Kent State University
ACHA M1 • CHMA
Date: March 1, 2026
Would Recommend
I played for Kyle, and I can honestly say she was not only a terrible coach but also an incredibly harmful person to be around. She consistently put players down instead of building them up. Rather than supporting young girls who were clearly struggling, she seemed to take pride in breaking their confidence. The mental games and bullying went far beyond field hockey. During my time on the team, I watched close friends become severely depressed, anxious, and even suicidal as a result of her ongoing behavior. Many girls felt they had no choice but to transfer schools or quit the sport entirely just to protect their mental health. No athlete should ever feel that way because of a coach. Her impact was deeply damaging. I worked with a therapist for years. No one in a position of authority over young athletes should cause that kind of harm. She should not be allowed to coach, teach, or work with young girls ever again.