Coaches & Directors

We are here to support your needs. If your questions are related to workouts, meets, events, goal setting, and other swimming related needs, please contact one of the coaches. For all questions related to administrative, such as dues, safety, or policy issues, please contact one of the board members.

Coaching Staff

Ervin Zador

Head Coach

We are privileged to have Ervin Zador returning for another season with the Ripon Sea Lions. Coach Zador is an Olympic water polo champion and a respected swim coach. This will be his 8th season as the head coach for the Ripon Sea Lions.

For more information on Coach Zador’s olympic experience, read the Sports Illustrated article.

Kim Andre

Assistant Coach

Board of Directors

Julie Thompson

President

Shannon Esenwein

Vice President

Kevin Hawes

Treasurer

Stephanie Pratt

League Representative

Don Winter

Secretary

Dave Rigney

Meet Official

Stacy Blumberg

Volunteer Coordinator

Tani Hanes

Media Representative

Steve Lewis

Hospitality Coordinator

Bob Martin

Technical Specialist

Serena Johnson

Fundraiser Coordinator