Our Team

 

Current Executive Board

Nicholas Barillari

Commodore

Graduation Year: 2026

Major: Emerging Technology Business and Design, minoring in cyber security

Hometown: Buffalo, NY

Karmen Pletikosic

Vice-Commodore

Graduation Year: 2026

Major: Diplomacy and Global Politics, with a co-major in Italian

Hometown: Split, Croatia

Alexa Quinn

Captain

Graduation Year: 2026

Major: Nursing

Hometown: Wellesley, MA

 
Griffin BoothbyMemberWe thought we knew everything about sailing but this sailor taught us a whole new use for our life jackets. They make for great flotation devices and even better Griffin wranglers.

Griffin Boothby

Treasurer

Graduation Year: 2025

Major: Urban and Regional planning, minoring in Real Estate Finance

Hometown: Rockford, IL

Sara Stortstrom

Secretary

Graduation Year: 2026

Major: Environmental Science, with a co-major in Geography and Sustainable Development

Hometown: Charlotte, NC


Beale Hughes

Safety and Equipment Officer

Graduation Year: 2026

Major: Supply Chain Management, minoring in Real Estate

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN


 

Our Team

Reed Porter

Member

Graduation Year: 2025

Major: International Studies, with a Concentration in Western Europe, minoring in French and Econ

Hometown: Cooperstown, NY


Holden Johansen

Member

Graduation Year: 2026

Major: Political Science, minoring in Buisness

Hometown: Evanston, IL


Graham Parsons

Member

Graduation Year: 2027

Major: Undecided

Hometown: Toledo, OH


 

Aaron Herring

Member

Graduation Year: 2027

Major: Mechanical Engineering

Hometown: Union County, IN


Austin Strykowski

Member

Graduation Year: 2027

Major: Political Science, minoring in Finance

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN


Tiegan Witte

Member

Graduation Year: 2025

Major: Architecture, minoring in Urban Design

Hometown: Naperville, IL

 

Oscar Arenas

Member

Graduation Year: 2025

Major: Finance, minoring in Computer Science

Hometown: Elmhurst, IL


Elizabeth Bittner

Member

Graduation Year: 2027

Major: Software Engineering

Hometown: Germany


Connor Frantz

Member

Graduation Year: 2027

Major: Kinesiology

Hometown: Cincinnati, OH


 

Avery Littman

Member

Graduation Year: 2027

Major: Geology, minoring in mathematics

Hometown: Cincinnati, OH


John Distin

Member

Devin O’Connor

Member

Graduation Year: 2026

Major: Biology Pre-Med, minoring in Religion

Hometown: Denver, CO

 
 

Will Repede

Member

Olivia Beller

Member

Phillip Carter

Member

 
 

Annabelle Maccartee

Member

Bill Monroe

Member

Estera Crisin

Member

 

Lena Olson

Member

Gigi Hadid, I mean HuberMemberA ray of sunshine on land and a mighty presence on the water.

Gigi Hadid, I mean Huber

Member

Margaret Sullivan

Member

 
 

Recent Alumni Members

Remie Taylor

Retired Member

2022-2023 Secretary

Graduation Year: 2024

Major: Primary Education

Hometown: Fairview, PA


Matthew BackMemberNothing gets between this man and his bean…except for maybe that security guard

Matthew “Got” Back

Retired Member

2022-2023 Commodore

Graduation Year: 2024

Major: Mechanical Enginering

Hometown: Camden, OH

Lizzie GalbreathMember2x Bagel and Deli employee of the month

Lizzie Galbreath

Retired Member

Graduation Year: 2024

Major: Zoology

Hometown: McLean, VA

Tanner Knox

Retired Member

2022-2023 Vice Commodore

Alex KSailing InstructorAlex comes to us from the isolated Island of South Bass, also known as the much-feared Put-In-Bay. Her lack of socialization with us mainlanders makes her an interesting specimen for our team to observe, as sailing comes nat…

Alex Knauer

Retired Member

Will Mennone

Retired Member

Lauren OskamMemberAct 1During one of Miami’s more infamous regattas, a mutant offspring of peep the quail was wreaking havoc upon the lake. The teams military forces were in shambles, and the exec board at the time was forced to meeting in acton bun…

