OXFORD, Ohio—Becoming just the third person to guide Miami University's varsity synchronized skating program, Katey Nyquist has been named the RedHawks' head coach, Director of Athletics David Sayler announced Friday, March 29.
"I am thrilled to welcome Katey to the Miami Athletics family as the next head coach of Miami University Synchronized Skating to lead this extremely successful program," said Director of Athletics David Sayler. "Katey's competitive and professional background aligns with our mission to Graduate Champions. I look forward to watching her not only continue the success that is the hallmark of this program and the legacy of those who came before but to watch her push the boundaries to see how much further it can go."
"I am so honored and excited to be the next head coach of Miami University Synchronized Skating Teams," said Nyquist. "I want to thank Director of Athletics David Sayler, Lindsay Sparks, and the Miami Athletics administration for this opportunity. I look forward to working with the student-athletes, coaches, and support team to further their competitive legacy and to implement my vision for the senior and collegiate teams.
"It is a lifelong dream of mine to lead a program of this caliber, and I would not be in this position without the support and guidance of my family and friends," continued Nyquist. "I am grateful to have learned from so many amazing coaches and teammates throughout my competitive skating career. They have continuously inspired and mentored me. I'm looking forward to being on campus, and can't wait to get the new season started!"
Nyquist brings a variety of coaching experience to the position, most recently serving as a head coach within the Denver Synchronicity organization, as well as the assistant director of its skating academy. Nyquist worked with Denver Synchronicity teams to add choreography and components to their programs. She also created and executed a comprehensive skills and drills program for all levels within the organization. In addition to skating for the Haydenettes, Nyquist served as an assistant coach for Hayden Synchro's developmental teams for two years. She has been a private coach for students of all ages and levels, helping to foster a passion for skating.
A decorated skater in her own right, Nyquist was a five-time national champion, World Team member, and 2016 World bronze medalist while skating at the senior level with the Haydenettes Synchronized Skating Team from 2015-2020. She is a USFS Triple Gold Medalist in Moves in the Field, Freestyle, and Ice Dance. Nyquist also skated one season with the Lexettes, earning a national silver medal and earning a spot in the Junior World Championships. She has been involved in synchronized skating since a young age and was part of Denver Synchronicity's intermediate, junior, and senior teams before her time with the Hayden Synchro organization.
Additionally, she was a U.S. Figure Skating DREAM Skater during her competitive career and has been a member of its Giving Programs Committee since 2020.
Nyquist earned a bachelor's degree in information design and corporate communications from Bentley University in 2018. She also earned a teaching residency certification from the Public Education and Business Coalition in Denver, Colo., in 2022 where she earned Resident of the Year distinction. Nyquist served as a resident teacher and support teacher at Graland Country Day School in Denver from 2021-2024.
