Coach Litteral began the middle school track program in 2021 and has served as Augusta's varsity track & field coach since the high
school program's return in 2015. He has also coached the cross country team since that
program returned in 2011. Mr. Litteral also has several other duties in
the athletic department including Media Relations and overseeing the
athletic broadcasts. Mr. Litteral is the Director of Finance &
Technology for Augusta Independent.
Assistant Coach
Tyler Sparks
Tyler Sparks joined the track & field staff as an assistant coach in 2026. Coach Sparks also serves as the MS/HS Cross Country Coach. He is an Instructional Assistant for AIS and the instructor of the JROTC program. Mr. Sparks is also a member of the Air National Guard.
Assistant Coach / Throws Coach
Braydon Appleman
Braydon Appleman joined the track & field staff as an assistant coach in 2025, serving as the throws coach. Appleman is a 2023 graduate of Augusta Independent and was a thrower for the track & field team for 3 years. He holds the school records in both the shot put and discus. Appleman also serves as the tennis coach at AIS.
