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Men's Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Men's Crew/Rowing Head Coach / Rowing

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Prescott)

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In 2004 Dan violently assaulted a female student at Bucknell University. Luckily someone heard her screams for help and intervened. He was arrested for aggravated assault. This is all public and you can read about it on the front page of the Bucknelian newspaper, Dec 3rd 2004. The school administration chose to cover up everything they could surrounding the assault and chose not to expel him. They agreed to give him a clean slate if he transferred to Penn state. How this violent man was allowed to walk free is beyond me. But the fact that he has gone on to coach young women is absolutely horrifying! Does no one do background checks!?!?!? If you are a mother and you are reading this. KEEP YOUR DAUGHTERS FAR AWAY FROM THIS MAN!

Men's Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Men's Crew/Rowing Head Coach / Rowing

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Prescott)

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IntenseIntensePoor Communication

He destroyed team culture and tradition. Was unwilling to work with the rowers, and was an intense control freak. He claimed to want to improve the overall team culture, but very clearly chose favorites and completely neglected the rest of the team. The entire team was terrified of disappointing him while also not wanting to talk to him because he made himself completely inaccessible. He was also very creepy to some of our freshman women and had a very bad vibe. Overall, he was a destructive presence on the team, and left us as soon as something better came along for him. We were never anything more than career stepping stone for him. Also, he doesn't believe in evolution.

Men's Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Men's Crew/Rowing Head Coach / Rowing

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Prescott)

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DisorganizedPoor Communication

Picked favorites and ignored the rest of the team. Would often blow up in anger and stop coaching entirely. The team culture during his time was incredibly poor and adversarial until he abruptly left with no notice. Does not particularly care for his athletes, just himself and his ego.

Coed Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Assistant Coach

Southern Methodist University

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CoolDirectDedicated To PlayersDirectPlayers Coach

Extremely motivational coach, well liked by majority of the team. Was an excellent resource to go to considering the rest of the coaching staff were unlikeable and difficult to respect. Shame he left.

Coed Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Assistant Coach

Southern Methodist University

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DirectDirectDisorganizedFairOld School MentalityPoor Communication

The positive reviews on this coach are clearly written by himself. The culture and direction of our program is better than it has ever been. The athletes were told Dan “left the program abruptly” and received no further details. Our HC, Chase Graham, has a proven track record of success and has continued to grow our team back into a perennial powerhouse. WE as athletes WILL NOT let a poor coach define us. ATHLETES BEWARE!

Coed Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Assistant Coach

Southern Methodist University

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HonestMotivationalBelieves In YouCreates A Great Team CultureEasy To Get Along With

It was a shame Dan was only at SMU for a short period of time. I believe that he helped uplift the team, especially during challenging times with changes all around. Dan was someone that I could trust, someone that provided meaningful feedback, and someone who helped drive a team culture to somewhere special. Unfortunately, once Dan left the program this culture began to plummet, suggesting he made a drastic change for the betterment of the program and athletes around him. Before races, Dan would always be there to provide motivation, excitement, and dull down nerves. He had an exceptional read on the sport, as well as what it means for a team to be connected in order to do well.

Coed Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Assistant Coach

Southern Methodist University

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HonestMotivationalCreates A Great Team CultureGreat LeaderPositive Person

Dan Schenk was a really popular coach during his short time at SMU. His positivity and leadership helped lift spirits during a period of turmoil. It’s a shame SMU can’t retain their top rowing coaches. To the author of the hit piece below: Team sport probably isn’t your thing. No crew wants to carry a dead weight of bitterness and spite.

Men's Crew/RowingDan Schenk

Former Men's Crew/Rowing Head Coach / Rowing

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Prescott)

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DirectIntenseDirectIntenseOld School MentalityPoor Communication

Can't ever get a read on him. One day he's hot, one day he's cold. Spent time with our program then up and left kind of out of nowhere. Never truly put his full effort in and seemed to care less about athlete's beyond their physical success. Cursed a lot and didn't give coaching when rowers made obvious mistakes.

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HonestMotivationalCreates A Great Team CultureDedicated To PlayersGreat Leader

Dan is always positive and able to provide clear, constructive feedback. He creates a culture of openness and trust within the team. He pushes athletes to achieve their full potential but makes training enjoyable.