COACHES
Coach Gregg Sarbak brings more than 30 years of coaching experience to PWR Swimming. Throughout his career, he has coached swimmers at the age-group, high school, college, and masters levels, helping athletes of all abilities develop both in and out of the pool.
Coach Gregg has a deep passion for the sport and for helping young athletes grow. His coaching philosophy is simple: every swimmer can improve with the right combination of strong technique, a positive attitude, and consistent effort. At the heart of his approach is the belief that a happy swimmer is a fast swimmer, and that confidence and enjoyment in the water are key ingredients for long-term success.
Over the years, Coach Gregg has guided numerous athletes to high levels of achievement. In the past seven years alone, he has coached seven Junior National qualifiers. Of those junior national swimmers there were two 9th place and numerous top 20 finishes. His swimmers have also earned multiple Top 10 rankings in USA Swimming.
Coach Gregg is committed to creating a positive and motivating environment where swimmers can reach their full potential while developing a lifelong love for the sport.
Coach Chris has been in the water since the age of 4 and brings a lifetime of swimming experience to PWR Swimming. From USA Swimming and YMCA programs to competing in IM and distance events at Lycoming College, swimming has always been a huge part of his life.
Chris began coaching while still in high school and has a passion for helping athletes grow in confidence, improve their skills, and enjoy the sport along the way.
Coach Chris believes swimming should be fun, hard work matters, and every athlete can improve with consistent effort.
He enjoys helping swimmers build confidence, develop their skills, and succeed both in and out of the water.
We’re excited to have Coach Chris helping swimmers Train. Grow Excel..
Coach Jocelyn has been involved in competitive swimming for 15 years. She is currently a Division II swimmer at Gannon University, where she continues to compete at a high level while pursuing her academic goals. With five years of coaching experience with all ages, Jocelyn is enthusiastic and passionate about helping athletes develop strong technique, confidence, and a strong work ethic. She strives to create a supportive and challenging environment that promotes growth both in and out of the pool.
Nikki Mobilia Cole Is a North East High School swim team alumni. During the day you'll find her in the corporate office at Arrowhead Wine Cellars, as CFO. Her afternoons are spent at the North East School District pool, where she is the Assistant Varsity swim coach. In the evenings she coach's a bronze group for PWR. Nikki also coaches the summer swim team for North East Little Pickers, and is a certified lifeguard.
Little’s Coach-Kaitlyn Bosy Lazenby began her competitive swimming career at the age of six in Canada, where she grew up. That early love for the water led her to Gannon University, where she competed at the collegiate level and earned the distinction of being a two-time NCAA All-American.
After completing four successful years as a student-athlete, she continued her journey at Gannon as an assistant swim coach while earning her master’s degree in Health Science–Occupational Therapy. Her experience as both an elite swimmer and a coach allows her to bring knowledge, passion, and mentorship to every athlete she works with.
Outside of coaching, she is a proud wife and mother of two little ones who brings her endless joy. When she’s not working as an OT or on the pool deck, she enjoys running and spending quality time with her family
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With over 30 years of swim instruction experience and more than a decade of coaching, Coach Kristen brings a lifelong passion for the water to every swimmer she works with. As an active triathlete and open water swimmer, she understands both the joy of swimming and the dedication it takes to grow in the sport.
Coach Kristen believes swimming is for everyone. From learning essential water safety skills to pursuing competitive goals, she is passionate about helping swimmers build confidence, develop technique, and enjoy the process along the way. Her coaching philosophy centers on meeting each swimmer where they are and guiding them toward where they want to go — all while making swimming a fun and rewarding experience.
Meet Coach Morgan Ernst -now entering her 4th year with PWR Swimming! 🌊
A former collegiate swimmer at Clarion University, Morgan brings years of experience in and out of the pool along with a passion for teaching and helping every swimmer grow with confidence. An Erie, Pa native, she is currently continuing her education in Special Education at Gannon University.
Coach Morgan’s philosophy says it best:
“Anyone can learn to do anything, no matter what their ability is, as long as they give it their best effort.”
We’re excited for another great season with Coach Morgan on deck! 💙
A Fairview native and former PWR swimmer, Coach Ned brings years of experience working with athletes of all ages, from young beginners to high school swimmers.
His coaching philosophy is built on trust, purpose, and hard work. Coach Ned believes that to get the best out of a swimmer, you must put the person first. By building strong relationships and helping athletes understand the purpose behind every practice, he creates an environment where swimmers can grow in confidence and reach their potential.
Whether he's coaching a 3-year-old learning the basics or an experienced swimmer striving for their next goal, Coach Ned is passionate about helping athletes improve both in and out of the water.
Train. Grow. Excel.!