THIS IS HOW
I GOT HERE
With over 30 years experience,
there is always a story to tell....
Coach Mank, a seasoned coach with 35+ years of experience, is a dedicated professional with a passion for the sport. Her comprehensive training programs, which focus on exercise, sports science, and athletic training, are designed to refine technique, address and overcome mental challenges, and accelerate skill development. With a wealth of knowledge and commitment to the sport, Coach Mank provides her athletes and parents with the tools they need to personally excel.
The Specifics
Education
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Adelphi University, Garden City, NY - M.A. Sports Management and Administration
Fall 1994-Spring 1995
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The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA – BS
Sport and Exercise Science
August 1987-December 1990
Athletic Training, Health Education, Physical Education
Certifications
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First Aid and CPR Spring 2023
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USA Cheer 2019-2023
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AAU Cheer Member 2021
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NYS Temporary Coaching 2021
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USA Gymnastics Member 2018-2020
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NYSPHSAA Official 2015-2020
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AACCA 1993-2020
Areas of Expertise
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Tumbling and Cheer Skills Training
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NYS Cheer Official
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Athletic Training, Certified Sports Medicine Clinic; Stony Brook, Patchogue Medford HS, Holy Trinity HS
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School District Athletic Administration – Masters Certificate
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Marketing Sports Industry
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Physical and Health Education – tenured 2000
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Philanthropic Director
Cheerleading Community Leadership
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Section XI Coaches Association Member 2021-2023
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Suffolk Cheerleading Officials Association President (SCOA) 2015-2022
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New York State Cheerleading Judges Association (NYSCJA) Ethics Committee Member 2015-2022
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New York State Cheerleading Judges Association (NYSCJA) Vice President 2015-2016
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Gatelot Elementary School PTA Homecoming Chair 2010-2015
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Suffolk County Youth Cheerleading Association (SCYCA) Founding Member 2005
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Suffolk County Youth Cheerleading Association (SCYCA) Executive Member and Founding Member 2005-Present
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Long Island Cheerleading Coaches Association (LICCA) Vice President and Safety Liaison 1993-2014
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National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Consultant 1993-2019
Youth Leagues
Worked With
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Brentwood
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Hauppauge
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Sachem Sports Club
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Smithtown
Meet Marissa!
Marissa Fedor
Education:
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University of New England, Biddeford Maine
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Bachelors of Science Early/Middle Education 2023
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Minor in Special Education
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Dean’s list / Kappa Delta Pi National Honor Society
Qualifications:
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College Cheerleading Captain – UNE
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Knowledge of choreography/technique
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First Aid and CPR/AED certification
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Strong background in dance and cheer
Experience:
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Dancing and Tumbling Teacher – Kings Park Dance Center – 2023-2024
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Head Cheerleading Coach – South Portland Community Center – 2022-2023
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Volunteer Cheerleading Coach - Portland Tide – 2021-2022
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Choreographer – University of New England – 2021-2023
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Gymnastics Coach & IGC Choreographer – New Image Gymnastics – 2017-2019
Junior Demonstrators
Lillian Romano- Top
Sachem North Varsity Cheer
Gia Aglialoro- Back Spot
Sachem North Varsity Cheer
Anna Skillman- Back Spot
Sachem east jv Cheer
Emily Fussa- Top
Sachem east jv Cheer
“WE ARE WHAT WE REPEATEDLY DO. EXCELLENCE THEN IS NOT AN ACT BUT A HABIT.”
— Aristotle