Director - Sports Nutrition
Erika Wincheski is in her seventh season with the Royals and third as the Director of Sports Nutrition. In her role, she supports all levels of the organization, develops and maintains nutrition standards, and helps players maximize their performance and recovery through enhancing nutrition. She is a Licensed Dietitian and Board-Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics.
She had spent the previous five-plus years working at EXOS in Phoenix, Ariz., serving roles as a Facility Dietitian, Director of Nutrition – Facilities and most recently as the Director of Nutrition – Pro/Elite Sports Division. During her time with EXOS, she worked under contract with the San Francisco Giants in Major League Baseball as well as the Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Coyotes and U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team.
Wincheski received her bachelor’s degree in nutrition from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, Calif., while she did a postgraduate dietetic internship through the University of Maryland with an emphasis in information technology.
A native of Moss Beach, Calif., Wincheski resides in Phoenix, Ariz., with her dog Willie.