Lauren ‘Can’t Swim’ Oskam

Retired Member

Ally Hoeft

Retired Member

Michael ShadeEquipment ManagerRumor has it that Shade was kicked out of two other colleges prior to us, and fled to the further corner of Ohio to escape the police forces that follow him closely. They know he uses his superhuman ability to fix anyth…

Michael Shade

Retired Member

Will ButlerMemberHas a drivers license

Will Butler

Retired Member

Sophie Malloy

Retired Member

Patrick Caroll

Retired Member

SidneyMemberIf you know, you know

Sidney

Retired Member

Hopper GouldinMemberHopper is the husband of Jarrett and the hipster of the team. I once saw him wearing a jean jacket, which tells me that he indeed does know fashion. Hopper has recently been sucked into the frat life. DU we would like our hipster…

Hopper Gouldin

Retired Member

Gavin McMullen

Retired Member

AJ McRitchieMemberIf you dare make eye contact with Aldon on a week night, good luck. This D1 wrestler will throw you in headlock faster than concrete dries in the summer. AJ is known for his many talents, like being silent, nicotine consumption, co…

AJ McRitchie

Retired Member

 

Maggie Swasey

Washed up Captain

Joshua Durst

Washed up Commodore

Aaron Hofer

Retired Member


Nicholas Filanovsky

Retired Member

 

Winifred

Team Mascot

Reginald

Team Mascot

Katy SchroederSailing InstructorKaty is a fast learner, and quickly took over as the best party host within the first few events. Lots of social themes go to her credit: Andrew’s closet party, Outshine the Vice Commodore Day, and recently claims fam…

Katy Schroeder

Retired Member

Jakey SnakeyCommodoreMayor? May-her? Mai-her? Nobody really knows how to pronounce this Interior Designer’s last name, so we avoid saying it at all costs. Maher is our fearless Commodore, who holds his head and his handle high, keeping our team out …

Jakey Snakey

Retired Member

 
Anna BloomquistSecretaryIt’s Aaaaanna from Minnesooooota! This rare gem is sought out by many, but only a few can chip her out of the ice. Except maybe a chicken patty. 2020 Egg roulette champion

Anna Bloomquist

Retired Member

Lauren KonoldMemberEvery sailing team needs a mother figure and Lauren has graciously filled that role for us. We are forever grateful to Sunderman for bringing her to us where she has at last found her long lost children.

Lauren Konold

Retired Member

Stepmom SchroederMemberNever seen a gal attracts simps like a magnet. Things simps have give her: Pizza, Spray Paint, Cookies, Coffee, 50LB Bag of Sand, Pickles, Metal Hooks, Breakfast McDonalds, and money.Will wander but always comes home.

Stepmom Schroeder

Retired Member

Jarrett StrauchlerMemberThis frat brother cracks down on hazing in the greek life community, working directly alongside President Greggory Crawford. His activism in the greek life community is awe-inspiring, and that passion passes down to our team…

Jarrett Strauchler

Retired Member

 

Mikel Von Huffelpuff

Retired Member

Marshall SadowskiMember He is best known for his 20 glasses of water for 20 years stunt. Incredibly hydrated ever since.

Marshall Sadowski

Retired Member

Andrew SundermanMemberI think he switched to the rowing team :(JK he’s back folks! Rowing team was no match for our charisma, charm, and good looks. Sunderman has been recovered after going MIA for a few semesters. We’re glad to have him back.

Andrew Sunderman

Retired Member

Sam KuhbanderCheerleading Squad LeaderSam is an active member of the sailing team, except for the sailing part. We aren’t sure if he is afraid of the water, can’t swim, or still thinks a sailboat needs a motor to fully function, but either way, he h…

Sam Kuhbander

Retired Member

Charlie HoffmanRetired MemberCharlie is the club's redneck, student of classics, and jack of all trades. He is known for his pickup truck, his smoking of pipes, and his propensity for never ever once wearing a hat in his entire life. He can be instantly spotted around campus by his jeans and plaid shirt, but to appreciate him in his natural habit, one must find him in the language building.

