ASSA Sport Speed Academy

Ranell Hobson is a highly respected figure in the world of speed coaching, with over 25 years of experience. She is the founder and Head Coach at the Academy of Sport Speed Australia (ASSA), specializing in sprint mechanics and strength and conditioning for speed. Her programs are used across various sports, including athletics, netball, soccer, rugby, and basketball, to help athletes maximize their performance through explosive speed, agility, and injury prevention.

Hobson holds a Master's degree in Sport Coaching and a Bachelor's degree in Sport Science & Coaching. She is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and an ASCA Elite Level 3 coach. She has been recognized for her expertise by prestigious organizations like the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association, which awarded her the Performance Development Coach of the Year in 2019​.

Her work is widely respected, earning her praise from elite sports organizations and international sports scientists​.