Cherie Swarthout

After serving in a variety of capacities for more than ten years within Queens’ Athletic Department, Cherie Swarthout was promoted to director of athletics in May of 2016. In her current role, she leads a team of coaches, sports performance professionals, and administrators who are responsible for the 30 NCAA DII teams fielded by the Royals. Sports information, community partnerships, and the management of all athletic facilities also fall under Swarthout’s oversight. She has been engaged in community leadership roles throughout her tenure at Queens, including board positions with the Charlotte Business Guild, Michigan State Alumni National Board, Girls On The Run, and Myers Park Baptist Through The Week School. Currently she serves as a deacon at Myers Park Baptist Church. Swarthout holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education and health from Michigan State University where she was a stand-out basketball player. She has two master degrees, one from Illinois State University in sports psychology and athletic administration; and a second from Queens in organizational development. Additionally, Swarthout holds an executive coaching certificate from Queens. Swarthout has two daughters, Mattison and Zuri.