Kirsten Burrall joined the William Smith Swimming and Diving team as an assistant coach prior to the start of the 2008-09 season. In January of 2011, she joined the Herons full-time as one of the department's secretaries, in addition to her coaching duties.
As a student at Hartwick College, Burrall competed for the Hawks’ swimming team and was an NCAA Championship qualifier. She graduated in 1991 with a bachelor’s degree with honors in fine arts. Burrall is currently pursuing a master’s degree in education from Elmira College.
A life-long swimmer, Burrall has remained active in athletics, participating in the Finger Lakes Triathlon and volunteering with the Musselman Triathlon.
Burrall brings a broad spectrum of coaching and teaching experience to William Smith. She has taught art, health, kayaking, and Spanish as well as providing private swim lessons over the years. She taught AP Art History at Notre Dame High School in Elmira for five years while simultaneously launching her own business, Terrapin Outfitters, in Watkins Glen.
In addition to working with the Herons, Burrall is also a member of the faculty at the St. Peter’s Community Arts Academy in Geneva.
