Owen Anderson
COACHING SPECIALTY
IN TRAINING
EDUCATION /CERTIFICATIONS
Lifeguard Certification
CPR / AED Certified
Eagle Scout
Baldwin Wallace University — Studying to become a Theology & History Teacher
Graduate of St. Ignatius High School
HIGHLIGHTS
Competitive swimmer through grade school
Team Captain of St. Ignatius High School rowing team and recipient of the Jim Skerl #34 Award for leadership and character
Division I collegiate rower at St. Joseph’s
Rowing coach for St. Ignatius High School summer camps
Confirmation class instructor at St. Colette Parish
Extensive experience working with children through foster care; having helped foster 32 children and gaining two brothers in the process!
GET TO KNOW COACH owen
ONE WORD THAT DESCRIBES ME
Empathy.
FAVORITE STROKE
Breaststroke.
5 FUN FACTS ABOUT ME
I’ve competed in two different sports at a high level, swimming and rowing, and value the unique skills each has taught me.
I fostered 32 children and gained my two brothers through the foster care system, an experience that has had a profound impact on who I am.
I am passionate about working and collaborating with people, which is a major reason I am pursuing a career in teaching.
I enjoy theology, history, and meaningful conversations that challenge the way people think and grow.
I am an Eagle Scout and hold that very close to me. Through my years in scouting I learned many skills in both leadership and teaching.
FAVORITE QUOTES
“Care for the whole person.”
— Jesuit educational principle (cura personalis)
I am a lifelong athlete, mentor, and aspiring educator who is passionate about helping others grow through structure, encouragement, and positive relationships.
My athletic background began in competitive swimming and later transitioned into rowing, where I developed leadership skills as a team captain at St. Ignatius High School and continued competing at the Division I level at St. Joseph’s University. These experiences taught me the value of discipline, teamwork, accountability, and leading by example.
Beyond athletics, I am deeply committed to service and education. I am an Eagle Scout, an achievement that reflects years of dedication to leadership, responsibility, and serving others. I currently teach a confirmation class at my home parish and am studying to become a theology and history teacher, with the goal of earning a master’s degree in theology and working with students long term.
My experience fostering children has shaped my coaching philosophy more than anything else. Having fostered 32 children and gained my two brothers through the foster care system, I understand that every child comes from a different background and learns at a different pace. As a coach, I strive to create a friendly, energetic, and supportive environment where swimmers feel safe, valued, and motivated to grow.
For me, coaching is about more than performance — it is about helping young people build confidence, resilience, and a love for learning that carries into every area of life.
