Rod is an inspirational coach who has a great capability to connect with racers and get them to perform at their best. His passion for alpine ski racing is evident in his work with the Sparta Ski Team over the past seven years, where he has successfully led both the boys' and girls' ski teams to impressive achievements. Under his guidance, the team secured two consecutive Public School State Championship titles in 2023 and 2024, along with receiving the NJISRA Sportsmanship Award for the past four seasons. Rod's leadership has been crucial to the team's success, and his dedication has not gone unnoticed, as he was honored with the prestigious title of "NJ Ski Coach of The Year" for three consecutive years, from 2022 to 2024. Additionally, Rod served as the Coach of the NJ State Ski Team at the 2023 and 2024 Eastern Regional High School Championships in New Hampshire..

Apart from his coaching responsibilities at Sparta High School, Rod also imparts his knowledge and skills in Vermont, where he coaches alpine racers at Stratton Mountain. He is the visionary behind the innovative "Don't Just Ski. RACE." alpine training programs and ski instructions, which reflect his deep love for skiing and his dedication to nurturing the potential of young athletes. Rod's influence transcends the local level, as he continues to make significant contributions to the ski racing community through his involvement in various programs and associations. His role as the Vice President on the board of the New Jersey Interscholastic Ski Racing Association further underscores his commitment to the sport and his desire to promote excellence in ski racing.  

USSA Level 200 Alpine Race Coach & Official | VARA Ski Coach | NJISRA Head Coach | NJISRA Vice President | NJISRA Petro Chair | Stratton SWSC Alpine Race Coach | Stratton SMSS Professional Ski Instructor | USSA Alpine Competition Official (CO) & Jury Advisor | U.S. SafeSport | CPR, First Aid, AED & Stop The Bleed