Education:                                         

• St. Charles Preparatory School (1995)
• Indiana University – B.A. Double Major (1999)
• Capital University Law School – J.D. (2004)

Swimming Experience:   

• St. Charles Prep School – Team MVP (1992-95) & Team Captain (1995)
• Greater Columbus Swim Team (1985-98)
• Ohio state champion (1994) & runner-up (1993-95)
• Indiana University – 4-year letter winner (1996-99) & 2-year Captain (1998-99)
• Junior National (1992-94) & Senior National participant (1995-99)

Coaching Experience:

• 11th year as the Head Coach & National Team coach with the Ohio State Swim Club (2009-).
• Over 20 years of total coaching experience (masters, high school, club).  After graduating from IU in 1999, Kyle coached the Greater Columbus Masters Team. He became an assistant coach with his alma mater, St. Charles, in 2001. The next year, he became the head coach at St. Charles. Kyle continues to coach at St. Charles, although he changed to a volunteer capacity when he became the head coach of the OSSC in 2009. Kyle was the GCSTO Level 4-Elite coach from 2006-09 before he began coaching with the OSSC.

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• 2019 USA Swimming National Team Coach's Seminar invitee (coach of 2 swimmers ranked top 100 in the World Rankings).
• 2017 ASCA Certificate of Excellence recipient.
• 2016 nominee for ASCA National Age Group Coach of the Year.
• Named the 2006 & 2008 Ohio Men’s High School Swim Coach of the Year, and was voted the 2006, 2007, 2008, & 2009 Central District Men’s Swim Coach of the Year.
• Led St. Charles to a state championship in 2008, along with runner-up finishes in 2006, 2007, and 2009.
• A featured speaker at the 2009 ASCA World Clinic in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
• Under Kyle’s leadership, the OSSC has achieved the following: 2019 World 100 Team (3 swimmers ranked top 100 in the World), 2018 World 100 Team (2 swimmers ranked top 100 in the World), three 2016 Olympic Trials swimmers, Small-Team (2010) & Large-Team (2015-19) 14-and-under State Champions, 15 & over State Champions (2015-19), Sectional Champions (2013-19), NASA Junior National Runner-up (2015), 2016-19 Silver Medal ranking in the Club Excellence Program, Level IV Club Recognition ranking from USA Swimming, and ranked as high as 21st in USA Swimming’s Virtual Club Championships.
• Lives in Worthington with his wife, Jamee, his 12-year-old daughter, Abigail, and his eight-year-old son, Carter.
• Most likely the only swim coach in the world who has also been a deputy sheriff and an attorney.
• Served as the Treasurer for Ohio Swimming (2013-2016) & currently serves as the Technical Planning Chair (2019-).

Why do you love to coach?        

Swimming has always been a huge part of my life. Coaching is my passion! I love to help my swimmers maximize their potential in this wonderful sport. I enjoy watching our swimmers grow and mature, gain confidence, work to achieve their goals, and make lifelong friendships along the way.

Education:                                         

• Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice & Bachelor of Arts in Sociology – Ashland University
• Private Security Certification – Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Commission
• USA Triathlon Level I Certified Coach

Swimming Experience:   

• Midpark High School (3 years) Team Captain
• 4-year letterman for Ashland University
• Specialized in Backstroke

Coaching Experience:

• 9th year coaching with the Ohio State Swim Club.
• Over 14 years of total coaching experience. I began with Ashland University as a volunteer student assistant coach before accepting a position at Wittenberg University as an Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach and then Whitman College as Assistant Coach & Recruiter Coordinator in 2010.
• While at Ashland University, I also helped direct the AU Swim School
• Coached numerous NCAA qualifiers/All Americans & USA Swimming JR National Qualifiers and National Qualifiers

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• I enjoy being outdoors and my favorite part of the country, besides Ohio, is the Pacific Northwest.
• Born in Cleveland, Ohio, and live in New Albany.
• I love Cleveland Sports.
• When I’m not coaching, I can be found training for Triathlons, enjoying the many restaurants in Columbus, watching the Browns (hopefully winning) or being a Swimming Nerd.
• Fun Fact – I qualified for the Coca Cola Jr National Championships in Bowling as a kid.

Why do you love to coach?        

