Saint Vincent College

Name: Josh Gurekovich
Position: Head men's and women's swimming coach
Years at Saint Vincent: 19
Undergraduate Alma Mater/Year: Westminster College, C'99
Undergraduate Degree: History with Secondary Education certification.
College Playing Experience: Four years of varsity swimming at Westminster.
Graduate Degree/Alma Mater: M.S. in Sports Management; California University of Pa. (2011)


What is your favorite part of the job?
Watching the hard work and dedication of our athletes pay off.

What makes Saint Vincent College a unique and enjoyable place to work/coach?
The support I get from my fellow coaches throughout the year.

Do you have a pre-meet ritual?
I like coffee. I stop at Starbucks in North Huntingdon, and then I get me a second one in Greensburg.

Favorite movie?
"A Few Good Men."

Favorite television shows?
All-time -- Sopranos.  Current -- The Bear.  Trash TV -- Below Deck. 

Favorite band/singer?
Weezer.

Favorite athlete of all-time?
Muhammed Ali. 

Favorite current athlete?
Marc-Andre Fleury.

What is a typical day off?
Driving my son to a soccer game or practice, or driving my daughter to a cheer or track practice.

Who is a coach (professional or collegiate) that you look up to?
Tom Burton, Colby College. He has been my mentor since we met in 2001.

What is one thing that most people don't know goes into coaching your sport, or into college coaching in general?
The importance of building relationships with your athletes. They are adults and should be treated and talked to in that manner.

Why should a student-athlete choose to attend Saint Vincent College?
Saint Vincent has a unique environment that allows our student-athletes to not only achieve a high level of success in the pool, field, courts or track but also in the classroom. In addition to our high-achieving student-athletes they are also woven into the fabric of our college community. They are involved in the clubs and activities on campus and make Saint Vincent what it is.