Charlie Hoffman

Retired Member

Andrew “Peoples Champ” Wenk

Retired Member

Katie Mead

Retired Member

Erin GallagherRetired MemberHailing from the Great Lake of Erie, Erin emerged from it’s shallow waters to find herself at what should be known as the sixth great lake: Acton Lake. Upon finding this 8th Wonder of the World, Erin decided to rise above it’s waters and train all those who wish to sail among it’s waves. Erin isn’t afraid to make you sail in the worst of weather, and if you defy her, she will punch you. When she is not sailing she is wrecking homes.

Erin Gallagher

Retired Member

 
 
Elliot BatesRetired MemberWith a smile that can tame lions and a heart of gold, Elliot Bates is our fraternities sweetheart. With a style of his own, Elliot will be making waves with his incredible idea of Semper Festum, his new personal motto to always be celebrating life. This semester Elliot attends parties with a glass of wine that reminds him of his travels, smiling ever knowingly at the team with a nostalgic fondness we all hope to one day have. I rest easy knowing we are guided by the beacon of light that is Elliot's incredible smile.

Elliot Bates

Retired Member

Bohannan BeesRetired Member"BOobies"Also a follower of Elliot's Semper Festum.Has a Brick VIP pass

Bohannan Bees

Retired Member

Tony TonesMemberWalking onto the team as a aging senior, Tony “Alfonso” Tones rejected his disgraceful rowing lifestyle and took the team by the balls. He immediately became a fan favorite. He has grit. He has perseverance. And he always brings a handle. It’s not a party if Tones isn’t there.

Tony Tones

Retired Member

Megan BryantRetired MemberThey say Megan’s hair means she has no soul but they’re wrong because the Weasleys definitely have the biggest hearts. In her free time, she enjoys swimming in Wisconsin, running down slant walk with minimal clothing and dancing obnoxiously.

Megan Bryant

Retired Member

Will ErvinRetired MemberWashed up Commodore with too much time on his hands.

Will Ervin

Retired Member

Ryan SarverRetired MemberRyan Sarver takes his place as our team dad and our mac ‘n’ cheese expert. It’s always a good time visiting his home in Columbus to visit his dog Cali, who is in line to be the next Commodore after current Callie graduates. …

Ryan Sarver

Retired Member

Kevan PigottRetired MemberBeen on the team since 2005. Pumpkin Throwing World Champion, Gold in Beijing 2009, Bronze in Rio 2016.

Kevan Pigott

Retired Member

Dylan ShumwayRetired MemberWhen he is not falling asleep at his own parties, Dylan is often found climbing buildings and running away from the team. He is our only one handed sailor, thanks to the fire breathing incident, but has fully accepted the pirate hook hand lifestyle. Currently he is located in Wisconsin, defending our borders from the Canadians that wish to invade. God bless our troops.

Dylan Shumway

Retired Member

Mary BushRetired MemberMary is our social captain. She keeps our ducks in a row so that we can fully function as a team, and for that, we thank her. This team mother keeps traditions alive and knows how to rally the troops.

Mary Bush

Retired Member

Zach Saxton“Coach of a college sailing team”If you listen closely on a summer’s eve, you can hear Zach’s soundcloud playing in the distance. This rapper-turned-sailor is always freestyling at the lake, so make sure to swing by for a front row spot at his next show. Even though he spends most of his time in the studio, this sailor is anything but wishy washy. He is always down to practice and when the weather is light the rap battles begin. Besides, what better place to get inspiration for your next rap song than at the lake?

Zach Saxton

Retired Member

Alyssa ShermanRetired MemberAlyssa is our team’s good fortune. She read the team’s tarot cards before the start of the season, and it predicted good winds, sunny skies, and a hell of a lot of corona. But we persevered, and with her as our good luck charm, we stand no chance of getting bad vibes.

Alyssa Sherman

Retired Member

Abby O'RourkeRetired MemberUpon hearing that "in general senior year is hard and breaks many a student", Abby stamped her foot, spat on the ground and growled at me. She then proceeded to run off into the night. Local legend has it that during the day she wears the skin of a girl, but at night you can hear a eerie cackling in Hueston woods, and it is said that she turns into a were-Wenzler! She truly has the passion and the wisdom of the beast. May her sails be full of wind and her boat sail fast.

Abby O'Rourke

Retired Member