CourtneyAdams

Position: Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

More Information

Works directly with Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Swim

Professional Experience

Adams joined the University of Kentucky in November of 2023 and serves as the strength & conditioning coach working directly with both men’s and women’s soccer programs, as well as the swim programs. She came to UK after serving as the Assistant Director of Sports Performance at Bryant University. Prior to Bryant, she completed a graduate assistantship at Virginia Tech, where she worked with a variety of their Olympic sports teams including baseball, women’s soccer, and cheer and dance (2021-2023). Before arriving at Virginia Tech, Adams served as the Director of Strength and Conditioning at her alma mater, Bridgewater College (2018-2021).

Personal Information
Masters of Agricultural and Life Sciences (Applied Nutrition and Physical Activity) at Virginia Tech. Earned her bachelor’s degree in biology, as well as Health and Exercise Science (2018) from Bridgewater College.

Certifications

1. Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC), Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
2. Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
3. United States of America Weightlifting Level 1 (USAW LVL 1)