Deitrick Appoints Veninsky as Assistant Women’s Rowing Coach

Former Wesleyan Assistant Joins Raiders Program in 2021

HAMILTON – Rebecca Veninsky has been named an assistant coach for the Colgate women's rowing program, announced Tuesday by Head Coach Jessica Deitrick.

Veninsky joins the Raiders after a three-year stint as an assistant coach at Wesleyan. While in Middletown, Connecticut, Veninsky also served as the head coach of Central Connecticut Rowing.

Rebecca Veninsky New Hire Graphic

"I am thrilled to add Rebecca to our Colgate Rowing Family!" Deitrick said. "Out of a large pool of applicants Rebecca stood out and really impressed me with her enthusiasm, recruiting skills and coaching background. I know she is going to bring a wealth of knowledge and amazing experiences to our developing and growing team."

In 2019-20, Veninsky helped guide Wesleyan to its third consecutive Little Three title and a fourth place overall finish at the NCAA Championships, marking their best finish in program history at the national regatta.

"I am excited for the opportunity to join the Colgate community and help guide its rowers both on and off the water," Veninsky said. "Under Coach D's leadership the team has made great strides forward. It's great to return to upstate New York to coach at such a prestigious institution."

Veninsky began coaching in the fall of 2017, when she started her appointment at Cascadilla Boat Club in Ithaca, N.Y. Through this program, she coached the varsity high school team and instructed various age groups in the 'learn to row' platform.

Also serving as the assistant coordinator for the athletic and wellness department at the Ithaca City School District, Veninsky facilitated scheduling, department meetings, and a youth leadership initiative.

A 2017 graduate of Ithaca, Veninsky received her bachelor of arts in environmental studies and documentary film studies and production. She also completed her master's in liberal arts at Wesleyan University in 2021.

Print Friendly Version