Under his guidance, George Mason's relay teams and individual athletes shattered records and earned numerous All-American honors, showcasing the team's prowess and exceptional talent. Gerard's remarkable coaching career spans numerous successful seasons, conference titles, NCAA appearances, and record-breaking performances, earning accolades and recognition for his coaching excellence.

Gerard's coaching journey extends beyond George Mason, having previously coached Stanford Cardinal to the lowest score in the modern era when the won the NCAA Cross Country Championship in 2003, and William and Mary in the 1990’s, where he took the program to national prominence as the team finished in the top 16 every year under his tenure.

A graduate of Colgate University, Gerard holds a degree in biology with a focus on human physiology and was a standout athlete himself, ranking in the top 50 in the United States in the steeplechase. With an illustrious career and a commitment to education, Gerard brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as the Clinic Director of the Ascent Track & Field Clinic at George Mason University.