Congratulations to Ottawa Lions coaches Glenroy Gilbert, Leslie Estwick, Gordon Cavé, and Darrin Reesal on being named to Team Canada positions for the 2025 competition year.
Glenroy Gilbert, Athletics Canada’s Head Coach, will guide Team Canada through a demanding international schedule, culminating with the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan next September. Before that, Gilbert will lead Canada at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China, the World Relay Championships in Guangzhou, China, and the NACAC Championships. Gilbert’s steady leadership continues to be instrumental in shaping Canada’s track and field success on the world stage.
Leslie Estwick will serve as head coach at the NACAC Combined Events Championship in the United States. A veteran national team coach, Estwick’s appointment will be her first as a head coach of a national team. Previously, she served as head coach for Team Ontario at the 2022 Canada Games.
Gordon Cavé has been named sprints coach for the Pan Am Junior Games in Asuncion, Paraguay. This U23 competition marks yet another milestone in Cavé’s national team coaching journey, which includes previous assignments at the World Athletics U20 Championships and the NACAC Senior Championships.
Darrin Reesal will bring his expertise in throws to the Pan American U20 Championships in 2025. This is Reesal’s second national team assignment, further showcasing his growing reputation as one of Canada’s premier throws coaches. His technical knowledge and passion for developing young talent will undoubtedly contribute to Canada’s success at the event.
Congratulations to all four coaches on these prestigious appointments! Your dedication and expertise continue to elevate both the Ottawa Lions and Canada’s presence on the international stage.