Coach is in his 15th season as the RHS Varsity head coach.  He has coached some fine teams over those years.  He is particularly proud of victories over Bullard in 2001 in a 14-4 season and coaching a player into the final three in Valley in 2005.  Kirkland teaches fifth grade in Reedley and plays guitar at local music venues.

Born in The Netherlands, and moved to California with her family in 1991. Started coaching basketball at age 16, and has been teaching and coaching different sports ever since. Fifth year teaching tennis at R.H.S. Also teaches at Reedley College. Loves spending time outdoors with her family and 3 golden retrievers.