Meet our Coaches

Following a distinguished 40-year career in elementary physical education, Jim "retired" to spread NASP archery throughout central Texas. Jim introduced NASP archery to his Highland Park Elementary School students in 2014. What started as a simple physical education curriculum unit in 2014 ignited a movement that currently impacts 500+ archers representing 15 Austin area schools. 

He has coached elementary and middle coached teams to 14 State Championships and 6 National Championships. He was honored to receive the Texas Parks & Wildlife State Coach of the Year in 2021, and the NASP Coach of the Year in 2022. He was selected to present at the NASP National Educator & Coach Conference in 2025. Jim currently coaches NASP at the elementary and middle school levels and serves as the Chief Coaching Officer of Bat City Archery, a non-profit organization dedicated to getting more bows in more kids' hands throughout central Texas.

Honor and championships aside, the most profound trophy is the impact he has seen NASP have on kids, schools, and communities. To quote Jim, "The NASP program is a tribute to what can happen when everyone comes together on behalf of kids. NASP is the centerpiece that helps us cultivate not just skilled archers, but poised young people with an outstanding work ethic, focus, and a compassion that extends far beyond the archery range." 

Kristian is a former professional cyclist that represented Great Britain at World Cup and World Championships for several years. A British National Road Race Champion with a lifelong passion for performance, discipline, and youth development. Born in England, and raised in Austin Tx, Kristian enjoyed a professional cycling career that spanned over 20 years. He’s best known for his 2009 victory at the British National Road Championships and his pivotal role with the Rapha Condor team, where he became a fixture of the european racing scene thanks to his tactical racing style and leadership on the road.

Following his retirement from professional cycling, Kristian turned his focus to coaching and mentoring the next generation of athletes. His commitment to youth development found a new outlet through his son and Bat City Archery, where he applies his elite-level competitive experience to the sport of archery. As a coach, Kristian has played an integral role in guiding young archers from grassroots to national-level competition. His unique background in high-performance sport brings a mindset of excellence, focus, and resilience to every coaching session.

Whether on two wheels or behind the bow, Kristian is dedicated to helping young athletes achieve their goals and discover their full potential through structured training, mental preparation, and a passion for sport.