I am currently attending the University of Toledo. I started out under general studies, but
finally decided to pursue a master's degree in physical therapy. I have always been active in sports such
as volleyball, gymnastics, cross country and track. I graduated from Notre Dame Academy in 2000. I
was on the gymnastics team for two years with an eight year background in the sport. I also ran track
the spring of my freshman year.
The rowing program at NDA began the winter of my sophomore year, and I knew that was the sport
for me. I was heavily involved in high school for the fall and spring seasons, as well as winter and
summer conditioning up until I graduated. During competition, I rowed in the Lightweight 8, Varsity
8-A and B boat, and Varsity 4- A boat. I experienced the NDA program that started out with
nothing , borrowing equipment from St. John's club, and having two high school seniors coaching the
team during the first season of competition, to the NDA program which is now a very successful
program. I have also experienced rowing against other colleges because I was involved on the
University of Toledo's Rowing Club for two fall seasons. I continue to row on my own, and I spend
my time sculling either in a single or a double.
I recently received my Level 1 coaching certificate and eventually plan on getting the Level 2 and 3
certifications as well. I am also CPR and First Aid trained. I began coaching Toledo Metropolitan
Rowing Club in Fall 2002.
