Cheer Coaches

Caley Lynch brings a wealth of experience in dance, cheer, and fitness to her role as Head Coach of the TN Heat Cheer Squad. With nearly two decades of experience leading group fitness classes and choreographing high-energy routines, she is known for her ability to inspire excellence, teamwork, and confidence among athletes.

A certified personal trainer and former Fitness Director at the YMCA, Caley combines strong leadership with a deep understanding of exercise science and performance training. Beyond her professional background, she has served faithfully in her church for many years, mentoring youth and leading in various ministries alongside her husband. These experiences have shaped her heart for guiding young people not only in skill and discipline but also in faith and character.

Having previously served as Assistant Coach for TN Heat, Caley played an integral role in athlete development and choreography for both field and stage performances. Her creativity, dedication, and genuine love for the team have made a lasting impact on the program.

Now stepping into her new role, Caley feels called by God to lead this next generation of athletes. She looks forward to seeing His purpose unfold through every practice, performance, and prayer building strength, unity, and confidence in this amazing group of young women.

Jessi Kohring is thrilled to join the Tennessee Heat Cheer Squad as an Assistant Coach! With a lifelong passion for cheer, dance, and choreography that began when she was just five years old, Jessi brings both experience and enthusiasm to the team.

After cheering on the sidelines as a proud Heat mom for the past two years, she’s overjoyed to now be coaching alongside her daughter and helping shape the next generation of athletes.

Jessi has been married to her husband, Shelby, for 17 years, and together they have three wonderful children. She homeschools her kids and serves as the Children’s Pastor at her church in Gallatin, TN, where her love for teaching and mentorship shines.

Passionate about helping young people grow in confidence, character, and faith, Jessi is grateful for the warm welcome from the Heat family and can’t wait to pour into this season — both on and off the field! 🔥

Andrea Rial is grateful and excited to continue serving the TN Heat Cheer Squad as an assistant coach. A former high school and college cheerleader, Andrea brings a strong foundation in cheer and gymnastics, along with years of firsthand experience as a dedicated TN Heat cheer mom during her daughter’s time on the squad. Her background gives her a deep understanding of the athletic, technical, and relational aspects that help athletes thrive.

Andrea and her husband, “Coach Wayne,” have been married for 35 years and completed their 20-year homeschooling journey in 2020 with the graduation of their youngest child. Together, they share a passion for reaching and mentoring youth for Christ and count it a blessing to serve side by side through the ministry of the Heat organization.

Angela Hacker joyfully serves as an assistant coach for the TN Heat Cheer Squad, bringing both experience and a heart for encouraging young athletes. A lifelong native of Washington state, she danced and cheered throughout junior high and high school before earning her bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Washington. Her background in performance, leadership, and teamwork shapes the supportive and uplifting way she coaches today.

Angela, her husband, Scott, and their three children relocated to Tennessee in 2022 and are grateful God led them to the Heat community—a place that has brought their family friendship, purpose, and countless blessings. She considers it an honor to give back to an organization that has meant so much to her family and is committed to serving the squad with joy, encouragement, and excellence.