Coach John Bancheri

Coach John Bancheri is a graduate of Atlantic City high school where he was a member of the rowing team. After graduation, he attended the University of Charleston where he continued his rowing career. Upon graduation he returned to his beloved beaches of South Jersey where he was an assistant coach for his high school Alma mater. He went on to have a successful career as a head coach at Wichita State college, Marietta college in Ohio and Grand Valley in Michigan where he met his bride Christine. He was highly successful in all programs involved and touched the lives of many students and developed treasured friendships over the years. He received the highly prestigious honor of coach of the year two times at the Dad Vail Regatta. A few years ago he once again returned to his South Jersey roots when he was selected to be the head coach at Stockton University. In his first year he coached his women’s team to a prestigious silver medal. Unfortunately, John has had to step down from his passion as the physical demands have become too much. He is currently at the University of Pennsylvania where he is battling serious/life threatening health issues. John has always been about coaching and giving to others. But coaching is not financially rewarding. If John has touched your life, whether it be as your coach, friend, mentor or colleague, please consider giving back to this gentleman who has given so much to South Jersey and the rowing community nationwide. Any donation would be greatly appreciated and any words of encouragement and positive vibes would go a long way. Thank you in advance-Friends of John Bancheri