John and Kari Deer
John and Kari have been coaching Delmar Track and Field since 2018. They also serve as board presidents for the club. John and Kari are both still active in the running community. They've competed in local, national, and international races since they met in college and enjoy sharing the sport with the community. Both John and Kari are teachers and NYSPHAA certified coaches.
Erin and Paul are excited to coach the Delmar Track and Field Cross Country program. Erin has years of coaching experience at both the modified and high school levels. Paul has an unparalleled love of trails. Both Erin and Paul have been runners in the Albany area for over two decades and look forward to sharing their love of running with a new generation.
Coach Caitlyn is a Delmar resident and a graduate of Bethlehem High School. She started off as a swimmer but then became a member of the indoor and outdoor track teams alongside Coach Samantha. She has completed races ranging from miles to 5Ks to marathons and volunteered with the Delmar Track & Field and Cross Country programs last year. Caitlyn is excited to be volunteering again this year and looks forward to fostering a lifelong love of running and movement in our next generation of young athletes.
Coach Samantha is a Delmar resident and a graduate of Bethlehem High School, where she was a member of the indoor and outdoor track teams alongside Coach Caitlyn. She has completed races ranging from 5Ks to marathons and has been volunteering with the Delmar Track & Field program since 2025. Samantha looks forward to supporting athletes, helping them build their skills, and making running a fun and positive experience for all participants.