Head Athletics Trainer
Jeff Kinard

Jeff Kinard joined the UAH athletics staff in the fall of 1994. He is also in charge of strength and conditioning for the Chargers. In addition, Kinard serves as an instructor in the Physical Education Department, teaching beginning and advanced sports medicine, first aid/CPR, and Speed Training/Plyometric classes. He also works with the UAB Medical School Family Practice Residency Program helping with residents and fellows training in sports medicine.

When he is not buried in sports medicine, Kinard has proven to be quite the contractor. He has assisted with several construction and renovation projects in and around the UAH Athletics facilities.

Kinard was born in Queens, NY, but grew up in Fruit Heights, UT, a suburb north of Salt Lake City. He was a standout on the Davis High (Kaysville, UT) football, basketball, and track teams. He won All-State honors in track and football. Kinard was certified as an athletic trainer upon graduation from Brigham Young University in 1994. Shortly after graduation, Kinard earned his certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. In 1997, he earned a master degree in Public Health. Kinard's experience as a trainer includes little leagues, junior and senior high schools, college/university and professional athletics, serving as an intern for the Dallas Cowboys Football Club (Summer, '93). He has also worked each of the past nine summers as part of a wellness team with the NFL Referees Association.

Kinard and his wife Jennifer are the proud parents of three children, Bailey, Kelly, and Jonathon.