Elena is beginning her 9th year in the rowing community. She coxed and rowed for North Allegheny High School in Pittsburgh, PA for 4 years. She started her collegiate rowing career by coxing for Ohio State’s NCAA Womens Rowing Team, after which she transitioned into a full-time rower. She rowed for the Ohio State Crew Club for 2 years and was captain of the Womens team for her senior year. Elena has experienced success at all levels of competition and was a valuable member of the Ohio State Crew club as a captain, teammate, and rower.

As she brings her experience to the Womens Novice Coaching position we are looking forward to her knowledge, skill, and love of rowing to be a part of the Ohio State Crew Club coaching staff.