I love coaching, because I enjoy passing on the knowledge I have gained and watching the athletes I coach reach their goals.

Education:

• The Ohio State University (2005-06)
• George Mason University (2007-08)

Swimming Experience:

• Nations Capital Aquatic Club – From age 12 to 18
• The Potomac School High School (McLean, VA) – State Champion 500 free all four years and broke state record sophomore year.  All Metropolitan, All State, and All American honors (First team) as well. 
• Ohio State University (2005-06)
• George Mason University (2007-08)

Coaching Experience:

• Third year as the Platinum head coach & Gold assistant coach with the Ohio State Swim Club
• Seven years of total coaching experience.  First starting with the Gahanna YMCA for four years (2012-2016) in charge of age group. His swimmers broke over 30 team records in addition to getting overall age group high point and league champion awards. 
• Lead age group coach at New Albany Aquatic Club for the 2016-17 season.  His swimmers broke seven individual team records in addition to being Junior Olympic champions and multiple top age group swimmers in Ohio. 

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:

• Swam for five different Olympic level coaches in addition to training with multiple world record holders and Olympians from the United State and other countries.
• Competed in US Open, USA nationals, and USA open water nationals.
• Born in Washington DC. Lives in Gahanna with his cat, Kitty Smalls.
• I stumbled into swimming when I was 10 years old, and I was terrible.  I was king of the pity clap.  However, I stuck with it and through focus, determination, and excellent coaching, I became one of the best distance freestylers on the east coast. 

Why do you love to coach?

I love sharing my knowledge and experiences in this sport with everyone.

Education:                                         

• The Ohio State University - Bachelor of the Arts
• The Ohio State University - Graduate Studies in Arts Policy & Public Administration

Swimming Experience:   

• Swam for 12 years as an age-group and high-school swimmer for Albatross Swim Club, Greater Columbus Swim Team, and Walnut Ridge High School.
• Specialized in breaststroke and backstroke, with state level success as an age-group and junior level swimmer (back when it was called ‘AA’ Championships).

Coaching Experience:

• Fifth year with the Ohio State Swim Club.
• Over 10 years total coaching experience with OSSC, the Dublin Community Swim Team (DCST), and Dublin Dolphins Summer Swim Team.  Coached many state and zone level qualifiers as a coach with both OSSC and the Dublin Sea Dragons.
• Head coach for the Dublin Dolphins summer league team.

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• 2017 nominee for ASCA National Age Group Coach of the Year.
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude from The Ohio State University.
• Selected as a 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019  Ohio Zone Coach.
• Coach Member of American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA).
• Certified Pool Operator  with the National Swimming Pool Foundation (CPO).
• Certified as a MetroParks of Franklin County Park Ranger and as a Professional Whitewater Guide by the National Park Service in the State of West Virginia.
• When I’m not coaching, I can be found training for my next Ironman Triathlon, rock-climbing, mountain biking and/or volunteering with the Central Ohio Mountain Bike Organization (COMBO), and very likely planning my family’s next cross-country travel adventure.
• My wife, Trudy, and I have two children, Lucia and Julian, both of whom are age-group swimmers with the OSSC.
• Also serves as the Ohio Swimming Assistant Coach Chair.

Why do you love to coach?        

I was a swim-team kid when I was growing up and I began coaching when my own children became old enough to join a team.  I didn’t know at the time how fulfilling it would be to re-enter the sport as a coach/mentor/leader and to help all kids realize their athletic potential.  It’s very rewarding and a lot of fun to help swimmers achieve their goals and find their success.  Also, I can’t seem to stay away from water!

Education:        

• Undergraduate degree in psychology from THE Ohio State University                                 

Swimming Experience:   

• Member of The Ohio State varsity swim team (2007-11)
• Varsity Team Captain (2011)
• Big Ten Individual Champion (2011)
• NCAA All American honorable mention
• 5 year Canadian national team member
• 2012 Canadian Olympian

Coaching Experience:

• This is Sam's sixth season with the OSSC! She began her coaching career at the OSSC as an assistant coach to the Platinum group during the 2014-15 season. She is excited to see what her fourth season as the Silver Head Coach will bring! She has also assisted with the Gold and Platinum groups in past seasons.

