Shocker Rowing

Rachel Tuck
Shocker Rowing Assistant Coach
Assistant Director of Boats and Bikes

Rachel is in her tenth year of coaching at WSU. 

Prior to coaching at WSU Rachel rowed for Coach Cupp. During her time as a student-athlete, she competed in the WJV8+ from 2010-2011 and WV8+ from 2011-2014.  Rachel graduated from Wichita State with undergraduate degrees in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, and Biology as well as a Master’s in Sport Management and Business Administration. 

Rachel sits on the ACRA Board as the Plains Regional Representative and several community groups such as Wichita Clean Streams and the Delano Business Association to foster collaboration between Wichita State and the downtown river corridor in the heart of Wichita.  

As the assistant coach for Shocker Rowing, she oversees both the recreational program and athletes on the competitive team. With Coach Cupp, she teaches new rowers the fundamentals of rowing while assisting their development into student-athletes at the collegiate level. During the off-season, Rachel manages the day-to-day operations of Boats & Bikes.

Ben Flowers
Mental Health Counselor

Ben has been working with the Shocker Rowing Team for two years to enhance the athlete experience. Using sports psychology to teach mental skills, he meets with the team monthly to challenge and develop well-rounded student-athletes.  In addition to his monthly meetings, Ben attends practices and regattas to assist athletes using sport psychology.  

Matt Vanausdall
Rowing Intern

Taylee Pietro
Team Manager

Andy Sykes, Amplify My Training Owner
Shocker Rowing Strength & Conditioning Coach

Andy founded Amplify in 2021 following an impressive athletic career representing Team England, WSU and competing individually in professional events. He holds City, State, National, and International titles. Andy graduated with a Masters in Exercise Science, gaining certifications as a Nutrition Specialist, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Personal Trainer, USA Weightlifting (USAW), and many others.  Andy creates training programs for the Shocker Rowing team as well as many other professional athletes around the world.