"Dave is the best coach I have ever had. He really cares about his athletes and knows exactly how to motivate them not only as a group but also individually. He is brilliant when it comes to lineups and understanding what and who will make a boat move. He is always trying new ways to improve the team and knows how to own up to his mistakes. He integrates many useful life lessons into practice every day and equips us to go out into the world as better humans than before. I am very thankful for my time rowing for Dave. "

"Dave is a very fair coach. If you are ready to put the work in he will too and it will take you far. He has made my experience at college one I will never forget and I am so thankful I decided to row for him. "

"Cares about his athletes and the team. Amazing coach and so much fun! He is tough but he cares. "

"Dave is a little crazy and sometimes a lot to handle but he knows how to make boats fast. He'll push you to your limits. You'll need tough skin and sometimes he'll make you crazy but you want to be fast, right? Some things are not ideal, but he is a great coach."

"Great coach. Although he loves early morning practices"

"Dave is innovative and effective, always looking to push the limits of what you thought was possible. He demands consistency and improvement, and doesn't accept excuses. It's hard as hell but he'll change your definition of 100%. Rowing under Dave is often a huge adjustment and it's not for everyone. He's tough but it always pays off. "