Jacob grew up in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he earned his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology, and Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Jacob is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of Dairyland Sports, owner of Adapt Physical Therapy & Fitness, and business entrepreneur with JRG Ventures. Jacob believes strongly in advocating and supporting people with disabilities in the community setting through enhancing opportunity & access to sport, fitness, wellness, & recreational services. Jacob cherishes his role as husband and father most of all, and enjoys spending time in the great outdoors hiking, biking, and soaking up the sun in the cherished summer months in Wisconsin with his family.

Deb has been with part of Dairyland Sports family since the inaugural Dairyland Games in 2016. She works closely with local, regional and national groups to help with the planning of the annual Dairyland Games as well as to promote Dairyland Sports’ mission which is to spread awareness through education, programming and inclusion of adaptive sports in Wisconsin and beyond. Deb brings with her 30 years of experience in athletics and sports medicine/rehabilitation, both personally and professionally. Deb currently works as a Licensed Athletic Trainer for SSM Health in Madison, WI. In addition to her time with Dairyland Sports, Deb has traveled both locally and internationally as a coach/medical staff for Paralympic and Adaptive Sports teams. She is currently part of the Team USA Medical Staff for the 2021 Paralympic Games. Deb resides in the Madison area with her husband and family. She enjoys time with her family and friends, flipping houses with her husband, outdoor adventures and traveling.

Stephanie came to Dairyland Sports through long-time friends active in the adaptive sports community. She holds an MBA from the University St. Thomas, but her real skill is knowing more about QuickBooks than she cares to admit. Stephanie has lent her expertise to several nonprofits in the Twin Cities and Madison, Wisconsin areas – usually as board treasurer, always as advocate for the people served by the organizations.

She and her husband, Brad, founded an independent life insurance agency in 2020, though is now retired from the life insurance industry. When not volunteering, she can usually be found waiting for her three adult children to reply to her texts and performing improv comedy in the Madison area.

Jenna has been involved with Dairyland Sports since 2021, serving primarily as the Director of Education and Volunteer Coordinator. Jenna graduated from UW–Madison with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology in 2019 and went on to earn her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2022. She enjoys her work as a Physical Therapist in the Milwaukee area, specializing in treating individuals with neurological conditions.

In addition to their clinical work, Jenna is a National Medical Classifier for para swimming, which aligns with her values and goals to support fairness in competition for athletes with disabilities. Most importantly, she remains passionate about making sure everyone, regardless of ability or experience, has the chance to be active and experience the benefits of sport.

Brandon hails originally from Eau Claire, Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse in 2011 with a degree in Sports Management and a minor in coaching. He is the Account Manager for the Madison Area Sports Commission that helped bring the Adaptive Sports USA Junior Nationals to Madison and ultimately helped form Dairyland Sports and the annual Dairyland Games. Brandon is passionate about adaptive sports and currently lives in Windsor, Wisconsin with his wife, Kelsey and daughter, Everly.

Austin is an ACSM/NCHPAD Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer and works with people of all abilities who are pursuing their athletic and fitness goals. He also works as a Rehabilitation Technician at the UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital. Austin received his Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology along with a certificate in Promoting Activity for Diverse Abilities from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After learning about the many barriers to physical activity for people with disabilities, Austin was drawn to join Dairyland Sports in their mission to create, promote, and advocate for adaptive sports in Wisconsin and the greater Midwest.

Mykenzie is currently a Physical Education teacher in the Middleton Cross Plains Area School District. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Physical Education from UW La Crosse in May of 2022 and her Master's degree in Adapted Physical Education from Texas Woman’s University in August of 2023. Her professional journey encompasses diverse experiences, including motor development programs, para sport events in Texas and Wisconsin and active involvement in Special Olympics. Mykenzie is committed to fostering physical well-being and inclusivity in athletics, she is passionate about shaping healthy futures for all athletes and students that she crosses paths with.

An enthusiastic and driven advocate for inclusive athletics, Mykenzie serves as the Programming Assistant for Dairyland Sports, joining the team in 2023. She additionally remains involved in coaching and supporting a variety of adaptive sports programs and camps, including Miracle League, Camp Abilities, and Special Olympics.

In addition to programming support, Mykenzie plays a key role in managing Dairyland Sports’ social media presence, helping share the impact and stories of the community. Always eager to grow, Mykenzie continuously seeks to learn from the experiences adaptive sports provide, both on and off the field.