Zak Jackson (Head Coach)
Introducing Zak, a seasoned short track speed skater with an impressive 13-year journey in the sport. He's conquered provincial and national competitions, and he notably earned a spot representing Team Ontario at the prestigious Canada Winter Games Red Deer 2019.
But Zak's story doesn't stop there. Since 2020, he took on a new role as a coach, creating a bridge between his passion for the sport and his academic pursuits during his university days.
In his coaching journey, Zak has witnessed the rise of young talents in our club, achieving remarkable results. This experience has reignited his own passion for short track speed skating and reinforced his commitment to nurturing emerging skaters.
Alisha Mullings
Alisha began speed skating at 8 and competed through university while studying nursing. Her passion for the sport grew into coaching, starting in Abbotsford as a skater-assistant, then with the King Tornadoes alongside her mom. She later coached in Hamilton before returning to Newmarket, where she has twice led Team Ontario at the Canada East Youth Championships.
John Grant
John skated with the Newmarket Jets from 2007 to 2010 before moving to Calgary to join the Olympic Oval long track program. He represented Team Ontario at the 2011 Canada Winter Games in Halifax and later competed in a regional World Cup event in Calgary.