Zach Johnson Joins Alabama Rowing Coaching Staff
9/7/2023 3:41:00 PM | Rowing
Johnson joins the Crimson Tide staff after having previously served as an equipment manager for the program the last two seasons
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama rowing head coach Glenn Putyrae announced the addition of Zach Johnson to the program's coaching staff Thursday.
Before being brought on as an assistant coach, Johnson worked with the Crimson Tide program the last two seasons (2021-22, 2022-23), mainly serving as an equipment manager and ensuring that all UA boats were ready for competition.
Prior to arriving to Tuscaloosa, Johnson led the Yorktown men's program to a third-place finish at the 2019 Virigina Scholastic Rowing Association Championships. That summer, he also helped guide the Thompson's Boat Center's U17 crew to the US Rowing National Championship in both the Varsity 8+ and Varsity 4+ races.
What Head Coach Glenn Putyrae Said
"Zach is a great addition to our team. He has been with the program for a few years in varying capacities, so to have him fully on board in this role is very exciting. He brings great energy to the team and has made an immediate impact on our program."
What Assistant Coach Zach Johnson Said
"I want to thank Coach Putyrae for this opportunity, and I'm looking forward to continue working with this staff and team. Roll Tide!"
Zach Johnson | The Resume
- Served as Alabama rowing's equipment manager the last two seasons helping make sure all UA boats were ready for race competition (2021-22, 2022-23)
- Led the Yorktown men's program to a third-place finish at the 2019 VASRA Championships
- Helped guide the Thompson's Boat Center's U17 program to the US Rowing National Championships in both the 1V8+ and 1V4+ races
- Served as an assistant coach at TBC, McLean High School, Yorktown and most recently Bethesda Chevy Chase from 2019-21
- Earned silver at the 2009 US Rowing Club Nationals as part of a Junior 2- crew
- Competed in a Youth 8+ crew that raced at the renowned Head of the Charles in 2008
- Began his rowing career at McLean High School, near Washington D.C., in 2007
- Rowed for Thompson's Boat Center as well as Old Dominion Boat Club throughout his high school career
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