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts: 

Sam retired from competitive swimming in 2016. She narrowly missed qualifying for the 2016 Canadian Olympic Team. She is a 2012 Olympian who placed fourth in the 800 free relay. You can read more about her Olympic swimming career here and these SwimSwam articles are great.

Why do you love to coach?  

It is amazing to witness and have a part in an athlete’s journey with swimming. I have gained so much from the sport, and it is my goal to help my swimmers have an equally fulfilling experience!

Education:                                         

• Ohio University – B.S. Elementary Education 1-8 (2000)
• The Ohio State University – Masters in Literacy Education (2007)

Swimming Experience:   

• West Geauga High School 1993-1995

Coaching Experience:

• 1st year as the Head Coach of the OSSC Bronze group after serving as an assistant coach for the Novice and Bronze groups last season. Also an assistant Gold coach this season (2018-).
• Over 20 years of total coaching experience (summer rec teams, country club teams, high school, club).  Jodi began her coaching career in high school at a local city pool in the Cleveland area where she coached for several years.  Once graduating from college, she coached a club and high school team and then moved to Columbus where she has coached summer rec teams in Westerville and Delaware, was an assistant for one season with WAC, and also was the head varsity coach for Westerville Central and Olentangy Liberty.  This past summer, she was a part of the Lakes Golf & Country Club coaching staff.

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• Lives in Lewis Center with her husband, Ken, her 11-year-old son, Matthew (who is in our Gold training group), 9-year-old daughter, Natalie (who is in our silver training group), and 7 year old son, Tyler (who is in our Bronze training group).
• A 6th grade science teacher at Hyatts Middle School in the Olentangy School district.
• When not at the pool you most likely could find her on a soccer field as all 3 of her children also play travel soccer.  

Why do you love to coach?        

Being able to see swimmers giving their best and then reaching their goals as a result of their effort at practices is so gratifying. It is so rewarding to be a part of the beginning of young swimmers' journeys because I get to see how they continue to progress. Finally, the OSSC staff are the best of the best and I am so fortunate to be able to work and learn alongside all of them. 

Education:                                         

• Findlay High School (2017)
• The Ohio State University – undergraduate Chemical Engineering major double minoring in Spanish and Humanitarian Engineering

Swimming Experience:   

• Findlay Area Swim Team (10 years)
• Findlay High School - 4 year varsity letterman, 4 year state qualifier in the 100 breaststroke, 2 year All-Ohio athlete, senior captain (2013-2017)
• Club Swimming at Ohio State - 2018 National Champion in the 100 Breaststroke (2017-2019)

Coaching Experience:

• 2^nd year as the Novice Head Coach with the Ohio State Swim Club after serving as a Gold assistant coach two years ago. 
• 1 year coaching as the assistant swim coach for the Canterbury Stingrays summer league team (2017)

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts: 

• I’ve played soccer for 13 years and was a senior captain at Findlay High School
• I have a younger sister named Sarah (who coaches for the MAKOS), a dog named Buster, and a cat named Sparkle
• I am also a part of Engineers Without Borders, H2O Church, and Club Swimming here at Ohio State
• I love finding new coffee places around Columbus in my free time, as well as binging through The Office

Why do you love to coach?        

I coach because I love being around kids and passing along my love for the sport of swimming. Since working with the Novice group, I’ve found that I love going back to the bare basics of the sport and giving them fun twists!

Education:                                         

• Bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University (2018)
• Previously attended the University of Kentucky
• A graduate of St. Francis DeSales High School in Columbus, Ohio

Swimming Experience:   

• OHSAA State Champion – held an All-Time Top 20 ranking in the 50 Freestyle
• Specialized in Sprint Freestyle
• Was a swimmer for the Ohio State Swim Club prior to becoming a coach & is a team record holder
• Swam for the University of Kentucky Wildcats

Coaching Experience:

• 6th year coaching with the Ohio State Swim Club.
• Four years as Head Coach of the Bronze Team. Was previously an Assistant Coach for the Novice Team.  Also an Assistant Coach with the National Team & the Senior Team.
• Was a Co-Head Coach for the St. Francis DeSales Swim Team during the 2014-15 season.

