About STL Panthers:
Building Strength Through Community in Florissant, MO
Learn More About Our Youth Sports Organization
At STL Panthers, your child’s future is our mission. Based in Florissant, MO, our non-profit youth organization gives kids the chance to come together as a community, compete, and grow through football and cheerleading. Along the way, they’ll develop confidence, learn new skills, and build lasting friendships while staying active and healthy.
Discover the leaders and coaches behind the STL Panthers—dedicated mentors who guide our athletes both on and off the field.
Leadership Team
President & Founder – Irene McKinney
As founder and president of STL Panthers, Irene brings passion, vision, and years of youth development experience. Her mission is simple: help every child unlock their potential, believe in themselves, and step into a brighter future. Irene leads with love and commitment, ensuring the Panthers remain a supportive space where kids thrive.
Phone:
(314) 479-3038
Email:
irenemckinney@ymail.com
General Manager – Jamel Jones
As the General Manager, Jamel is more than just a leader behind the scenes — he is a dedicated advocate for the youth, families, coaches, and community that make this organization special.
With a genuine passion for working with young people, Jamel takes pride in creating an environment where every child feels supported, valued, and encouraged to be their best. Whether it’s on the football field, basketball court, or cheer floor, Jamel believes youth sports are about much more than winning games. They are about building confidence, discipline, friendships, leadership, and character that children can carry with them throughout life.
From organizing teams and events to supporting coaches, communicating with families, and making sure the day-to-day operations run smoothly, Jamel is committed to giving every athlete an opportunity to grow and succeed.
For Jamel, this organization is personal. He understands that behind every athlete is a family making sacrifices, and he works hard to create a place where families feel welcomed, respected, supported, and connected.
The greatest reward is seeing a young athlete gain confidence, overcome challenges, discover their potential, and realize that they are capable of more than they ever imagined.
This is more than youth sports — it’s about building a family, developing leaders, creating opportunities, and making a lasting impact on the next generation.
Thanks,
Jamel
Business Manager – Alexandra Granberry
Alexandra Granberry is a dedicated and passionate business manager with the STL Panthers, committed to helping the organization grow both on and off the field. With strong leadership, organization, and communication skills, Alexandra works behind the scenes to support players, families, coaches, and the overall success of the program.
She takes pride in creating a positive, family-focused environment where young athletes can build confidence, discipline, teamwork, and lasting memories. Alexandra is passionate about serving her community and making a difference through youth sports.
Cheerleading Coaches
Coach Peaches
Front Row Cheer Coach
Coach PeachesHigh energy, creativity, and team spirit define Coach Peaches. She empowers cheerleaders to step out with confidence, master new routines, and enjoy every moment together.
Coach Remy
Middle Row Cheer Coach
With six years of coaching experience and a teaching background, Coach Remy specializes in traditional, stomp, and shake styles. She has led the team to multiple competition wins while nurturing a love for cheer in every athlete.
Coach Yolanda
Middle Row Cheer Coach
Known for her contagious energy, Coach Yolanda creates a fun and supportive space where every cheerleader grows in skill and confidence.
Coach Brittney
Middle Row Cheer Coach
Football Coaches
Coach Shawn
8th Grade Coach (Head Coach)
Focused on discipline and motivation, Coach Shawn pushes players to work together and give their best on every play.
Coach Slim
8th Grade Coach
I love coaching because it gives me the opportunity to help young athletes
grow both on and off the field. Football has taught me a lot about
discipline, accountability, teamwork, confidence, and overcoming adversity,
and I enjoy being able to pass those lessons on to the next generation.
As a coach, I’m big on development and making sure every player understands
the game—not just what to do, but why they’re doing it. I believe in
holding my players accountable, pushing them to reach their potential, and
building their confidence along the way.
I’m also an active football player myself, so I’m constantly learning the
game and bringing that knowledge and experience back to the kids I coach.
My goal is to help develop better football players, but more importantly,
disciplined, confident young men who understand what it means to be part of
a team.
Call Our Office Today
At STL Panthers, we believe supporting parents is just as important as developing athletes. If you have questions about our football or cheerleading programs, call our office today and let our team help you get started.
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