Sun Devil Assistant Coach Tamara Ferdinand’s Husband, Alexander Ferdinand, Balances Teaching and Coaching in Rapid City

With a master’s degree in strength and conditioning, Alexander Ferdinand continues to pursue his coaching ambitions.

August 20, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on August 20, 2026

Tamara Ferdinand’s husband supports her coaching career while leading in the classroom and on the field.

Tamara Ferdinand, recently hired as the newest assistant coach for the Sun Devil Triathlon program, shares her life with her husband, Alexander Ferdinand.

The couple on December 28, 2026, celebrating the start of their journey together.

Alexander Ferdinand as a dedicated teacher at Rapid City Area Schools, where he has worked for over nine years.

At Southwest Middle School in Rapid City, South Dakota, he teaches health and physical education, inspiring students to embrace fitness and healthy living.

Beyond the classroom, Alexander has made significant contributions as a coach, guiding middle school boys’ and girls’ basketball and track teams.

Alexander’s coaching career extends to varsity sports as well. He has coached varsity hockey and football, even taking on the role of special teams coordinator during his time coaching high school football.

His passion for athletics complements his educational work, providing students with mentorship both on and off the field.

In addition to teaching and coaching, Alexander runs his own lawn care business, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit.

He plans to eventually scale back his business to focus on coaching varsity football, aspiring to become a special teams coordinator and, ultimately, a head varsity football coach.

Alexander’s academic achievements include a Master of Applied Science in Strength and Conditioning from Concordia University Chicago (2026–2026) and a Bachelor of Education in Health and Physical Education/Fitness from Chadron State College (2010–2016).

His dedication to both education and athletics reflects a lifelong commitment to fostering growth, fitness, and teamwork in his students and athletes.

Together, Tamara and Alexander Ferdinand form a supportive partnership, balancing their professional ambitions with shared personal milestones.

As Tamara embarks on her new coaching role with the Sun Devil Triathlon program, Alexander continues to inspire the next generation of students and athletes in Rapid City.

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