OUR S&C TEAM

MARCO MASTROROCCO

Over 20 years experience in coaching general and athletic populations (UK, Spain, Australia).

Marco is the Director of Athletic Development at Athletix and an experienced Strength & Conditioning coach working across elite, pathway and youth sport.

His work includes consulting with Queensland Cricket, the Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Heat, alongside specialist Recovery and Mobility consultancy within AFL and AFLW environments, including the Gold Coast SUNS senior team and VFL, and Brisbane Lions W athletes. Marco previously led the physical preparation of the Italian Men's National Cricket Team, playing an instrumental role in the performance program that contributed to Italy's historic qualification for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

His work also extends into school-based athletic development, leading and coordinating Strength & Conditioning programs across all major youth sports at Villanova college and Yeronga State High.

Marco presented at the 2025 ASCA International Conference and regularly delivers ASCA coaching courses, contributing to the education and certification of Level 1 and Level 2 Strength & Conditioning coaches.

Alongside his applied coaching work, Marco has contributed to research in concussion and neck strength with researchers from QUT and Griffith University.

At Athletix, he leads the development of athletic performance systems, mentors coaches, and helps shape the Strength & Conditioning frameworks used across both athletic and general populations.

Qualifications/Achievements

• Strength & Conditioning Coach – ASCA Professional L2
• Australia Athletics Level 3 Performance Coach
• Weightlifting Coach (AWF Level 1)
• Bachelor of High Performance Sports
• S&C Consultant for CRICKET AUSTRALIA, QLD BULLS, Brisbane Heat, GC Suns

REZA SHARIFIAN

Reza is the Head Coach at Athletix and has a deep interest in human movement, athletic performance and the coaching process.

After playing international rugby, he completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours) and has since developed broad coaching experience across professional cricket, sub-elite rugby and football, and general strength and fitness populations.

Reza applies a scientific and research-informed approach to coaching, while maintaining a strong interest in emerging training methods and the ongoing development of his practice. His approach considers the individual as a whole, with the aim of improving performance, physical capacity and long-term health.

As Head Coach at Athletix, Reza also plays a key role in supporting the development of our coaching team. He mentors newer Strength & Conditioning coaches and works closely with university practicum students, helping them bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical coaching.

Reza is central to maintaining coaching standards across Athletix and developing both the athletes and coaches within our environment.

Qualifications/Achievements

• Bachelor of Exercise Science (Hons.)
• Strength & Conditioning Coach
• ESSA Accredited Exercise and Sport Scientist (AsPs lev 1)

Training Focus

• Strength and Conditioning
• Olympic Lifting
• Injury Prevention and Rehab

RITTI KAGI

Ritti is a Strength & Conditioning coach at Athletix with a strong passion for sport, human performance and long-term athlete development.

A first-generation South Sudanese-Australian, he understands the power of sport as a universal language and is particularly passionate about supporting athletes from multicultural backgrounds.

After completing a Bachelor of High Performance Sport, Ritti has continued to develop his coaching through a scientific and outcomes-based approach to training. He works with both youth and adult populations, helping clients become stronger, fitter, faster and more confident in their physical abilities.

Ritti also leads Athletix’s Long-Term Athlete Development program at Yeronga State High School, supporting young athletes through structured strength, conditioning and movement development.

His coaching combines energy, education and care, with a strong focus on building physical capacity, positive training habits and long-term development.

Qualifications/Achievements

• Strength & Conditioning Coach – ASCA Associate Level 2
• Bachelor of High Performance Sports

Training Focus

• Youth Athletic Development
• Injury Prevention and Recovery

SAM MULHERIN

Sam is a passionate and experienced Strength & Conditioning Coach with 7 years in the industry, working with youth, general, and athletic populations. He holds dual degrees , a Bachelor of Exercise and Movement Science (Distinction) and a Bachelor of Business Finance (Distinction), and is an ASCA Level 1 Accredited Coach.

Over his career, Sam has held Head S&C roles with AFL and Rugby teams in Brisbane, and has recently returned from two years coaching in the UK, where he broadened his professional knowledge and experience.

