Cincinnati Country Day School Names Michael Kruger Director of Athletics
Following a comprehensive national search, Cincinnati Country Day School has selected Michael Kruger as its next director of athletics to lead the school's full range of athletic programs while advancing the student-centered mission that defines Country Day.
Kruger brings nearly 20 years of experience in independent school leadership, athletics administration, admissions, and coaching. He currently serves as director of athletics at Perkiomen School in Pennsylvania, where he has overseen significant growth in the athletics program, including expanded staffing, enhanced communications and branding efforts, increased opportunities for student-athletes pursuing collegiate athletics, and numerous league and state championships.
"What impressed our search committee most was not simply Mike's record of achievement. Throughout the process, he demonstrated a deep commitment to the educational purpose of athletics," said Rob Zimmerman `98, head of school. "He understands that athletics should challenge students to grow as leaders of character, both on and off the field. His philosophy aligns closely with Country Day's century-old belief that the lessons learned through athletics are essential components of a well-rounded education."
Kruger expressed enthusiasm about joining Country Day and becoming part of the Cincinnati community.
"It was evident from the very beginning of my interview process that Country Day is a special community, and that athletics play a central role in the student experience," said Kruger. "I'm excited to partner with the students, parents, coaches, and the entire school community as we strive for a mission-aligned and transformational student-athlete experience."
Before his role as director of athletics at Perkiomen, Kruger served as associate director of admissions at Kent School in Connecticut. He has also built a distinguished lacrosse coaching career at both the independent school and collegiate levels, including positions at the University of Vermont, Shenandoah University, Washington & Lee University, and Trinity College. Among other accolades, he was named the regional U.S. Lacrosse Coach of the Year during his coaching career.
Kruger and his wife, Sarah, will relocate to Cincinnati this summer with their daughters, Addy and Milly, and their coonhound, Frank.
