Kinect Coaches
Coach Gabe Derman
Hometown:
Evanston, Illinois
Education:
B.S. in Exercise Science, University of Michigan
M.Ed in Sports Science, University of Texas
Experience:
Founder of Kinect. Coaching experience at the University of Michigan, University of Texas, DePaul, UCLA, University of Washington, University of Illinois-Chicago. Coached 11 MLB Draft picks, 1 PGA Tour Golfer, 14 professional basketball players (6 NBA). Human Performance & Education Specialist, NBA and Golf consultant, & over four years in the private sector training youth, adult, and older adult populations.
Hobbies:
Golfing, travel, spending time with family, naming random baseball players from the early 2000’s, and searching for top-rated BBQ
Follow Gabe on Social:
Twitter: @Coach_GDerman
Coach Bri Brown
Hometown:
Garmisch, Germany
Education:
B.S. in Exercise Science, Southern Utah University
M.Ed. in Physical Education and Recreation, Utah State University
Experience:
Athletic Performance Coach at the University of Miami (FL). Previous experience at the University of Houston, University of Pittsburgh, & Racing Louisville FC (NWSL). Functional Range Conditioning Specialist.
Hobbies:
Going to the beach, running with her dog, skiing, and finding “foodie” place to eat at everywhere she goes.
Follow Bri on Social:
IG: @coachbribrown
Twitter: @Briannebrown10
Coach Tyler Janota
Hometown:
Goliad, Texas
Education:
B.S. in Exercise Science, Northwestern College
M.S. in Sports Administration, Belmont University
Experience:
Collegiate football athlete and current Head of Men’s Basketball Performance at Northern Kentucky University. Coaching experience at Baylor University, Belmont University, Lamar University, University of Texas, & ETSU. 2022 Top 50 Most Impactful strength coaches, 3 NBA 1st Round picks (2 Top Ten), and 10 International professional athletes.
Hobbies:
Cooking, hiking the outdoors, and traveling to new places
Follow Tyler on Social:
IG: @tylerjanota_
Twitter: @coachjanota
Coach Whitney Fleming
Hometown:
New Baltimore, Michigan
Education:
B.S. in Exercise Science, Saginaw Valley State University
M.P.H. in Public Health, Saginaw Valley State University
Experience:
Collegiate soccer athlete and current S&C Coach at the University of Michigan. Previously coached at Saginaw Valley State University. Has worked extensively with softball, swimming & diving, tennis, and soccer athletes, coaching 15 D-II All-Americans and 4 National Champions.
Hobbies:
Playing soccer and spikeball, enjoying boat days on the lake, and taking her dog on hikes
Follow Whitney on Social:
IG: @fleming_whitney
Twitter:
@fleming_whitney
Coach John Grundy
Hometown:
Abington, Pennsylvania
Education:
B.A. in Sport and Exercise Studies, Randolph College
M.S. in Exercise Science in Strength and Conditioning, George Washington University
Experience:
Assistant Director of Athletic Performance for University of Missouri. Previous coaching experience at University of Memphis , Marymount, and George Washington University. Has worked with baseball, tennis, soccer, rifle, and sprinters. 7 years at YMCA as a personal trainer and Senior Program Director over Fitness.
Hobbies:
Hiking, spending time with his wife and two daughters, and watching Philadelphia sports
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IG: @JohnGrundy16
Coach Joe Murray
Hometown:
Davis, California
Education:
B.A. in Political Science, Loyola Marymount University
M.S. in Exercise Science, California University of Pennsylvania
Experience:
S&C Coach at the University of Washington, working with baseball, tennis, and golf. Previous experience with the Seattle Mariners, TCU, and in the private sector with the general population. Has coached professional baseball, golf, MMA and tennis athletes.
Hobbies:
Working hard to be “less bad at golf”, enjoys the out outdoors, and an avid baseball enthusiast
Follow Joe on Social:
IG: @jmur4
Twitter: @joemurray43
Coach Nic Higgins
Hometown:
St. Charles, Illinois
Education:
B.S. in Kinesiology, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
M.S. in Exercise Science and Health Promotion, University of California Pennsylvania
Experience:
Current Director of Athletic Performance the University of Memphis. Coached at Univ. of Washington, DePaul, and Univ. of Texas. Through his career he has contributed to the success of NCAA National Champions and Olympians, including 25 All-Americans and 50 Conference Champions. Has worked extensively with rowing, basketball, softball, soccer, and track and field.
Hobbies:
Traveling, live music, supporting his Chicago teams through the good and the bad. Spending time with his family in Memphis, TN.
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IG: @nic.higgins
Coach Cindy Engle
Hometown:
Columbus, Ohio
Education:
B.A. in Kinesiology, California Baptist University
M.S. in Kinesiology, California Baptist University
Experience:
Program Coordinator for Fitness at UNLV. Designs and leads university wellness programs focused on healthy habits, injury prevention, and longevity. Previously coached at UCLA Women’s Basketball, helping coach 3 WNBA draft picks.
Hobbies:
Working out, being outdoors, going to Las Vegas Aces games, reading, and spending time with her wife
Follow Cindy on Social:
IG: @coachcindye
Coach Seamus Glennon
Hometown:
Haddonfield, NJ
Education:
B.S. in Exercise Science, Temple University
M.Ed. in Sports Leadership, VCU
Experience:
Director of Performance at Valparaiso University. Has worked with 8 NFL Draft picks and 12 professional basketball players. Previous coaching experience with Clemson Football and Temple University Athletics. Worked at a private physical therapy clinic and played Rugby at Temple.
Hobbies:
Playing disc golf, going out to trivia night, and hanging by the pool
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IG: @seamglennon
Coach Santiago Perez
Hometown:
Asuncion, Paraguay
Education:
B.S. in Health and Human Performance, Fort Hays State
M.S. in Kinesiology, Midwestern State University, MS
Experience:
Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Washington for Men’s Soccer (2021 NCAA Runner-up) and Track & Field. Has coached All-Americans, NCAA champions, and World Championship qualifiers. Has also worked with Volleyball, Tennis, Rugby, Swimming, and Rowing, and spent many years working with youth athletes.
Hobbies:
Hiking, kayaking, and all things outdoors. Watching movies, going to concerts, grilling, and hanging with his dog, Summit.
Follow Santiago on Social:
IG: @santiperezbac
Coach Alfa Kaba
Hometown:
Evanston, Illinois
Education:
B.S. in Multidisciplinary Studies, West Virginia
M.A. in Sports Administration, Northwestern University
Experience:
Former football player who has coached a wide range of athletes, including NFL’s Arthur Maulet. Has coached high-profile musicians such as a Chance The Rapper and Vic Mensa, along with Coinbase co-founder Fred Ehrsam.
Hobbies:
Enjoys training, coaching, running, and going to concerts, art shows, galleries, and film.
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Twitter: @Alfa.Kaba
Coach Mike Hanson
Hometown:
Rochester, Minnesota
Education:
B.S. in Exercise Science, University of Minnesota
M.Ed. in Exercise Science, University of Minnesota
Experience:
Athletic Performance Coach at the University of Texas. Previous experience at the University of Minnesota, University of Michigan, U.S. Olympic Training Center, & a private hockey training facility in Twin Cities. Has coached multiple Olympians, NCAA champions, and NHL players.
Hobbies:
Enjoys hiking with his dog Riley, playing spikeball, pickleball, and tennis. Also enjoys watching sports and playing chess
Follow Mike on Social:
Twitter: @MikeHanson_