University of Victoria Athletics

Kala is entering her sixth season as an Assistant Coach with the University of Victoria Vikes in 2026-27. She joined the program in 2020 through the U SPORTS Female Apprentice Coach Program.

Kala is an NCCP Performance Coach and completed the Advanced Coaching Diploma in 2026.

In 2025, Kala was selected as an Assistant Coach for Team Canada at the FISU World University Cross Country Championships in Italy.

In addition to her coaching responsibilities with the Vikes, Kala serves as the Sport Development Manager for BC Athletics. She is passionate about athlete development and remains actively involved in coaching a high school girls' training group. Kala is committed to fostering a lifelong passion for running and creating a supportive environment where athletes can thrive and reach their full potential.

As an athlete, Kala was a multiple-time Junior National medalist and competed in the NCAA for Arizona State University. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria in 2020.