In addition to World Long Drive, she is a CrossFit coach, and has previously competed in the CrossFit Games. Prior to getting into World Long Drive, Garner played collegiate golf at East Tennessee State University and Texas A&M University. Upon graduating from college, Garner focused solely on training heavily for CrossFit and did not touch a golf club for three years. Upon hearing that a WLD pro used CrossFit as training, she decided to pursue the long drive challenge.[2]
She previously served as an assistant golf coach at East Tennessee State and has been in a doctoral program there studying global sports leadership. She also works as an academic specialist for the school's athletic program at large while also volunteering as a strength and conditioning coach for the women's golf team.[2]