OUR COACHES
HIDEO HARRY LOASBY
Founder & Youth Team Head Coach
Hometown: Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Background: Cross Country, Track, Road & Trails
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Harry started out as a footballer up until the U-15 level. At that point, like so many other runners with thin, lanky frames - he was pushed out of the sport. Getting cut from the HKFC U-15s turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as he decided to focus more on his "second" sport. Over the next few years, Harry went on to set school records, national junior records and a Hong Kong national record in the 3000m. He competed for an NCAA Division 1 school in California before returning to Hong Kong and founding Buffalo Running Company.
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"I remember finishing 23rd in our inter-house Year 7 cross country race. Two years later when I was picked for the last spot on the inter-school cross country team, I placed over 50th in my age group. At this point any potential in distance running was very well hidden, and most coaches would have written me off. I want BuffCo to be a club that hunts for excellence in every level of runner, because you never know who's going to jump out and grasp the opportunity like I did when I was 16. The most beautiful thing about running is that despite all the science, data, predictions and times - when the gun goes off, it's anybody's race!"
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Personal Bests & Achievements
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​800m (1:59)
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1500m (3:57)
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3,000m (8:34)
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5,000m (15:01)
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10km (31:38)
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Half Marathon (1:10:30)
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Marathon (2:33:54)
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West Island XC Record (7:33)
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Lantau Trail FKT (7:53)
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Hong Kong Junior National Records (1500m/3,000m)
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NCAA D1 XC & Track​
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Multiple Hong Kong National Champion (1500m/5k)
NICOLE CHUI
Adults Team Head Coach
Hometown: Hong Kong
Background: Cross Country, Track, Road
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Nicole started off as a footballer and competitive swimmer in school. She wasn't naturally talented at swimming, and football proved to be a dead end, with the lack of female opportunities in the sport, in Indonesia. When her marathoning father cajoled her into joining him on a Sunday long run, she said ok, and soon found her passion for putting in the solo work, and seeing it pay off in gratifying ways on race day. She read Runners' World and hit the treadmill for a year in high school, before understanding the power of a team and guidance at Wellesley College.
"Running has taught me how to push my boundaries to unthinkable limits. It has left me lifeless and gasping for air at times, but it has also left me feeling limitless and proud, and has gifted me with life-long friendships and priceless moments of camaraderie. It offers the highest of highs, the lowest of lows and everything in between. From preparing for races, to executing a race, to running for the joy of movement - running offers a world of self-discovery. Helping others find their way through in running is a privilege. I particularly love showing less experienced runners that running further actually requires less effort (yes, really), and a little bit of teamwork."
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Personal Bests & Achievements
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13th at 2018 Asian Games Marathon
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3rd at Seoul Marathon
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2 x Seoul Nike Women's Half Marathon Winner
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Half Marathon (1:20:23)
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Marathon (2:48:23)
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Multiple Hong Kong National Champion (10k/HM)
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NCAA D3 XC (Nationals Qualifier)
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NCAA D3 Track (Regional Qualifier - 3,000m Steeple)
JOSE BONGULTO
Online Coach
Hometown: Manila
Background: Road
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Born and raised in Manila and now based in Hong Kong, Jose has always had a passion for movement. Starting as a dancer, Jose found a new outlet in running in 2018, initially aiming to check off a marathon from his bucket list. However, the running bug bit HARD, and he hasn’t looked back since.
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Jose doesn’t consider himself particularly “talented” but credits his progress to a blue-collar mentality and a deep enjoyment of the journey. For him, running is a path to self-discovery. As a home-grown Buffalo and one of the initial members of our adult team, Jose has worked his way from an almost 5-hour marathon to a couple of Boston qualifiers. He has also had some incredible running adventures beyond road races, including Hood to Coast Portland, The Speed Project (LA-LV), and ultra marathons.
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“The pursuit of something is a beautiful thing and running has given me just that - and more. It has given me an opportunity to discover myself. It’s as honest and real as it gets. You get what you put in. It can be a personal thing or a means to find your community - somehow whatever I need in that moment, running always has the answer. As simple as it is, running has taken me to places and heights I’ve never thought imaginable, including this journey of being a run coach.”
Coaching Philosophy: Jose believes that finding joy and sustainability in the day-to-day is key, which leads to the sustainability of the process and that performance will naturally follow. By embracing the journey and celebrating small victories, runners can discover their true potential and achieve their goals.
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Personal Bests:
Marathon: 2:54:52
Half Marathon: 1:21:17
10k: 36:29
