Top Former College Runner Coaches Distance Runners at Coral Glades High

February 27, 2026 • By David Volz
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Gianna Gonzalez, Avellana Williams, and Juliana Mathieu. {David Volz}

Khiro Hoilett is a new distance running coach at Coral Glades High School.

He and Braxton Patterson left their coaching positions at Coral Springs High School to become assistant coaches at Coral Glades.

A gifted runner who competed in track and cross country while a student at Coral Springs, Hoilett still holds the school record for the fastest two-mile run. He also competed in track and cross-country at Valdosta State University.

Khiro Hoilett {David Volz}

Hoilett is enjoying working with head coach Frank Cunningham. “I am glad to be at Coral Glades, and I want to help the runners achieve their highest potential,” said Hoilett.

The Coral Glades track team has some talented and dedicated athletes. Avery Evans is a leading runner in the 200- and 400-meter events, and Fabio Castillo is a strong runner in the 800-meter and mile runs.

Avery Evans and Fabio Castillo. {David Volz}

“It takes dedication and consistency to be a competitive distance runner,” said Castillo.

Gianna Gonzalez is a leading female runner for Coral Glades in the 800-meter and mile runs. She ranks fourth in the sophomore class with a 5.1 grade point average, plays on the lacrosse team, and competes in swimming.

Avellana Williams is a talented sprinter who competes in the 100- and 200-meter races and the 4×100 relay. She also plays on the flag football team.  Juliana Mathieu is a leader in the 100- and 200-meter runs and played soccer.

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David Volz

David Volz
David Volz has worked as a writer in South Florida for 35 years. He has written for the Sun-Sentinel, Hollywood Gazette, School Transportation News, South Dade News Leaders, Observer among others. He has an MA in Communications from Florida Atlantic University and a BA in Communications from Valparaiso University. Volz teaches Communications at Miami Dade College and Palm Beach State College. He lives in Coral Springs and enjoys running and participating in 5Ks and half-marathons.

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