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Podcast: The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast
Episode: #29: Peter John L. Thompson-Spirit of Oregon
Description: A real pioneer in athletics coaching and coaching education, Peter Thompson joins us today to discuss his roots from Europe to Eugene. We had a great time discussing the club system in Europe and how/why he came to North America for educational advancements. Peter is an amazing coach having worked with a variety of events in track and field. He also was a pioneer in creating the Coaches Ed system we use today for USATF, working along side such vaunted greats as Joe Vigil, Vern Gambetta, Gary Winkler, and more. If you enjoy coaching education in the US, you...