Painesville, Ohio – Lake Erie College Executive Director of Athletics Molly Hoffman announced the appointment of Braylen Harris as the College's head stunt coach.

Harris has worked as an instructor for the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) since 2021, specializing in teaching technique and safety while building leadership skills and confidence among the athletes he has coached.

A former competitive cheerleader at Prairie View A&M University, Harris has a strong background in wellness, coaching, and program operations. He was named one of NCA's Top New Instructors in 2021.

" We are incredibly excited to welcome Coach Harris to our staff," Hoffman said. "His passion, energy, and commitment to STUNT and Cheer are truly inspiring. I can't wait to see the impact he will have on our athletes and to watch this team continue to grow, develop, and reach new heights under his leadership "

A four-year member of the PVAMU cheer squad, Harris served as a team captain and was an NCA All-American.

"I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to lead Lake Erie College STUNT and build a program centered on excellence, development, and purpose," Harris said. "My experiences as a collegiate cheerleader, NCA instructor and kinesiology graduate have shaped the coach I am today, and I'm excited to bring that experience to Lake Erie. I look forward to creating an environment where our athletes can grow as competitors, leaders and individuals while building something special together."

Harris, who also has experience as a wellness and fitness coach at the Paula G. Manship YMCA in Louisiana, graduated from Prairie View A&M in 2026 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology.

Harris officially began his duties with the College on Oct. 1.