Staff
Tom Hanley
Chief Executive Officer
“For me the bicycle was something I used to test limits. Long before I was racing a bike I was racing home for dinner because I had pedaled further than I told my parents I was going to. I just loved my bike so much from the first minute I was on two wheels.”
Tom founded Nine13sports in 2011 after a career as an elite-level track cyclist winning 4 national championships while attending Marian University. In the aftermath of the commercial vehicle accident that ended his cycling career, Tom decided to change the direction of his intended career path of becoming a lawyer. As the city of Indianapolis rallied around him, he made it his mission to give back to the city in the best way he knew how… using the power of the bicycle. Nine13 has grown from a one person operation serving about 1,000 kids in its first year, to an 11 person team serving over 50,000 kids annually. Tom started Nine13sports to make the lives of Central Indiana kids better and continues to lead the team making it happen.
When he isn’t working you can find Tom working out, cooking, and traveling. One of Tom’s other favorite hobbies is working with his hands designing and building things that can be useful in his work at Nine13sports as well as everyday life.
Aryn Coomes
Chief Operating Officer
“My favorite memory of the bike actually came later in life. After I moved out of my parents house I bought a bike and rediscovered how much I loved riding. It reminded me what it was like to be a kid exploring my community on a bike, and I am so happy to be doing that again here in Indy.”
Aryn joined the Nine13sports team in 2017 after four years as the Merchandise Manager & Event Lead at Sun King Brewery. She brought her strong organizational & leadership skills to the Nine13sports team where as the Chief Operating Officer she oversees all Nine13sports programs and manages day-to-day operations. Quite simply, the kids are what brought Aryn to Nine13sports. For her there is nothing more rewarding than seeing the smile on a child’s face after succeeding at something that challenged them.
When she is not working you can find Aryn at a family gathering or hiking with her dog, both of which likely include or are immediately followed by eating pizza.
Peter Lacy
Chief Strategy Officer
“My favorite memory of the bike is when my wife, Jill, and I were dating, we would ride her parent’s tandem to Brookfield zoo in Chicago. We rode that bike on the day we were engaged. We still have that bike and have a newer more modern tandem we ride together.”
Peter Lacy is the Chief Strategy Officer for Nine13sports, leveraging over three decades of experience in both the public and private sectors. His expertise spans acquisition integration, ERP system implementation, process improvement, and business model transformation.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Peter is deeply involved in community service and is currently a board member for the Indiana Historical Society. He was the founding chair of the Adaptive Movement Programs Board for IU-Indianapolis and served as board chair of Girls Inc. of Indianapolis. Additionally, he has been involved with several organizations, including Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, the Culver Academies Summer Board, Junior Achievement, and Carmel Girls Lacrosse, where he served as president.
Peter holds an MBA from Xavier University in Cincinnati and a bachelor’s degree from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. He resides in Carmel with his wife and has three grown children.
Scott McGowan
Partnerships and Development Director
Scott is the founder and CEO of AfterSport Group, a career transition program for student athletes, which he co-founded in 2004. Since its inception, AfterSport Group has collaborated with numerous universities and student athletes across the country. The program has also been involved in NCAA seminars and worked with conferences such as the Atlantic Coast Conference, Big 10, Horizon League, Mid-American Conference, and Summit League.
Before starting AfterSport Group, Scott served as the National Manager of Business Development for American Express, overseeing growth in Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri. Prior to that, he was a National Sales Manager for Federal Express, responsible for building the company’s business in Indiana. Before embarking on his corporate career, Scott was a free agent for the NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals.
Scott graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Criminal Justice.
Kevin Duitsman
Education & Curriculum Facilitator
“Most of my childhood memories revolve around the bicycle. I loved exploring the west side and getting lost with my friends. We were always looking for the next spot to session on our BMX bikes when we weren’t tinkering in the garage or riding shady ramps in front of my house. I embarked on countless solo missions as well. Riding always seemed to put things right.”
Kevin joins the Nine13sports team after a lifetime of riding and working in the biking industry, and more recently as an educator within IPS. He became an avid BMXer, both racing and riding skateparks as a kid. Naturally, when he was old enough to work, he looked for a job in a bicycle shop. That part-time hobby became a career choice, and he ended up a fixture in the bicycle business for 27 years. Kevin fostered a love for working with people and their bicycles during that time. The more he worked with people—especially children—the more he felt a pull toward teaching.
So, in 2018 he left the bicycle business full-time to become an elementary teacher. His most recent roll was as an elementary school teacher at IPS Carl Wilde School 79 where he was awarded Teacher of the year for 2020-2021 school year. For Kevin, Nine13 is where his love for bicycles and his desire to teach come together.
Outside of Nine13, Kevin runs a very part-time bicycle repair business and love to spend time outdoors. He enjoys visiting parks, learning about critters, and hiking trails. Most of the time, though, you can find him hanging out with my fun and ever-growing family.
Jason Osborne
Building Bikes Facilitator & Fleet Manager
“My favorite memory on a bike was the first day I rode one. My dad held it steady, offered a few “survival tips”, ran beside me, and then let go. This was truly a moment of pure freedom and adventure I try to recreate every time I ride.”
Jason chose to join Nine13sports in 2026 because he wants every child to experience that same freedom, empowerment, and joy he feels on a bike. He brings experience across mountain and road racing, triathlons, cyclo-cross, and his ultimate passion — BMX racing — and can even share a trick or two on a unicycle. Over the past 25 years, his journey has included driving an 18-wheeler, building mountain bike trails and pump tracks, working in construction, and serving in sales and service within the cycling industry.
