Our cOACHES

Max Greer

What is your rowing background?

I started rowing for Nashville Juniors when a friend brought me to practice in December 2015. After that first practice on the ergs I was hooked. I graduated from Nashville Juniors in 2018 and continued my rowing journey at Loyola University Maryland where I rowed for 5 years, graduating in 2023. During my college career I was named Most Dedicated twice, MVP once, and had the honor of being named Captain for my final year. During my 5 years in college I took a gap year, during which I started coaching for Nashville Juniors. I have come back to coach every summer since then and parlayed summer 2023 into roles as assistant juniors coach and interim head masters coach, which I am in currently. I also work as a womens assistant coach for Vanderbilt University. 

Why do you choose to coach?

I believe in Nashville Rowing's #Process -oriented mission! The discipline and commitment rowing demands during formative years of athletes' lives dictates the kind of people they will become. Being able to facilitate an environment for personal and athletic growth is a tremendous privilege. 

What are three fast facts about you?

I was born on February 29, 2000; my 6th birthday is coming up in February of 2024.

I am a former 3-time world record holder on the Concept 2 ergometer. 

I was homeschooled for high school.

Emma Ewell

What is your rowing background?

I started coxing at age 10 for St. Louis Rowing Club in St. Louis, MO. During this time I placed 3rd in the Women's Lightweight 8+ at Youth Nationals and I went on to compete for the United States Junior National High Performance and Selection Teams. After graduating, I was recruited to cox for the University of Alabama, Roll Tide! I loved every minute of college racing, especially in the SEC.

Why do you choose to coach?

Once I had finished out my collegiate rowing career, I knew that I wanted to keep rowing in my life. The best way that came to mind was to coach! My goal is to help athletes fall in love with the sport just like I did.

What are three fast facts about you?

I have a three legged pitbull named Hippo.

I am an only child.

I love Dolly Parton with every ounce of my being.

Victoria Tkacz

What is your rowing background?

I started rowing in high school, and moved on to be recruited for Jacksonville University where I competed at the Division 1 level which included competing in four Division 1 national championships. I spent my junior and senior year in leadership positions on the team.

In 2017, I graduated from Jacksonville University with my degree in Exercise Science and the only thing I wanted to do was stay involved with rowing. I quickly committed my full summer post graduation to coaching summer camps. Months after graduation I started coaching for First Coast Rowing Club and stayed with them for two years, where I also helped to run adult learn to row programs as well as summer camps through the FCRC. I moved on from FCRC to coach at Nova Southeastern University. Due to COVID-19, NSU was forced to shut the program down. I have spent the last year coaching at Pine Crest High school, mostly with the freshman women as well as 2nd varsity men.

Why do you choose to coach?

Athletics have always been part of my life. Much before rowing, I started swimming when I was 8 years old, and competed all the way through high school. The coaches I have gotten the chance to work with as an athlete have made a huge mark on my life. I will remember some of the coaches I’ve had forever, and I love that I have the chance to make the same kind of mark on the lives of the athletes I work with now. I get the opportunity to watch these athletes grow in all aspects of life, and I get to have a part in that growth. I love sharing my passion, and making connections with the athletes. Nothing beats watching the hard work on the water pay off on race day!.

What are three fast facts about you?

My go-to binge worthy TV show is New Girl! Hands down.

I was voted “Most School Spirit” in my senior superlatives in high school!

My last meal on earth would be an avocado, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel. Complete with a large iced coffee and home fries on the side.