COACHES/STAFF
Angelo Taylor
Sprints, Hurdles & Jumps
Angelo Taylor's career as an elite athlete spans well over a decade, and in that time he has won more than 23 national and international championship medals and a total of eight World Championships and Olympic medals. Taylor’s success on the track started at a young age. In addition to numerous state titles, in 1995 & 1996 Taylor won his first international hardware as he finished third at the World Junior Championships. In 1998, Taylor won the NCAA title in the 400M Hurdles and 4x400M relay while attending the Georgia Institute of Technology. Taylor also ran the fastest-ever time for a 19-year-old in the 400H. If he had been born two days later, his 47.90 at the 1998 USA Championships would have been a world junior record. In 2000, Taylor won Olympic gold just four years after graduating from high school, at age 21. Eight years later, Angelo entered the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing as an underdog, a role he embraced. But after leading the field in each of the first two rounds, the stage was set for Angelo's rise back to the top of the sport. In the 400-meter hurdles final, Angelo ran the race of his life, crossing in a personal best to capture Olympic gold. At the very least, Angelo was back on top of the sport and he capped an amazing week at the Games by leading the U.S. 4x400 team to gold. During the 2012 Olympics, Angelo was named team captain for the USA men’s track and field team. Taylor also won a Silver Medal in the 4X400 Meter Relay in the 2012 London Games.
Angelo has been inducted into the Georgia Tech Hall of Fame, Georgia Sports Hall of Fame and the Ga High School Track Association Hall of Fame.
Taking his speed to the international stage, Angelo's success continued. Now certified as a USA track and field coach, Angelo is taking his career to another level while teaching athletes how to sustain being healthy and on top. He will work and organize the training for all athletes. He has impeccable skills in hurdling/sprints/jumps, in conjunction with the ability to motivate and support his athletes. Angelo has the tools, knowledge and skills coupled with the fuel to turn uncommon goals into reality.
Jarvis Taylor
Sprints, Relays & Conditioning
Coach Jarvis C. Taylor brings a wealth of experience and passion to the realm of track and field coaching, stemming from a lifelong dedication to athletics and a profound commitment to the holistic development of young athletes. Born and raised in Macon, Georgia, Coach Taylor's journey in sports began early as he emerged as a multi-sport athlete during his high school years at Northeast High. Excelling in football, basketball, cross country, and track & field, he not only displayed his exceptional athletic prowess but also cultivated a profound understanding of the values that underpin sportsmanship, teamwork, and perseverance.
His accomplishments as a scholar-athlete at Alabama State University and The University of Georgia further cemented his reputation as a dedicated competitor. Competing in events like the 400-meters, 400-meter hurdles, and 4 x 400-meter relays, Coach Taylor's collegiate years solidified his passion for the sport and ignited his desire to share his insights and expertise with the next generation.
With a strong belief in the transformative power of athletics, Coach Taylor is resolutely committed to shaping young athletes into not just skilled competitors but also responsible, empathetic, and community-minded individuals. He ardently subscribes to the notion that sports offer a unique avenue to instill invaluable life lessons that extend beyond the track and field arena. At East Atlanta, Coach Taylor places a premium on the personal development of his athletes, making it the cornerstone of his coaching philosophy.
Coach Taylor's journey as a coach spans 8 years of dedicated service in youth track and field. His coaching experience is underscored by his certification as a USATF Level 1 Coach, a testament to his commitment to refining his coaching acumen and staying abreast of the latest methodologies in the field. His coaching tenure boasts significant milestones, including his role as the Assistant Coach for Champion Theme Middle School in 2022 and his ongoing position as the Assistant Coach at Southwest Dekalb High School since 2023.
Beyond his coaching prowess, Coach Taylor is a proud father to Ashton Taylor, who himself is an active participant in the sport and shares in his father's dedication to excellence.
Education has been a vital component of Coach Taylor's journey, having earned his Bachelor of Arts in Management with a focus on Logistics and Supply Chain from Clayton State University in 2005. This academic foundation, combined with his practical experiences as both an athlete and coach, equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of sports coaching.
In summary, Coach Jarvis C. Taylor's coaching journey reflects a profound commitment to fostering not only athletic achievement but also character development among his athletes. His extensive background as a scholar-athlete, coupled with his years of coaching experience and dedication to continuous learning, positions him as a pivotal figure in shaping the future leaders of our community through the medium of track and field.