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Head Coach Toby Coote is a former Australian Junior Triathlon Representative, former Professional Triathlete and Triathlon Australia Performance (Level 2) Triathlon Coach.

In addition to coaching 9 World Champions, Toby has become a welcomed authority on junior and senior athlete development, frequently collaborating with the International Triathlon Union (ITU), Triathlon Australia (TA), African Triathlon Union (ATU), Triathlon Queensland (TQ), PNG Triathlon Federations and PNG Olympic Committee to help deliver high performance coaching and support via development camps, lectures and coaching clinics.

With a strong sense of purpose and distinctive coaching style, Toby has compiled a long list of coaching achievements, mentoring numerous athletes to regional, state, Australian and International representative standards.  Since launching SCTA in 2002 he has also curated a successful junior program guiding 58 juniors into Queensland Schools Triathlon Teams for the National Triathlon Championships for 17 consecutive years.

Toby delivers comprehensive, tailored programs with the aim to draw the most out of you. There's no 'one size fits all' plans here. From beginners to the most seasoned racers, athletes of all ability are welcome to train with the SCTA squad. Whether you train with the squad on the beautiful Sunshine Coast or require a program via correspondence, Toby individualizes training plans to accommodate your level of fitness and triathlon aspirations, which ultimately ensure you're at your best come race day. Drop in for a chat at one of the squads scheduled training sessions listed on our training timetable page. Or contact Toby for more details.

"Training plans to suit you"

Coaching Roles 
  • Triathlon Australia Junior Camp Canberra 2020 (cancelled)
  • Triathlon Australia Junior Camp Canberra 2019
  • Head Coach / Team Manager - Team PNG - Commonwealth Games Triathlon 2018
  • Coaching Course Facilitator - Triathlon Queensland 2014 - 2019 
  • Head Coach - Team ITU Camp Youth Olympics, Sydney 2013
  • Head Coach - ATU U/23 and Junior Development Camp, Maputo, Mozambique 2011
  • National Talent Identification and Development "Hot Spot" Regional Coach, Sunshine Coast 2008-2010
  • Head Swim Coach - ITU U/23 and Junior Development Camp, Gold Coast 2009
  • Assistant Coach - Young Guns Tour of Japan 2009
  • TA National Junior Camp, 2008 & 2009
  • TQ JETS Coach, 2007 & 2008
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2013 ITU Australian Youth Olympic Games - pre camp Wollongong
Coaching Results
  • 2019 TA Age Group Coach of the Year finalist
  • Triathlon Queensland Junior Coach of the Year 2018-19
  • 2019 Certificate of Merit for Contribution to Sport on the Sunshine Coast - Sunshine Coast Sports Hall of Fame
  • 2018 Commonwealth Games Representative - Professional Female 
  • 2016 + 2017 ITU Pacific Island Champion - Professional Female
  • 2017 Australian Cross Triathlon Champion - Professional Male
  • 2016 and 2017 World ITU Cross Triathlon - Elite Team Representative
  • 2015 World Duathlon Champs - ITU Junior 4th Place
  • 2014 TA Age Group Coach of the Year finalist
  • 2013 TA Age Group Coach of the Year finalist
  • 2013 Triathlon World Championships, London - 8 members
  • 2012 Triathlon World Championships, Auckland - 11 members
  • 2011 Western Australian Ironman Female Champion - Professional
  • 2010 Triathlon World Championships, Budapest - 3 members & 1 x World Champion
  • 2010 Australian Female Long Course and Ironman Champion - Professional
  • 2009 Sunshine Coast Sports Star of the Year, Coach of the Year
  • 2009 Triathlon World Championships, Gold Coast - 34 members  & 2 x World Champions
  • 2009 Long Course World Championships, Perth - 5 members & 3 x World Champions
  • 2008-09 TQ Junior / Club Coach of the Year
  • 2009 Long Course World Championships, Elite Male named in Team
  • 2002 - current - 58 athletes make QLD Schools Triathlon Team

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 As a regular commentator for IRONMAN Oceania and The Event Crew, you'll see Toby on site at various Queensland and Interstate races. A favourite with athletes, Toby's well known for his witty banter during post race interviews and stellar scooter skills while providing live race updates out on course.  Contact Toby to discuss commentary availability for your next event.

