David Osborne

Biography

David Osborne joins head coach Steve Peterson’s staff from Washington State University, where he served as an assistant coach. During his time in Pullman, Osborne coached the Third and Fourth Varsity Fours, worked with the coxswains and contributed to both domestic and international recruiting efforts. Osborne also earned selection to the department’s Coug Leadership Program, recognizing emerging leaders within WSU athletics. Before arriving in Pullman, Osborne coached at Boston College while completing the Institute for Rowing Leadership fellowship at Community Rowing, Inc. The IRL accepts only five fellows annually and provides comprehensive education in rowing science, coaching methodology and program leadership. Osborne has also coached at Ready Set Row, Community Rowing, Inc., Bare Hill Rowing Association and St. Mark’s School, working with both youth and adult competitive athletes. Osborne had a decorated coxswain career at St. Lawrence University, leading the men’s team to program-best conference and Head of the Charles finishes. He graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in sociology.