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• Has also served as an Event Tech for the McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion.
• Was previously a lifeguard & swim instructor for the YMCA.
• When Cooper’s not coaching, he can be found spending time with his family; playing volleyball, riding roller coasters, having Star Wars marathons with his friends, and helping former OSSC coach, Russ, with his hot air balloon!

Why do you love to coach?        

Coaching is such a rewarding experience.  Getting to see swimmers make their dreams come true not just in the pool but in life brings me tremendous joy.  Being a coach with the Ohio State Swim Club allows me to not only work with an incredible coaching staff and swimmers every day, but it also gives me the chance to give back to a team that is responsible for creating the person I am today.

Education:                                         

• Mount Vernon Nazarene University – B.A. Business Administration, Marketing, Management (1996)

Coaching Experience:

• 2nd season as an assistant coach with the OSSC Senior training group.
• Over 20 years of total coaching experience.  Prior to joining the OSSC coaching staff, Erin spent 7 years as a head level coach with the Robert K. Fox Family YMCA (LYST) in Lancaster, Ohio. He was directly involved in the coaching of multiple swimmers who have attained Olympic Trials, U.S. Open, Junior National, YMCA National, OHSAA State, Central Zone, Ohio JO and YMCA Zone time standards.

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• Erin has attained his ASCA Level 2 coaching certification and is currently enrolled in the ASCA Level 3 Physiology School.
• He is a successful financial professional with over 20 years of experience in the investment industry, helping individuals and families attain long term financial goals.
• Erin lives in Lancaster, Ohio with his wife Suzanne and their two children, Grace (OSSC Senior Group) and Addyson (OSSC Gold Group).

Why do you love to coach?        

I have always been passionate about coaching and mentoring youth through sports. While achieving a certain time standard might be viewed as a measure of success by an athlete, it is not necessarily the same for a coach. Ultimately, if an athlete carries on a love for swimming as an adult and I have been able to demonstrate and instill in them the attributes of teamwork, perseverance, and hard work, I’ve been successful.

Education:                                         

• Olentangy Liberty High School (2019)
• The Ohio State University- College of Nursing (2023)
   

Swimming Experience:   

• Olentangy Liberty High School Varsity Swim Team- Most outstanding performance (2016), 3 year state qualifier
• USA Swim Team (8 years)
• OSSC National Team Member (2 years)

Coaching Experience:

• First year as a Senior and Bronze assistant coach for the Ohio State Swim Club. 
• 2 years coaching for Kinsale Country Club's summer league swim team 6 & under age group.
• 4 years teaching swim lessons for Kinsale Country Club.

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• My favorite events throughout my swimming career were the 500 freestyle and 200 butterfly
• NHS and honors graduate from OLHS.
• I swam with OSSC my junior year of high school.
• My favorite thing to do is watch Grey's Anatomy or hang out with friends.

Why do you love to coach?        

Since I can remember, swimming has always been such an important part of my life. Coaching gives me an opportunity to give back to the sport that made who I am today. All of my coaches in the past have made such a huge impact on my life and I want to be that person for someone else. 

Education:

• Alzahra University - B.A. Graphic Design (2010)
• Central Michigan University - M.A. Sports Administration (2017)
• The Ohio State University - M.A. Sports Coaching (current)

Swimming Experience:

• Broke national record in 100 m butterfly at age 16 in Iran (2001)
• Two gold medals in the first Iranian Women's Master Swimming Provincial Championships (2012)
• One gold medal and two bronze medals in Championships of Universities and Higher Education's Institutes of the Country hosted by Shahrood University (2009)
• Awarded the Presidential honor tablet from Alzahra University President (2009)
• Two gold medals and one bronze medal in the ninth Cultural and Sports Olympiad of Universities and Establishments of Higher Education of the Country (2008)

Coaching Experience:

• Water Safety Instructor for Enghelab Sports Complex (2013-2014)
• Water Instructor for Central Michigan University (2016)
• Recreation and Wellness intern at the University of Central Florida (2017)
• Assistant Swim Coach at Ohio Northern University (2018-2019)
• Assistant coach at Eagle Aquatics Center (2018)
• Intern & Student Manager at The Ohio State University (2019-current)

Why do you love to Coach?

