Head Coach - Sean McKenna
Sean comes to Notre Dame from the University of Texas at Austin. In 2025 he led the Longhorn’s Varsity 4+ through an undefeated, 64-0, season culminating with an ACRA National Title. Texas and Virginia were the only schools to win multiple titles. His Freshmen / Novice 4+ notched back-to-back titles in 2024 and 2025. Sean also helped the Women’s Club 4+ to wins at the Dad Vail, SIRA and a medal at Head of the Charles.
Prior to Texas, Sean spent six seasons with his alma mater, Temple University, working with the lightweight crews. At Temple his crews won multiple Dad Vail gold medals, notched wins against ivy League competition, and appeared in the National Top 10 consistently. Sean began his collegiate coaching career with Villanova University as the assistant coach before being elevated to head coach.
As an athlete, Sean competed for Temple University, Marietta College, LaSalle High School and a number of clubs along boathouse row. In 2012 he represented the United States at the senior world champions as a member of the Lightweight 8+.
To connect with Sean, please reach out to coach@ndmensrowing.com.