Head Coach
Coach Nate Carmody
Coach Nate Carmody is the current head coach of the Justice Rowing team. Previously, he was the men’s varsity rowing coach at the University of Colorado from 1995 to 1997. While raising three kids, he coached various youth sports for 15 years. After learning to row at Camp Pasquaney in New Hampshire under Vin Broderick, he rowed at the University of Virginia under Kevin Sauer. His daughter Brooke rowed at Justice for four years, graduating in 2019. He also produces the RankOAR computer rankings for collegiate rowing on row2k.com
Assistant Coaches
Coach Dan Lyons (Acting Head Coach)
Coach Dan Lyons is an assistant coach for the team.
His rowing career includes rowing at the United States Naval Academy, the U.S. National Team, and the 1988 Olympics.
He has also coached at the United States Naval Academy and Georgetown University, been the head coach at Drexel, and an assistant coach with the U.S. National Team.
His company, Team Concepts, teaches corporate teamwork through a series of seminars and the practical experience of rowing together.
His daughter Anna rows on the Justice Rowing team.
Coach Kitty Knell
Coach Kitty Knell is a former coxswain and collegiate coach.
She coxed Pioneer Valley Rowing Association at Women's Nationals in 1985 & 1986 and the U.S. lightweight women at the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid NY, winning gold at Canadian Nationals in 1985.
After coxing the Varsity Men at Purdue, she then went on to coach the novice women at Purdue University, The University of Virginia, and Georgetown University.
Our Coaching Philosophy
We believe in:
- Safety First: Safety is everyone's responsibility and the coaches emphasize this with the whole team from Day 1. Coaches teach proper technique to avoid injuries, dressing to brave the cold and face the heat, and constant vigilance on the water so rowers can train confidently and responsibly.
- Technique Excellence: We prioritize sound fundamentals and proper form before speed or power. Strong technique builds efficiency, reduces injury, and creates a foundation for sustainable performance.
- Team Over Individual: Rowing is the ultimate team sport. Success comes from trust, accountability, and putting the boat first. Every athlete matters and every seat counts.
- Character Development: The lessons learned through sport extend far beyond competition. We coach resilience, discipline, leadership, and sportsmanship to help athletes grow as people, not just competitors.
- Inclusive by Design: We believe every athlete can improve. Our coaches meet rowers where they are, challenge them appropriately, and create an environment where effort, progress, and commitment are valued.
Our experienced coaching staff is dedicated to developing athletes at all levels.