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GREATER KANSAS CITY

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Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center

Our Staff

The talented, caring team at the Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center is ready to connect you with our many programs and services that focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.

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Matt Eaves, Executive Director

Hometown: Western Kansas

 

Y Start Date: May 2004

 

Certifications: Fort Hays State University Alumnus

 

Hobbies: Outdoor activities including Kayaking, hiking, fishing and traveling.

 

Favorite part of working at the Y: “My favorite parts are the community involvement and leadership, mission of our Y and development of others."

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Sabrah Parsons, Program Director II

AQUATICS

 

Hometown: McPherson, Kansas

 

Y Start Date: With the YMCA of Greater Kansas City for over 12 years, and other Y associations since 1996

 

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time on my hammock, reading and baking with my husband and three children.   

 

Favorite part of working at the Y: "I enjoy being a lifeguard, and instructor for the lifeguards and an instructor for lifeguard instructors. Teaching swimming lessons and the instructors for them brings me great joy. I love being part of our community and helping others find joy in the water."

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Kim Hibdon, Program Director II - Healthy Living

Hometown: Olathe, Kansas

Y Start Date: April 2024

Certifications: Yoga RYT Instructor, Bachelors Degree in Business Management

Hobbies: Time and travel with family, our horses, and especially our dachshund, Willis

Favorite part of working at the Y: The Community

Justin Brantley, Healthy Living Coordinator

Justin Brantley, Healthy Living Coordinator

Start date: November 2023

 

Hobbies: Pickleball, cycling, hiking, traveling, spending time with family, attending the Kansas City Symphony, and exploring restaurants around Greater Kansas City.

 

Favorite part of working at the Y: “Helping members learn how to use the equipment, stay consistent with their fitness goals, and connect with others on their health and wellness journey.”

Amanda Hoernicke

Amanda Hoernicke, Membership Experience Director

Hometown: Hays, Kansas

Y Start Date: January, 2026

Certifications: BA in Liberal Arts from Colorado State University

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my animals, DIY home improvement projects, creating art, and anything that gets me outside!

Favorite part of working at the Y: I love the sense of community and belonging.