Sam’s coaching philosophy revolves around athletic performance, youth athletic development, and the pillars of speed, power, and strength training. He is particularly passionate about supporting athletes across AFL, cricket, rugby league, triathlon, and track & field, helping them develop not just for performance now, but for movement quality and resilience in the long term.

Mad about sport and dedicated to moving well for life, Sam thrives on seeing every athlete and client he works with achieve their best.

Qualifications/Achievements

• Strength & Conditioning Coach - ASCA Level 1
• Bachelor of Exercise Science and Movement Science
• Bachelor of Business Finance

Training Focus

• Athletic Performance
• Youth Athletic Development
• Strength & Power Development

SAMUEL KWONG

Sam Jr. is a Strength & Conditioning Coach at Athletix, originally from Hong Kong, with a strong background in multi-sport participation and a clear interest in long-term athletic development.

He holds a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Honours) from The University of Queensland and combines his academic background with applied coaching experience across youth and competitive sport.

At Athletix, Sam Jr. works with developing athletes through structured Strength & Conditioning programs focused on movement competency, strength, speed, power and physical resilience. His coaching prioritises strong foundations, technical execution and consistency before progressing athletes towards higher performance outputs.

Alongside his role at Athletix, Sam is part of our S&C team at Villanova College and works as Head S&C with the Morningside Panthers senior team AFL program, contributing to athlete preparation across school and senior competitive environments.

Sam Jr. brings a systematic and considered approach to coaching, with a strong focus on helping athletes build the physical qualities required for long-term performance.

Qualifications/Achievements

• Bachelor of Exercise & Movement Science (Honors)
• Strength & Conditioning Coach - ASCA Level 1
• Head S&C - Morningside Panthers (QAFL)
• S&C Youth Coach - Villanova College

Training Focus

• Athletic Performance
• Youth Athletic Development
• Strength and Power Development

TOBY WALLIS

Toby is a Strength & Conditioning Coach at Athletix with a background in high-performance sport and team-based athlete development. He holds a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science from Queensland University of Technology and ASCA Level 2 accreditation.

His coaching focuses on developing strength, power and movement qualities that support the physical demands of competition. Working primarily with team sport athletes, particularly in AFL and Rugby, Toby uses structured and evidence-informed training progressions to build robust physical foundations before advancing to higher-intensity performance work.

Toby places strong value on coaching quality, consistency and athlete buy-in, ensuring every training session has a clear purpose and intent.

Alongside his coaching, Toby competes in AFL and continues his own strength training, giving him practical insight into the physical and psychological demands experienced by athletes.

Qualifications/Achievements

• Strength & Conditioning Coach - ASCA Associate Level 2
• Bachelor of Exercise & Movement Science
• S&C Youth Coach - Villanova & Yeronga College

Training Focus

• Athletic Performance
• Youth Athletic Development
• Strength & Power Development

LOIC LEVIF

Loïc is a Strength & Conditioning Coach at Athletix, originally from France, with a background spanning athletic performance, rehabilitation and return-to-sport.

His coaching journey began through tennis before developing a strong interest in Olympic weightlifting and physical preparation during his university studies. Since then, Loïc has built experience across professional rugby, high-performance environments and athlete rehabilitation.

His work in professional rugby union in France placed a strong emphasis on long-term injury management and return-to-sport, while an internship with the Hurricanes in Wellington further developed his understanding of performance preparation in elite sport.

At Athletix, Loïc works with athletes returning from injury, contact sport athletes and individuals looking to improve strength, speed and movement quality. His coaching combines structured physical preparation with a strong understanding of rehabilitation and the demands of returning athletes to performance.

Alongside his role at Athletix, Loïc is involved with Brothers Rugby Club in Brisbane, continuing to develop his applied experience within competitive team sport.

Qualifications/Achievements

• Strength & Conditioning Coach - ASCA Level 1
• Bachelor of Exercise Science - specialised in Olympic Lifting
• IUSCA Level 2 S&C
• Assistant Rehab S&C - Brothers Rugby Union

Training Focus

• Olympic Lifting
• Contact Sport Athletes
• Speed Development
• Return to Play and Performance