2009-10 Men's Bowling Coaches
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Brian Swanson - Head Coach - 1st Season

Swanson will be entering his first head coaching position with the men's and women's bowling programs while resuming his duties as assistant baseball coach. He also serves as AU's Intramurals Director on campus.

A native of Aniwa, Wis., and a graduate of Antigo High School, Swanson started his collegiate playing career as a first baseman and right-handed pitcher for Madison Tech, where he went on to be part off a team that would make back-to-back NJCAA Div. II regional appearances (2001-03). The 2001-02 team finished its season with an appearance in the super regionals.

Swanson was named Madison Tech's Male Athlete of the Year at the conclusion of the 2002-03 campaign. Upon completion of his associate's degree from Madison Tech, Swanson transferred to Lakeland College where he played under the guidance of current Ashford Head Coach John Govek. Swanson then finished his collegiate career as a student-assistant coach under Govek.

Swanson assists the Saints by spending a majority of his time working on hitting and with the infielders. He is currently working towards his master's degree in Organizational Management. Swanson currently resides in Clinton, Iowa.

The Swanson File

  • Assistant Baseball Coach - Lakeland College (2005-06)
  • Graduate Assistant Baseball Coach - Ashford University (2007-09)
  • Assistant Baseball Coach - Ashford University (2009-Present)
  • Head Men's and Women's Bowling Coach - Ashford University (2009-Present)
 
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Kenny Garvey - Student Assistant - 1st Season

Garvey officially joins the inaugural season for the Ashford men's and women's bowling program as an assistant coach, working in conjunction with Head Coach Brian Swanson. He also used to be on the Saints' baseball team for a season, playing both pitcher and outfield.

Garvey is an accomplished bowler on the local scene, with over 18 years of experience on the lanes. His father, Jay, owns Imperial Lanes in Camanche. Kenny bowled on the Clinton High School team and graduated as a River King in 2006.

Garvey has thrown seven perfect games of 300 and one series of 800 in his amateur career. He has made his name for himself as he's grown up around the area, competing with success in many city tournaments and leagues.

Garvey's sister, Taylor, bowls collegiately for St. Ambrose University

Garvey is currently working towards his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports and Recreation Management from Ashford University and is on pace to graduate in May. He currently resides in Clinton.

The Garvey File

  • Volunteer Coach - Camanche Junior Bowling Leagues (2008-Present)
  • Student Assistant Bowling Coach - Ashford University (2009-Present)