Phoenix Day School for the Track and Field Program is a member of the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA). Members of the Roadrunner Track and Field Team have the opportunity to compete and participate in the Berg-Seeger Classic with other Deaf Schools across the country.
- Head Coach Boys: George Hughes [email protected]
- Head Coach Girls: Tyler McIntyre
- First Practice: February 5, 2024
- Practices: Monday – Thursday from 3:15 – 5:45 PM. Saturdays TBA
- Game Schedule and Locations: https://asdb.az.gov/roadrunners/events
- Registration: online https://asdb.az.gov/roadrunners/athletic-registration-form/
For more information please Coach Hughes or contact the athletic office at 480-305-0511 or Athletic Secretary Caroline Gallagher at [email protected]
Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, George Hughes an Instructional Aid teacher and Head Coach for High School Track & Field at the Phoenix Day School for the Deaf & The Blind! Fun fact – George was actually a high school graduate from PDSD before studying at the Rochester Institute of Technology! He’s also been a part of the National Deaf Football and National Deaf Track & Field Leagues! We’re happy to have someone so dedicated to the students here at PDSD.
As PDSD’s Football Assistant Coach and Track Head Coach, Tyler McIntyre has a true love for the game! Originally from Cave Creek, AZ, he also teaches high school history. A proud graduate of Gallaudet University, Tyler motivates his students with the motto, “When life hits you, you hit back twice as hard!” In his free time, he enjoys road trips, having explored 25 states with his Great Dane, Atticus.
Jeff Ploederl is the Athletic Director at the Phoenix Day School for the Deaf. Originally from Manitowoc, Wisconsin, he graduated from Lincoln High School and later earned his degree from Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. Jeff is dedicated to supporting students through sports and promoting an active, inclusive environment for all. Jeff is actually a Deaflympic champion with a bronze medal in tennis and a gold medal in basketball!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jeff at [email protected].