KSEF coaches and program staff
Good coaching starts with knowing your athlete. Meet the people who help our skiers build skills, find confidence, and enjoy the mountain.
Meet the full KSEF leadership team · Contact Kat, U16 Head Coach · Find your athlete’s coach
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Kylese Markt
A former KSEF athlete, Kylese raced on the Nor-Am circuit and internationally. She holds a master’s degree in sports psychology and completed an internship with the New Zealand Ski Team.
As Athletic Director, she guides athlete development, coaching, conditioning, and mental preparation.
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Dana Keith
Dana brings 15 years of KSEF coaching and program experience to her role as Program Administrator. She helps families with registration, schedules, and the practical details of joining the team.
Away from skiing, she enjoys backpacking, wildlife photography, beekeeping, and her small flower farm.
Coaching experience
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Patrick Traynor
Patrick brings more than 20 years of alpine coaching experience. He is a U.S. Ski & Snowboard Level 300 coach, PSIA-certified instructor, registered dietitian, and certified personal trainer.
He holds degrees from UC Davis, UC Berkeley, and UC Riverside in nutrition, public health, and educational administration. His coaching experience includes KSEF Masters and Kirkwood’s JETS program. Away from skiing, he participates in endurance cycling events.
U14 Coaching Team
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Justeen · U14 Head Coach
Justeen has more than a decade of experience coaching U10–U14 athletes in Tahoe. A former national-level racer, she has worked with the U.S. Ski Team, American Downhiller, and Ganong’s School of Speed.
She combines technical coaching, mental preparation, and team leadership to help athletes grow in confidence.
U12 Coaching Team
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Coach Kendall Northrop – U12 Head Coach
A South Lake Tahoe local, Kendall raced with Heavenly Ski Foundation and competed at the Whistler Cup and U.S. Nationals. She has raced FIS in New Zealand, trained in Europe, and coached younger athletes.
She enjoys personal training, half-marathons, and horseback riding with her son. At KSEF, she helps athletes develop their skiing skills and confidence.
Jr Development Coaching Team
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Coach Alisa Ferrier – Jr. Devo Head Coach
Alisa has more than 30 years in skiing and holds PSIA Alpine Level 2, Children’s Specialist, and U.S. Ski & Snowboard Level 100 certifications. She has coached since college, raised three boys in Tahoe, and worked in healthcare.
Her patient, supportive approach helps young athletes build skiing skills while having fun.