Outside of work, Jason enjoys working on his home and Harley, building bikes, and spending time with his daughter. He is especially looking forward to the day he gets to run alongside her, offer a few survival tips, and let go.
Amanda Englert
Youth Program Facilitator
“My favorite memory on the bike was my first crit I ever raced. I was on my brother’s old Gary Fisher bike that barely fit me for my height. I had only been riding for about three weeks when I decided to start racing, but I feel in love with it instantly! Watching a race and seeing everyone cheer is one thing but being in the race and having everyone cheer for you is even more special. After that race I knew I wanted to share my love for cycling with others.”
Amanda joined the team in 2024 after graduating from Marian University with a degree in Exercise Science. Amanda previously worked in a training room, as well as worked as a full-time EMT for big races like the Indy 500, Brickyard, and more! While in school, she student taught in a few gym classes where Nine13sports was visiting with their Kids Riding Bikes program.
In Amanda’s words, “It’s always race season”, so in her free time you will more than likely catch her racing at the cycle track, cheering on others racing or going to the racetrack. She also enjoys studying and researching different medical conditions and learning the latest medical technology!
Ella Nation
Youth Program Facilitator
“My favorite memories of the bike are the many Saturday mornings exploring the trails of Indy with my parents and brothers. It was a great way to learn about my city and get some exercise all while spending quality time with family.”
Ella joined the team in 2023 after graduating from Indiana University with her degree in Fitness and Wellness. During her time at IU, she had the opportunity to work with several programs (Healthy Hearts Active Live with the YMCA, Get Onboard Active Living with IU Health, Ready to Move with IU and Camp Ability with Easterseals Crossroads) and found that her true passion was working with kids and sharing her love of fitness.
In her free time, she enjoys working out, hiking, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Sophie Higdon
Youth Program Facilitator
“My favorite memories on a bike are when my siblings and I would ride around our small town trying to catch Pokémon when the Pokémon Go craze took over in the summer of 2016. We had so much fun exploring unfamiliar areas, meeting other groups on bikes, and enjoying nature on two wheels.”
Sophie joined the team in 2024 after several years of teaching both general education and special education in the elementary setting. Sophie also has experience coaching instructors without teaching experience to make them the best they could be! She has a passion for bettering the lives of children in the Indianapolis area, and making a lasting impact on all those she engages with.
In her free time, you can find Sophie enjoying time with her two pittie pups, playing Scrabble with her husband, and loving on her amazing niece and nephew.
Alexia Gebhardt
Youth Programming Instructor
“My favorite bike memories come from the hours I’ve spent building and repairing bikes in my garage and local bike shop. Growing up, I rode everything from kids bikes to BMX, mountain, and road bikes. I loved riding fast and fixing whatever broke, which then sparked my passion for bike mechanics. Riding and working on bikes has been a constant in my life ever since.”
Before joining Nine13, Lexi worked at a local bike shop for four years while also doing repairs from my garage. She grew up helping her mom with her daycare, which inspired Lexi’s love of working with children. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, camping, working on her car, playing and creating music, and of course, riding her bike.
Anthony Montor
Field Operations Specialist
“My favorite memory of the bike was learning how to ride in my front yard because we had a big hill that I loved riding down.”
Anthony joined the Nine13sports team in 2020 support our Nine13logistics efforts during the pandemic and then transitioned to a Field Operations Specialist for our Kids Building Bikes program. Anthony joined the team through the TeenWorks program which offers 6 weeks of community-based work and weekly professional development to teens each summer. He has continued to be a part of our team even after moving on from the TeenWorks program and entering his college career.
Anthony attends IUPUI majoring in Economics with an estimated graduation date of May 2024. His goal upon graduation is to become an Economic Consultant. In his free time Anthony enjoys working out, hanging out with friends, and going for drives.
Lindsey Bruveris
Office Manager
“My favorite memory of the bike is riding at Driftwood Beach in Jekyll Island, GA. It’s such a serene experience riding my e-bike down the sandy coast feeling the fresh salty air. It’s my favorite travel destination because the island is made for bike life.”
Clarence Grant
Facilities Manager
“My first and favorite memory with bikes is the moment my dad taught me to ride without training wheels. I remember falling hard, but my dad rushed over, gentle and kind, reassuring me everything would be okay. He encouraged me to dust myself off and try again.”
Clarence joined the team in early 2025 but is no stranger to Nine13’s staff and building. With over 30 years of experience in maintenance work, Clarence brings a wealth of knowledge as our Building and Facilities Manager. His expertise will not only support the upkeep of the Nine13sports and Nine13 Logistics facility but also drive expansion efforts to better serve our community.
Wheeler
Chief Mousing Officer
Named after Frank H. Wheeler, one of the founders of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Wheeler joined our team in 2019 after being discovered as a stray. She quickly proved that every office needs a feline executive. As our Chief Mousing Officer, she expertly patrols the space and excels at her primary duties involving lounging in her favorite spots, attending important treat-related meetings, and ensuring staff maintain punctual meal service for her breakfast and dinner. With a spunky personality that brings both entertainment and stress relief, Wheeler has become an indispensable part of our workplace culture, offering purrs of encouragement and an unwavering commitment to office morale.