Build better athletes. Build stronger people.
Coach Daryll — Founder & Head Coach, Sprints & Jumps
NCSF Certified Strength Coach (CSC)
USTFCCCA Speed Specialist
Plios Athletics Member Coach
Coach Daryll leads the vision, curriculum, and performance standards for Lone Star TFC. With a 9-year background in speed development, strength training, and long‑term athletic progression, he has built a unified system that supports Youth, High School, and adult athletes.
Specialties:
- Sprints: Short & Long
- Long jump & triple jump
- Plyometrics & elastic power
- Strength & power training
- Movement quality & durability
- Athlete confidence and long‑term development
Coaching Philosophy:
Every athlete deserves clear instruction, measurable progress, and a supportive environment. Coach Daryll focuses on teaching fundamentals first, then layering in advanced skills as athletes grow in readiness and confidence.
Coach LynnLi — Assistant Coach, Throws & Business Manager
2× Texas State Championship Qualifier — Shot Put & Discus
2 years of experience coaching shot put
Plios Athletics Member Coach
Coach LynnLi brings competitive experience, technical knowledge, and strong leadership to Lone Star TFC. As a two‑time Texas state championship qualifier in the throws, she understands the discipline, technique, and confidence required to excel in power events. At Baylor University, she earned her business degree while serving as the Chairperson of Intramural Sports, demonstrating her ability to lead, organize, and support athletic communities.
In addition to coaching, she serves as the Business Manager for Lone Star TFC, supporting families, managing operations, and ensuring a smooth, professional experience for all athletes.
Specialties:
- Shot put & discus technique
- Strength development for power athletes
- Rotational mechanics & sequencing
- Competition preparation & confidence building
Coaching Style:
Supportive, patient, and detail‑oriented. Coach LynnLi focuses on safe, progressive skill development while helping athletes build belief in their abilities
Coach Thomas — Assistant Coach, Distance & 4×400m Relay
University of Houston — 1500m & Cross Country
Plios Athletics Member Coach
Coach Thomas leads our middle‑distance and endurance development for Lone Star TFC. As a former 1500m and cross‑country athlete at the University of Houston, he brings a deep understanding of pacing, race strategy, and aerobic development.
Specialties:
- 800m race modeling & pacing
- 1500m/1600m strategy & aerobic development
- 4×400m relay preparation
- Tempo, threshold, and speed‑endurance training
- Mental toughness & race confidence
Coaching Style:
Calm, analytical, and encouraging. Coach Thomas helps athletes understand why each workout matters, building smart, confident racers who know how to compete when it counts.
Coach Roberto — Assistant Coach, Hurdles & 4×100m Relay
University of Texas El Paso — 400m & 400m Hurdles
Plios Athletics Member Coach
Coach Roberto leads our hurdles program and sprint‑relay development. As a former 400m hurdler at UTEP, he brings technical precision, rhythm mastery, and a passion for helping athletes unlock their speed through efficient mechanics.
Specialties:
- 100m/110m hurdles technique
- 300m/400m hurdles rhythm & stride patterning
- 4×100m relay exchanges & acceleration zones
- Sprint mechanics & power application
- Confidence building for technical events
Coaching Style:
Technical, energetic, and highly detail‑oriented. Coach Roberto breaks down complex movements into simple, repeatable steps that help athletes feel safe, confident, and fast.