Athlete Testimonials

"If you had to ask me 3 words to describe Coach O’Toole, I’d say 'Best Coach Ever.'

I found out about Coach O’Toole late into my indoor track season. I’d been struggling to even jump 5’0", and it wasn’t looking good for me, especially if I wanted to qualify for the big meets. I remember reaching out to coach O’Toole, and he was instantly so kind and offered so much help and resources, despite not even knowing me. Fast forward only two jumps practices with him, and I was hitting major PRs. I went from jumping repeatedly 5’0", to jumping 5’4". That is HUGE in the jumps world, and it’s all because Coach O’Toole helped me jump to my full potential. 

I’m now a freshman in college, and I compete on a D1 track team all thanks to Coach O’Toole and his help. O’Toole helped me talk to countless college coaches, helped me PR in every single event, and helped me find my favorite event (the heptathlon) that eventually led to me committing to Binghamton University! It was my dream to go to states and nationals, and Coach O’Toole helped me go MULTIPLE times. He’s even taken me to the USATF Junior Olympics, which I would’ve never even imagined going to back in sophomore year. He doesn’t just help his athletes get good at the sport, he shows his full support and helps his athletes grow as people. 

I texted him just looking for some jumping tips, years later he’s turned me into the athlete I am today, and I can’t thank him enough. He helps people do things that seem unimaginable, and he goes above and beyond what he has to for his athletes, because he truly cares. If I had to recommend any coach to you, I’d always say Coach O’Toole. Why? Because he’s simply the best coach ever."

"After taking a semester off from track I was a bit concerned about getting back into jumping. I heard about Coach O'Toole through jumpers I knew from high school and decided to try Island Elite Jumping during March. After the first session I knew it was a great choice! Coach O'Toole has identified the weak points of my jump and created drills that have helped me adjust my form and landing. I’m excited to continue to jump this summer and I am glad I took the “leap” to work with IEJ because it has made me a more confident athlete!"