John Hillmann
Interim HEAD Coach

After a strong 2025 season leading the SBRC boys’ crews, John Hillmann returns as Interim Head Coach for Stone Bridge Rowing Club. Last season marked an exciting milestone as SBRC rowed its first year from the new boathouse — a major step forward for the program’s future.

A former competitive rower at Fordham University and father of both SBRC alumni and a current freshman, John brings a deep understanding of the sport’s challenges and rewards. His coaching emphasizes physical strength, mental resilience, and sportsmanship, ensuring every athlete grows both on and off the water.

As a USRowing Level 1 Coach, John focuses this season on developing novice athletes and preparing returning rowers to compete — and win — at the highest level. Working alongside the rest of the SBRC coaches, he’s committed to helping every athlete find confidence, speed, and purpose in their rowing journey.

Linh Tran
Assistant Coach

Coach Linh is back at SBRC for her third season, dedicated to helping every rower and coxswain experience the excitement of personal growth while discovering how their individual contributions drive team success. Last year, she guided the WJV4+ to an impressive silver medal at the Virginia Scholastic Rowing Championship, a top-10 finish at the prestigious Stotesbury Cup Regatta, and a finals appearance at the SRAA Scholastic National Championship—making them the only Loudoun County boat to reach this achievement. 

 As Assistant Coach, she focuses on developing well-rounded student-athletes —teaching rowing technique alongside the mental toughness and social-emotional skills that matter in and out of the boat. For her, rowing isn't just about winning races; it's about having fun while building life skills like teamwork, communication, grit, and dedication that last well beyond high school.  

Justin Rowan
Assistant Coach

Justin Rowan joins Stone Bridge Rowing Club as a first-year assistant coach. A former varsity swimmer and rower at Connecticut College, Justin also coached at Nike Rowing Camps. Beyond his collegiate athletic experience, he has attended multiple athletic and performance conditioning programs. He is eager to apply his knowledge and passion to help SBRC athletes reach their full potential and achieve success on the water.