Commentary Roles

Noosa Triathlon Festival (2006 - Current)
Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival (2006 - Current)
Queensland Triathlon Series (7 Races) (2006 - Current)
Luke Harrop Memorial Gold Coast Triathlon (2006 - Current) 
​Queensland All Schools Triathlon Champs (2017 - Current)
Velothon - Sunshine Coast (2017)
Triathlon Pink - Sunshine Coast - (2017 - Current)
Pomona King of the Mountain (2016 - Current)
Australian Ironman Championships - Port Macquarie (2014 - 2020) Including Ironman Live Spotter
Noosa Ultimate Festival (2013 - 2017)
Moreton Bay Triathlon / Triathlon Queensland Sprint Championships (2013 - Current)
Sunshine Coast 70.3 (2012 - Current)
Cairns Ironman (2012 - Current) Including Ironman Live Spotter
Runway Noosa (2018 - 2020)
​Triathlon Pink - Perth - (2018 - 2020)
​Bridge to Brisbane Run (2012 - 2017)
Noosa Ultimate Festival (2013 - 2017)
Velothon - Sunshine Coast (2017)

Pacific Games Triathlon - Port Moresby - (2015)
Western Australia Ironman (2012 - 2016) Including Ironman Live Spotter
Asia Pacific Ironman Championships - Melbourne (2014 - 2015) Including Ironman Live Spotter
  Challenge Cairns (2011) 
Sydney World Championship Series (2011 & 2012)
Devonport Triathlon (2011 & 2012)
Geelong Multisport Festival (2011 - 2012)
Noosa Winter Festival (2009 - 2012)
Triathlon Pink Brisbane (2016)

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The Event Crew Commentary Photos courtesy of Leanne Handreck Photography www.leannehandreckphotography.com.au and 
Barry Alsop from Eyes Wide Open Images www.eyeswideopenimages.com

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  • Home
    • Sponsors
  • Timetable
  • Membership + Prices
    • SCTA Uniform and Merchandise
    • 10th Anniversary Celebration
  • Coaching
    • ITU Juniors (17-19yo) ITU Youth A + B (12-16yo)
    • Junior Program 7-12 Years
    • Midday / Corporate Swim Sessions
    • Contact
  • SCTA Junior Scholarship
    • Ella Wooldridge: 2019/20 Female Recipient >
      • Ella's Blog
    • Ryan Marsh: 2019/20 Male Recipient >
      • Ryan's Blog
    • Previous Recipients >
      • Macey Roberts: 2018/19 Female Recipient >
        • Macey's Blog
      • Peyton Craig: 2018/19 Male Recipient >
        • Peyton's Blog
      • Romy Wolstencroft: 2017/18 Female Recipient >
        • Romy's Blog
      • Jake Hynes: 2017/18 Male Recipient >
        • Jake's Blog
      • Kaya Shults: 2016/17 Female Recipient >
        • Kaya's Blog
      • Ryan Marsh: 2016/17 Male Recipient >
        • Ryan's Blog
      • Savannah Wayner: 2015/16 Female Recipient >
        • Savannah's Blog
      • Jake Hynes: 2015/16 Male Recipient >
        • Jake's Blog
  • Results
    • World Championship Medalists
    • Oceania Champs Regional Medalists
    • Australian Champs Medalists - OD 1.5/40/10
    • Australian Champs Medalists - Sprint Distance / Mixed Relay
    • Australian Champs Medalists - Ironman
    • Australian Champs Medalists - Long Course / 70.3 / Aquabike
    • Australian Champs Medalists - Aquathlon / Cross Triathlon / Duathlon / Athletics
    • Australian and Queensland Schools Triathlon Champs Medalists
  • Latest News