Founder & Head Coach

KinneCT (pronounced "Connect") was born from a simple belief: athletes flourish when science, skill, and community come together. Coach A has been cheering since she was six years old, later serving as cheer captain at Iowa State University, and today leading athletes as a Head Cheer Coach and Cheer Skills and Technique Coordinator for the Midwest Hawks Community Cheer Program, and as the Competition Cheer Coach for Rich Township High School. She’s guided teams to award-winning seasons, but what drives her is seeing athletes discover what they’re truly capable of.

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Coaching Accolades

• 2025 UYFL Cheer National Championship — 1st Place

• 3× UYFL Midwest Regional Cheer Competition — 1st Place (2023–2025)

• 2025 Midwest Elite Cheer & Dance “Rock The City” Competition — 1st Place

• 2025 ICCA State Qualifier Competition — 2nd Place

• 2024 UYFL Cheer National Championship — 2nd Place

• 2023 Battle for the Crown — 1st Place

• 2022 UYFL Cheer National Championship — 3rd Place

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Coach A holds a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology & Health from Iowa State University and a Master’s in Cellular and Integrative Physiology from Indiana University, giving her a clear understanding of how athletes develop strength, flexibility, and safe technique. The name KinneCT comes from combining Kinesiology with Cheer Training, reflecting her commitment to training that is both effective and informed.​

KinneCT is more than passion work. It is a movement that helps athletes reach new heights together.

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