Byron Knox has been named as the head gymnastics’ coach at University of Bridgeport today, announced Jay Moran, director of athletics. “We are very excited that coach Knox will be joining our staff,” said Moran. “We feel that his past experiences have prepared him to be successful here at UB.”
Knox brings a wealth of experience to the program. Last season, he was assistant men’s gymnastics coach at Southern Connecticut State University. Prior to his stint at Southern, Knox was an assistant at Yale University for their women’s gymnastics program. In addition to coaching at the college level, Knox is also the Director and Head Coach at CATS Gymnastics in Cheshire, CT. He has helped pave the way for some 56 gymnasts to receive full scholarships at the collegiate level. Knox is also a former USA Women’s National Team Coach. He has also coached several National team members. He also trained Miss USA fitness champion, Minna Lessig, in 1997.
Knox is a graduate of Southern Connecticut State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communications.