The Texas Heat coaching staff is dedicated to developing champions on and off the track. Through experience, passion, and mentorship, our coaches strive to help every athlete reach their full potential both in competition and in life.
Coach Leslie Riggins is the Founder and Head Coach of Texas Heat Track Club and has dedicated more than 42 years to coaching and developing young athletes. What began as a desire to support his own son grew into a lifelong passion for mentoring youth through athletics and helping athletes reach their full potential both on and off the track. A lifelong Coach, Riggins coached in track and field, basketball, football, and cross country throughout his career, representing Burnet Middle School, Dobie Middle School, John H. Reagan High School, and LBJ. His coaching experiences laid the foundation for a coaching career that has impacted generations of athletes across Central Texas. Since entering the coaching ranks in 1984 and later founding
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Coach Riggins has become one of the most respected track and field coaches in the state of Texas. Throughout his career, he has helped develop numerous state champions, state record holders, and collegiate scholarship recipients. His coaching success includes more than 15 individual and team state championships, along with producing athletes who have gone on to compete at the collegiate level and later returned to coach alongside him. Coach Riggins' dedication and impact have earned significant recognition, including being named Coach of the Year for 4A and 5A programs in 2003 and being inducted into the AAU Hall of Fame in 2024, a testament to his decades of service and commitment to youth athletics.
What Coach Riggins enjoys most is watching athletes grow over time, from their first days on the track to high school success, state championships, scholarship opportunities, and beyond. He believes every student-athlete is more than just an athlete and strives to help young people develop character, discipline, confidence, and life skills that extend far beyond competition.
For Coach Riggins, Texas Heat is more than a track club; it's an opportunity to give back to the community, open doors for young athletes, and help families pursue opportunities through education and athletics. His mission remains the same today as it was over four decades ago: to invest in young people, build future leaders, and never stop coaching, whether on the track or in life.
Coach Terran Williams serves as the Head Coach of Texas Heat Track Club and brings over 23 years of involvement in the sport, including 13 years of coaching experience.
Dedicated to the growth and development of youth athletes, Coach Williams has remained committed to building a competitive, disciplined, and supportive track environment for athletes and families alike. His years of experience in the sport have helped shape his leadership style and passion for mentoring young athletes both on and off the track.
As a proud representative of Texas Heat Track Club, Coach Williams continues to lead with dedication, consistency, and a strong commitment to the program and its athletes.
With over 13 years of coaching experience, Coach Malcolm Riggins brings a deep-rooted passion and legacy to Texas Heat Track Club. A multi-sport athlete with a background in football, track, and basketball, he understands the discipline and dedication it takes to compete at a high level.
As a former AAU competitor and Junior Olympic medalist. Earning 2 silver medals and 1 gold. Coach Riggins knows firsthand what it means to push beyond limits and perform on big stages. His journey in the sport runs deeper than competition alone. Texas Heat is family. Founded by his father, a legendary coach, Coach Riggins was not only one of the first athletes in the program but also a witness to its very foundation and growth.
A proud graduate of LBJ High School and lifelong member of the Texas Heat community, he is committed to giving back to the next generation. What drives him most is seeing young athletes grow, not just in skill, but in confidence, discipline, and mindset. He takes pride in helping turn potential into true competitors through hard work and the right guidance.
For Coach Riggins, Texas Heat isn’t just a team, it’s a lifelong purpose, a legacy, and a commitment to excellence.
Coach Terrance Martin serves as a Sprints and Motivation Coach for Texas Heat Track Club and brings 3 years of coaching experience, along with a deep personal connection to the program.
A multi-sport athlete, Coach Martin was a 4-year letterman in football, basketball, and track & field. He went on to earn a track scholarship to Texas Southern University, where he continued competing at the collegiate level from 2006 to 2008.
Coach Martin’s roots with Texas Heat run deep, as he has been part of the program since 2002. During his time as an athlete, he helped achieve major success, including a Junior Olympics Championship in the 4x4 relay in 2004 and a Sprint Medley Relay record in 2006.
His passion for coaching comes from a genuine love for the sport and a desire to give back to the next generation. Coach Martin is dedicated to being a positive role model, helping guide young athletes in the right direction, and teaching lessons both on and off the track. He is especially driven to help athletes avoid the mistakes of the past while building confidence, discipline, and a path toward greatness.
What Coach Martin enjoys most is watching athletes put in the work, trust the process, and experience the joy that comes from competing and improving. For him, those moments of growth and success make coaching truly rewarding.
To Coach Martin, Texas Heat means everything. The program has played a major role in his life, helping build mental toughness, lifelong relationships, strong character, and a true understanding of hard work and dedication.
In addition to coaching, Coach Martin is a proud parent, mentor, and motivator who is committed to uplifting every athlete he works with.
Coach Green brings over 30 years of coaching experience along with a strong athletic background in Division I football and track & field. As a former shot put and discus athlete at Regina High School, he has spent decades helping athletes develop both discipline and technique in the throwing events.
Throughout his coaching journey, Coach Green has worked with several programs and schools across Texas, including Texas Heat, LBJ, Webb, Dobie, and various athletic camps throughout the state.
Although he admits he was once reluctant to teach due to public speaking, coaching showed him that knowing your craft and being willing to share it can make a powerful impact on others. That realization helped shape his coaching style and approach to mentoring young athletes.
What Coach Green enjoys most about coaching is witnessing the moment when an athlete finally “gets it.” Whether in the classroom or in sports, seeing a student-athlete have that breakthrough moment and master their craft is what makes coaching rewarding for him.
Texas Heat is also meaningful to Coach Green because of his relationship with Head Coach Riggens and the shared dedication to helping young athletes grow and succeed.
