Point Loma Nazarene University has removed Avery Takata’s interim title and named the alumna director of cross country and track and field. After stepping into the role in August, Takata will lead both programs with a focus on team unity, faith, athlete development and competitive growth.

By the Numbers
  • Women’s track and field improved its PacWest Championships finish in each of Takata’s 3 seasons as associate head coach, placing 4th this spring—its best result since 2019.
  • Takata coached 5 school records, 20 All-PacWest performances and 47 top-10 marks in program history.
  • She was appointed interim director on Aug. 13.
State of Play
  • Women’s cross country finished 4th at the PacWest Championships and is scheduled to compete at the NCAA West Regional on Nov. 21.
  • Women’s track and field is scheduled to open its spring season at the Ron Kamaka Open on Feb. 20.
Bottom Line

Takata’s appointment gives Point Loma a leader with deep ties to the program and a record of recent progress. The next test is sustaining that momentum across both teams.