Personnel

Coaches

Head Coach – Michelle Vogl

Coach Michelle grew up in the Brainerd Lakes area where she developed a love for the water early on. She honed her skills as a four-year sweeper for the University of Minnesota. When not coaching the Junior team, she rows with the adults at practice and regattas. She’s been a Rochester resident for the past decade and enjoys running and spending time with her husband and two children.

Junior Team Assistant Coach – Kaitlyn Meiste

Coach Kaitlyn moved to Rochester in late 2021 and started as Assistant Coach shortly there after. Rowing for several years at Michigan State University, her favorite seats were 2 seat in an 8 or stroke seat in a 4. Kaitlyn continues her love for the sport by coaching the juniors and rowing with the adults as much as she can.

Adult Team Assistant Coach – Ted Scheitel

Coach Ted is originally from Rochester MN and started his rowing career with RRC.  His coaching resume also includes former Head Coach of RRC and the Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club. He has a BS in Kinesiology and is currently pursuing a Nursing Degree. He fits in as much rowing and camping as time allows.

Junior and Adult Team Assistant Coach – Madeline Behfar

Coach Madeline is originally from Rochester MN and started her rowing career at RRC in high school.  She currently rows for the University at Minnesota. This is her second summer back coaching at RRC while interning at Mayo Clinic.

Board

The Rochester Rowing Club holds monthly board meetings the 3rd Monday each month.  Active RRC members in good standing are welcome to attend.  Any adult involved with the rowing club and interested in helping is welcome to join the board. A 2-4 year commitment is required, depending on the position.

President – Binnur Taner
President Emeritus – Mick Garvey
Vice-President – Julie Doppler
Tresurer – Stacy LeQuire
Secretary – Wendy Robinson
Website – Sarah Johnson