Kaite Coerse is an Associate Athletic Trainer at Coastal Carolina University, where she joined the staff in 2023. In this role, she provides comprehensive athletic training services for the Indoor and Beach Volleyball teams.
Prior to joining Coastal, Kaite served as an Assistant Athletic Trainer and Rehab Coordinator at the University of Akron. There, she worked closely with the Volleyball, Women's Soccer, and Softball teams. Kaite also gained experience as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at American University, where she provided care for the Volleyball, Swimming & Diving, and Cheer & Dance teams. Earlier in her career, Kaite interned as an Athletic Trainer at The Ohio State University, assisting with the men’s volleyball team for two seasons. These formative experiences laid the foundation for her extensive skill set in sports medicine.
A graduate of Virginia Tech, Kaite earned three degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Food, and Exercise, a Bachelor of Science in STEM and Integrated Science, and a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Language with a concentration in Spanish. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Science in Athletic Training from UNC-Greensboro.
Kaite is particularly passionate about concussion management and treatment, having completed extensive training with the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Recovery Program. This specialization reflects her commitment to advancing athlete care through evidence-based practices and cutting-edge treatment modalities.
When she’s not on the court or in the training room, Kaite enjoys running, yoga, being on the water, and spending time with her dog, Kai.
