Caitlin Ryan - Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Development - Staff Directory

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Caitlin Ryan

Title:
Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Development
Email:
Phone:
(865) 974-1250

Caitlin Ryan joined Tennessee Athletics in August 2011 and currently serves as the assistant director of student-athlete development. In her role, Ryan oversees the VOLeaders Academy, provides support for international student-athletes, coordinates community involvement initiatives and leads the Lady Vol Summitt.

She also teaches Counselor Education 212, contributing to the academic and personal development of student-athletes.

Prior to the fall of 2019, Ryan served as an academic counselor, working with football, swimming and diving, men’s golf and softball. Her experience in those roles has contributed to a well-rounded approach to student-athlete support and development.

Originally from Knoxville, Ryan earned her master’s degree in kinesiology with a concentration in sport psychology and motor behavior from the University of Tennessee, where she also was a member of the softball program.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ryan is a freelance photographer, an outdoor enthusiast and an avid world traveler, having visited nearly 25 countries.