Ed Ryan is the Youth Men's Coach at Mercantile Rowing Club, leading the club's Under 19 and Under 21 men's program.
Prior to joining Mercantile, Ed coached at Xavier College, where he helped guide the program through its most successful period in more than 20 years. During his time there, Xavier's Second VIII won the 2023 Head of the River and finished second in 2024, consistently competing at the highest level of school rowing.
Ed believes great crews are built through daily standards rather than moments of excellence. His coaching places a strong emphasis on technical development, aerobic conditioning and creating an environment where athletes challenge one another.
Having built his coaching career around developing young athletes, Ed is passionate about helping rowers make the transition from school rowing into high-performance club rowing. At Mercantile, he works closely with athletes to prepare them for success at state level, with a focus on long-term development, technical excellence and a strong training culture.
