our coaches
Boston Comets is a community-focused running club built on strong team culture, support, and development. Our training program is designed to build resilient runners while prioritizing health and well-being through smart mileage, strength work, and recovery. We focus on sustainable progress so every athlete can pursue and achieve their long-term goals—on the roads, trails, and track.
Matt Kerr
Head Coach
Co-founder of the Boston Comets with a lifetime of experience in the sport of running. A multi-time NCAA champion and All-American at the University of Arkansas, multi-year member of Team Canada and NCAA Division I Head Coach, Matt brings deep knowledge and a competitive spirit to every workout.
Jill Kerr
MID-DISTANCE COACH
Co-founder of the Boston Comets with success at every level. A multi-time ACC Champion and All-American, NCAA Division I Assistant Coach and NEPSTA Division II Head Coach, Jill offers innovative workouts that combine speed, power and endurance, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential.
Sarah Anderson
Sprints Coach
Multi-disciplinary sprinter from 100 to 400 with experience in all relays. A Conference Champion in the 400 at Idaho State University, remaining a top-10 record holder in the 200 and 400, both indoors and outdoors. Sarah brings energy and expertise to the Comets sprint program.
Mike Jones
Hurdles/Jumps Coach
New England's premier hurdles and jumps coach, currently guiding the Roxbury Latin jumps crew. Â With an elite basketball career that included Gatorade Player of the Year honors,, University of Maryland and a professional career in Europe, Mike guides his athletes with unparalleled technical expertise.
Rebecca Sullivan
Assistant coach
Current Montrose School Head Coach with a championship pedigree, Rebecca brings a wealth of knowledge across the track and field spectrum, adding depth and expertise to the Comets coaching staff.Â