Vanessa Moors is a highly accomplished rowing coach and athlete with a rich history in the sport spanning over four decades. Born into a rowing family, she began her journey at age 8, inspired by her father Brian Thorne, a Canadian National Team member with multiple international medals. Vanessa's own competitive career has been equally impressive, earning accolades such as the 1994 Canadian Youth Sculler of the Year and over 10 gold medals at the Royal Canadian Henley. Her coaching achievements include multiple NEIRA medals, Silver Medal at Youth Nationals and consistently qualifying crews for NEIRA Championships. Vanessa has mentored numerous athletes who have gone on to successful Division 1 rowing careers including one who became a decorated national team member, competing in the 2016 Olympics. Earlier in her career, Vanessa coached at several schools and clubs where her teams secured medals at Stotesbury Cup, Canadian Schoolboy Championships and Henley regattas. She also served as the Head Coach for St. Catharines Youth Rowing from 1994 to 2004, focusing on developing young talent. Vanessa continues to compete at the masters level, having completed 25 Head of the Charles races. Beyond rowing, she is an accomplished runner and cyclist, with achievements including several marathons including the Boston Marathon in 2021.

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