Ryan Kolb

Director of Operations | Track & Field & Cross Country

Ryan Kolb ("Coach K") is a proud alumnus of Detroit Catholic Central High School (Class of 1997), where he competed in both baseball and basketball. He brings extensive leadership experience to the Shamrocks running programs, drawing on a background that includes four years of CYO basketball coaching and serving as an assistant coach for the CC Track team.

In addition to his dedication to athletics, Ryan is an accomplished business owner managing a company with over 200 employees, specializing in leadership and organizational management.

Coaching Philosophy & Vision

Coach K believes in a "team-first" culture built on daily execution, discipline, and accountability. He leads with the core principles:

• "You are only as strong as your weakest link."

• "Team first above all else."

• "Tomorrow never comes, it’s always Today. Make it Count!"

Family & CC Connection

Ryan has been married to his wife for 22 years and is the proud father of triplets who carry on the local athletic tradition. His son, George, is a senior sprinter on the Catholic Central Track & Field team, and his daughters, Emery and Lainey, attend Mercy High School.