He has been around track and field since his first year in 5th grade. After running in high school and college he is a specialist in distance running. Always wanting to learn more about the sport Coach Retz has taken several undergrad and grad classes in coaching and track and field. “Attitude in a sport is more important than God given ability. Anyone can make it to the next level they just need to commit themselves mentally and physically.” Coach Retz has had many great coaches of which he learned from. Coach Jim Acklin, his former high school cross country and track coach. Todd Orvis, his former college coach. And Coach Mclnerney a coaching mentor at EIU. This year Coach Retz will be working with the distance runners and jumpers. If you have any questions feel free to contact him at retzj@arcola.k12.il.us.CLICK HERE FOR COACHING TIPS.
Coach Walworth: Coach Walworth was under the tutelage of George Barnett
while throwing at Mattoon High School.
He is in his second year coaching at