Nothing makes me happier than being afforded the privilege of teaching my passion to others. It is such a joy to see our young athletes achieve goals they never knew were possible. I believe there is so much untapped potential in each and every athlete, and it is my passion to help them to be fearless to be able to push pass their limits by inspiring, motivating and coaching them with maximum effort and care. I believe that with hard work and consistency, great things can be achieved. Go Bucks!

Education: 

• Graduate from Marion Harding High School (2019) 
• Ohio State University - Integrated History Major 

Swimming Experience: 

•  YMCA Team (2015-2018) 
•  High School Team (2016-2019) 
•  Head Captain (2017-2019) 
•  Division I District Qualifier (2019)

Coaching  Experience: 

•  Founded and coached YMCA developmental team 
•  Coached YMCA summer team 
•  Assistant coach for Grant Middle School Swim Club 

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:   

• Has a twin who also swims and goes to Ohio State. 
• Loves music! Favorite artists include The 1975, Bruce Springsteen, and Chase Atlantic. 
• Studying to become a high school history teacher.
• Member of Ohio State's College Club Swim Team.

Why do you love to coach?

I used to be very shy and tried many different sports and activities before I found my place in the swimming world! It was a hard adjustment at first considering that I used to plug my nose ALL the time but eventually I got over that and became good enough to walk onto the A relays of my high school team! I’m a very empathetic person, I love to use my knowledge and passion for swimming and teaching to help others be comfortable and reach goals!      

Education:                              

• Bishop Watterson High School (1993)
• University of Cincinnati, B.B.A. Double Major (1998)
• Texas A&M University, Mays Business School, M.B.A., 2000 – 2001

Swimming Experience:   

• Westerville Aquatic Club (1982 – 1993)
• Bishop Watterson High School (1991–1993) Team Captain (‘92 / ‘93), Team MVP (‘91 – ’93)
• University of Cincinnati (1993 – 1994)
• Junior National (1992-93) & Senior National participant (1992-93)
• US Masters Swimming (2013–present)

Coaching Experience:

• This will be my 3rd season as an assistant coach with the Ohio State Swim Club
• I have 5 years of total coaching experience
• Bishop Watterson High School – Assistant Swimming Coach (2005 – 2006)
• Private Swim Lessons (2016 – 2017)
• Camp Lohikan Swim Coach/Counselor, Lake Como, PA – 1994

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:                         

• Currently the CFO of a Pet Insurance company (yes that is a real thing).  I am an animal lover and advocate.
• Lives in Upper Arlington with his wife, Jamie, his fourteen-year-old daughter, Peyton, and his ten-year-old daughter, Cameron.
• When Keith is not coaching, he is likely to be at one of his kid’s other sporting events or activities.
• I enjoy DIY home improvement projects.  There is just something about a sense of accomplishment and trying something new.

Why do you love to coach?        

I enjoy partnering with young athletes to help them achieve their goals.  Watching them learn and grow throughout the season is amazing.  I have also learned so much over the years and feel that I offer a unique perspective and have a keen eye for detail that can aide in a young athlete’s journey.

Education:     

• Wapakoneta High School (2014)
• The Ohio State University- BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2017)
• The Ohio State University- Doctor of Pharmacy Class of 2022                                    

Swimming Experience:

• Captain for Wapakoneta High School swim team (4 years)
• State qualifier as high school swimmer
• 2014 WBL champion in the 100 butterfly
• Swam 11 years summer league, 5 years with USA swim club, 10 years YMCA Wahoos, and 4 years Wapakoneta High School

Coaching Experience:

• 5^th year coaching with the Ohio state swim club working with Gold, Silver, Bronze and Novice in the past.
• 4 years with the Wapakoneta Waves summer team

Additional Honors, Activities & Fun Facts:   

• I also work at Riverside Methodist as a pharmacy intern.
• I am the secretary for the OSU student chapter of The College of Psychiatric and Neurologic pharmacists.
• Administrative volunteer for Rock City Church.
• When I’m not at swim practice or studying pharmacy, you can probably find me in Toronto cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs!                      

Why do you love to coach?    

 I coach because of the kids. Seeing them grow and advance is an amazing experience. I love getting to know the kids and seeing their personalities emerge as they get older. I also coach because I love the sport. Coaching keeps me sane and gives me something to think about other than pharmacy!