Phone: 205-581-5538

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Degrees and Certifications:

Master’s Degree in Recreation and Sports with the emphasis in Coaching Education, Ohio University Bachelor of Science in Athletic Administration and Coaching, Athletic Training, Biology/General Science , The University of Southern Mississippi

Mark C. Kniphfer

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share some background about my professional and personal life as we work together to support our students and community.
I am Mark C. Kniphfer, also known as Coach K, and I currently serve as the Athletic Director, Head Baseball Coach, and a member of the school budget committee here at Tarrant High School. Additionally, I teach Biology, Physical Science, and life lessons that I hope will inspire our students to strive for excellence. Teaching is more than a profession for me; it’s a passion. I firmly believe that when students learn, they gain knowledge, and as the saying goes, "Knowledge is Power."
I am a proud father of three amazing children: Taylor, Parker, and Hannah. In my free time, I enjoy teaching, coaching baseball, drinking coffee, woodworking, and spending time with my Ole English Bulldog, Cooper. I am also an avid New York Yankees fan and a lifelong baseball enthusiast.
Academically, I hold a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Administration and Coaching, Athletic Training, and Biology/General Science from the University of Southern Mississippi. I also earned a Master’s Degree in Recreation and Sports with an emphasis on Coaching Education from Ohio University. These experiences have shaped my commitment to fostering a positive and dynamic learning environment for our students.
I am excited to be part of this team and look forward to collaborating with each of you to make this school year successful for our students. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, need support, or simply want to chat about baseball!