Academic background
- Ph.D. in Leadership in Health and Human Performance, Concordia University (currently enrolled)
- M.Ed. in Sport Leadership, Virginia Commonwealth University
- B.S.Ed. in Health and Physical Education, George Mason University
Certifications
- Virginia Department of Education Teaching License, Health & Physical Education (PreK-12)
- Pennsylvania Department of Education, Teaching License, Health & Physical Education (PreK-12)
- IAAF/USA Track & Field Elite Coach Level 5/ Level 3, Sprints/Hurdles
- USA Track & Field Level 2, Sprints/Hurdles/Relays, Youth Specialization
- USA Track & Field Level 2, Youth Specialization
- USA Track & Field Level 1
- NIAAA Registered Athletic Administrator
Teaching experience
- West Chester University (WCU) – Health & Physical Education – State Student-Teacher Practicum Supervisor
- Virginia Union University (VUU) – Adjunct Faculty – Physical Education; Health
- Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) – Sport Leadership Graduate Teaching/Research Assistant
- Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) – Health & Physical Education Teacher
Research focus
-
Self-efficacy and coaching; women’s career intentions in NCAA sport coaching
Selected peer review publications and presentations
- LeCrom, C. W., & Ferry, M. (2018). The United States government’s role in sport diplomacy. In Esherick, C., Baker, R. E., Jackson, S., & Sam, M. [eds.], Case Studies in Sport Diplomacy. Morgantown, WV: FIT Publishing.
- Ferry, M. (2016). An Analysis of Professional Niche Sport Sponsorship Objectives and Perceived Performance in Achieving Sponsor Objectives. NASSM Conference, North American Society for Sport Management; Orlando, FL.
- Ferry, M. (2016). How NCAA Athletes’ Perceptions of Women Effect Gender Equality in Coaching. College Athletes’ Rights and Empowerment Conference. Drexel University; Philadelphia, PA.
Selected presentations and speaking engagements
- Ferry, M. (2021). Rome Wasn't Built in a Day: Navigating Challenging Environments. USTFCCA Convention, US Track and Field, Cross Country Coaches Association; Orlando, FL.
- Ferry, M., Davis, J., McKenzie, A., Gilliard, C.,& Monago, T.(2020). Let’s Talk: Overcoming Racism and Bias in Athletics. US Elite International Scholarship & Athletic Convention Virtual Series; Largo, MD.
- Ferry, M. (2019). Beyond the Handbook: The Tough Situations and Conversations We Face Annually. USTFCCCA Convention, US Track and Field, Cross Country Coaches Association; Orlando, FL.
- Ferry, M., & Merrill, M. (2016). What Did She Say? Stereotype Threat and Female Communication Styles. NACWAA Rally, National Association of Collegiate Women Athletic Administrators; St. Louis, MO.
- Ferry, M. (2016). Status of Women in Coaching in the US. Southern District Convention, SHAPE America; Williamsburg, VA.
- Ferry, M. (2015). Status of Women in Coaching in the US. United States Coaching Education Coalition National Coaching Conference. Morgantown, WV.
- Ferry, M. (2015). Status of Women in Coaching in the US. United States Coaching Education Coalition National Coaching Conference. Morgantown, WV.
- Ferry, M. (2014). Status of Women in Coaching in the US. United States Coaching Education Coalition National Coaching Conference. Morgantown, WV.
- Ferry, M. (2014). Status of Women in Coaching in the US. Delaware Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention. Dover, DE.
Coaching awards and selections
- USATF Terry Crawford Distinguished Female in Coaching Award
- USATF Emerging Elite Coaches Camp (Sprints) – Selected
- CIAA Men’s Coach of the Year (Cross Country)
- NCAA/Women Leaders Division II Governance Academy – Selected
- NCAA Women Coaches Academy – Selected
Sport committee leadership and service
- NCAA Division II Track + Field Committee
- NCAA Division II Executive Committee
- NCAA Division II Hall of Fame Committee
- USTFCCCA Women in Coaching Executive Committee
- USTFCCCA Female Coaching Mentorship Program (FCMP) Mentor
- CIAA Coaches Association President & Vice President
- USATF Coaching Education Instructor
- VHSL Coaching Education Committee
Head coaching experience
- Head Men’s & Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country Coach, West Chester University
- 2023 NCAA Champion: Men’s Shot Put; 4 x NCAA All-Americans
- 3 x NCAA Atlantic Region Field Athlete of the Year (2023 Men Indoor/Outdoor; 2022 Women Indoor)
- 21 x USTFCCCA NCAA All-Region (11-Women, 10-Men); 6 x PSAC Champions (Indvl); 18 x All-Conference honors
- 17 x School Records
- 2023 USTFCCCA Division II Scholar-Athlete of the Year; 2022 Women’s 2nd highest GPA in the US (3.71): 2022
- USTFCCCA All-Academic (Track - Women): 2022, 2023; (Cross Country – Women): 2021, 2022, (XC – Men) 2021, 2022); (Track – Men: 2023)
- PSAC Highest GPA Award (Track): Outdoor 2022
- Head Men’s & Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country Coach, Virginia Union University
- 2019 CIAA Champions (Men – XC); 2018 USA Indoor Championship Qualifier (60m); NCAA All-American (60m)
- NCAA Atlantic Men’s Region Athlete of the Year; 2 x CIAA Athletes of the Year (Men’s Indoor, Men’s XC)
- 20 USTFCCCA All-Region Honors – 19 x Men’s Sprints/Jumps; 1 x Women’s Hurdles
- 19 CIAA Champions (Men - Individual)
- 65 All-Conference CIAA honors (62 - Men; 3 - Women)
- 31 school records: (24 men; 7 women)
- USTFCCCA All-Academic (Track - Women): 2020, 2019, 2018; (Track -Men): 2020, 2019, (XC – Men: 2019)
- CIAA Highest GPA Award (Track -Women): Outdoor 2020, 2018; Indoor 2020; (Cross Country - Women): 2017
- CIAA Highest GPA Award (Track – Men): Outdoor 2017, 2019; Indoor 2017, 2019
- Head Girls’ Track & Field Coach, Mount Vernon High School
- USATF Youth Indoor National Champion (55mH; Long Jump)
- AAU Indoor National Champion (200m, 400, 800m)
- 20 National Championship Qualifying Performances, 11 All-State, 16 State Medalist Performances