Kyle Merithew is the Founder and Director of Loup River Sports Performance, a Christ-centered athletic development organization serving Central Nebraska. With over 12 years of experience coaching softball and additional experience coaching baseball, Kyle is committed to developing athletes who are confident in themselves, disciplined in their preparation, and grounded in faith.

Kyle holds multiple certifications through the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), including Personal Training, Nutrition Coaching, Sports Performance, and Strength & Conditioning. He also specializes in arm care and injury prevention through ArmCareU and is continuing his professional education through Overtime Athletes (OTA) and Chris Barnard’s performance systems.

Throughout his coaching career, Kyle has seen that true athletic growth begins with belief—belief in the work being done, belief in the process, and belief rooted in Christ rather than performance outcomes. This philosophy shapes every program at Loup River Sports Performance, where training extends beyond physical development to include character, accountability, and purpose.

Kyle’s approach emphasizes proper movement mechanics, strength and speed development, arm health, and sustainable performance while fostering an environment of encouragement, discipline, and service. His goal is not simply to produce better athletes, but to help young people develop the confidence, habits, and faith necessary to succeed both in sport and in life.

Kyle’s long-term vision is to build a premier sports performance facility that serves as a hub for athlete development, mentorship, and community impact—keeping opportunity, excellence, and belief rooted in Central Nebraska.