Karen Collins, Ph.D. is the Curriculum Director for CoachSmartNH, and is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of New Hampshire.  Karen’s interests focus on social issues in coaching and coaching education. She was a former collegiate coach at Princeton University, UNH and Dartmouth College. Additionally, Karen has worked as a developmental program administrator for the United States Field Hockey Association (USFHA).  She can be reached by e-mail or by phone at (603) 862-0361.

Gary Bannon is a program associate and NHRPA liaison for CSNH, Recreation Director for the City of Dover, and Chair of the NHRPA Youth Sports Coaches Training Committee.  Gary is a leader locally, statewide, and nationally in community youth sports.  He can be reached by e-mail or by phone at (603) 516-6410.