Coach Dvante Gay Sr. serves as a Sprints Coach for Texas Heat Track Club and brings over 3 years of coaching experience to the program.
With an athletic background in both track & field and football, Coach Gay competed at a high level during his time at LBJ High School, where he developed a strong foundation in speed, discipline, and competition.
His passion for coaching comes from seeing young athletes improve and push themselves to compete at their best. Coach Gay is committed to helping athletes grow, both in their performance and in their confidence.
To Coach Gay, Texas Heat represents family, dedication, hard work, and competition values that drive everything he brings to the track
Coach Jason Walker serves as an Assistant Coach for Texas Heat Track Club and brings 3 years of coaching experience to the team.
With a background in football, including playing in California, Coach Walker understands the value of discipline, teamwork, and athletic development. His transition into coaching was inspired by his son’s involvement in track, which sparked a deeper passion for helping young athletes grow.
Coach Walker enjoys watching athletes develop over time and takes pride in supporting their progress both on and off the track. He is committed to helping each athlete improve, build confidence, and stay motivated throughout their journey.
To Coach Walker, Texas Heat represents family, unity, and strong friendships values that continue to drive his dedication to the program and its athletes.
Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Coach Brian Marshall is a graduate of Reagan High School and continued his athletic career playing college football at Prairie View A&M University.
With 19 years of coaching experience, Coach Marshall has worked across multiple sports including football, track & field, basketball, and wrestling.
Throughout his career, he has been fortunate to learn under several respected and accomplished coaches who helped shape his approach to coaching and athlete development.
Coach Marshall has trained under legendary track coaches such as Paul Darby of Reagan High School, Clifton Gilliard of Prairie View A&M University, and Texas Heat’s own Coach Les Riggins, whose impact spans programs including Dobie, Reagan, LBJ, and Texas Heat.
Track & field has been a part of Coach Marshall’s coaching journey every year of his career, both at the high school and summer track levels. He has experience coaching multiple events and has helped develop numerous Regional and State qualifiers, champions, and collegiate athletes throughout the years.
Dedicated to helping young athletes reach their full potential, Coach Marshall takes pride in mentoring athletes both on and off the track while continuing to represent the strong tradition of Texas track and field excellence.
Coach Deandre Wytaske serves as an Assistant Sprint Coach for Texas Heat Track Club and brings 3 years of coaching experience to the program.
A multi-sport athlete growing up, Coach Wytaske competed in football, baseball, basketball, and track & field. He is a proud graduate of LBJ High School (Class of 2016) and continues to stay active in youth sports by also coaching football with the Wranglers.
Inspired by his own children, Coach Wytaske is passionate about helping young athletes believe in themselves and push through even the toughest challenges. He takes pride in building confidence, resilience, and a strong mindset in every athlete he works with.
To Coach Wytaske, Texas Heat represents family, speed, and a shared commitment to growth both on and off the track.
And if you ask him? He’ll probably tell you he’s still the fastest coach out there.
Coach Rojo brings a diverse athletic background and a deep passion for competition and development to Texas Heat Track Club. A former long-distance runner at Fountain-Fort Carson High School in Colorado, Coach Rojo understands the discipline, endurance, and mental toughness required to compete at a high level in track and field.
After relocating to Germany, Coach Rojo expanded his athletic career into basketball, where he competed at the varsity level for four years at Vilseck High School. During that time, Coach Rojo earned All-European honors in 2006 and had the opportunity to travel throughout Europe competing against top talent. His dedication to the game was recognized with a Coach’s Award, highlighting leadership, work ethic, and commitment to the team.
Coach Rojo’s coaching experience includes two years with i9 Sports youth soccer in Austin, Texas, and one year coaching youth football with the Del Valle Cardinals. These experiences have helped shape a well-rounded coaching approach built on encouragement, mentorship, and a strong competitive spirit.
As a coach, Rojo believes in creating an environment where athletes can grow while still enjoying the process. Emphasizing fundamentals, effort, and accountability, his goal is to help athletes develop a strong work ethic, a team-first mindset, mental toughness, and lasting confidence both on and off the track.
Coach Rojo lives by the philosophy: “The only way to define your limits is by going beyond them.” — Arthur C. Clarke
Coach Terrance Woodard brings both experience and legacy to the Texas Heat coaching staff as a former Texas Heat athlete and dedicated mentor to the next generation of competitors. A proud Texas Heat alumnus from 1995 to 1998, Coach Woodard's track and field journey began within the very program he now helps serve.
During his athletic career, Coach Woodard competed at John H. Reagan High School, where he earned three varsity letters in Track & Field and was a District Champion in the 400-meter dash and 4x400-meter relay. His success on the track continued at the collegiate level as a member of the Prairie View A&M University Track & Field program from 1998 to 2000. During his time at Prairie View, he was part of the 1998 SWAC Indoor Track & Field Championship team and contributed to the 2000 SWAC Outdoor Championship team.
With over three years of coaching experience, Coach Woodard now specializes as Texas Heat's Long and Triple Jump Coach. His passion for coaching comes from his deep love for the sport and a desire to give back the same opportunities, guidance, and support that track and field provided throughout his own life.
What Coach Woodard enjoys most about coaching is watching young athletes overcome obstacles, build confidence, and achieve goals they may not have thought possible. He understands firsthand how athletics can open doors and create opportunities for personal growth both on and off the track.
For Coach Woodard, Texas Heat is much more than a track club. It is the foundation that helped him pursue his dreams and develop as both an athlete and a person. Grateful for the mentorship and guidance he received from Coach Leslie Riggins and the Texas Heat community, he is committed to paying it forward by helping today's athletes achieve success and reach their full potential.
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