As a youngster he played
for Crewe Alexandra F.C and Lincoln City Academy as well as North Lincolnshire
College in the British Colleges and Universities League. After moving to the states Garner played for
Rochester College where he served as Captain and earned All-American USCAA
honors. Kevin's education includes English FA: Fitness for Football, Sports
Leadership Certification, NVQ Level 1 Sports Safety and Coaching Techniques,
BBA Sports Management and FA Psychology in Soccer Level 1.
Kevin is the former
Head Men’s Coach at Rochester College and led the Warriors to their best ever
record of 12-3-2 in 2013. He also led the MFC U18 Girls team to a state
championship in 2013 as well as reaching the USL U-20 National final. Garner
also led the MFC girls team to the USYSA Region 2 semi final in 2012 and 2013
getting knocked out both times by the eventual National Champions. He worked for several years with the Michigan
ODP program heading up a number of different age groups, as well as working on
the Region 2 Staff.
Kevin and his wife, Leah, have three sons: Liam, Joey and Matthew.
Coaching Qualifications:
USSF National ‘A’ Coaching License
NSCAA Premier Diploma
Roles with Force:
Director of Coaching
Staff Coach
e-mail Kevin
Cell: 248-495-1017