Coxswain Chronicles: Steering through the waters of leadership, strategy, training, and team dynamics in every episode. The podcasts are unscripted and off the cuff! Pure honesty!
There is arguably no more iconic eights race in the Southern Hemisphere (and perhaps even the world) than the Head of the Yarra, hosted by Hawthorn Rowing Club (disclaimer: my club!). And I say that with considerable pride. First held in 1957, the Head of the Yarra has become one Read more
The title speaks for itself, crashes will happen. In this episode, we delve into a real situation that occurred to me only the day before this podcast while it was still raw and fresh. This episode highlights the value of good communication and being aware if your communication is effective. Read more
In this powerful mini-episode, I dive into the single most crucial responsibility for coxswains that surpasses all other duties – crew safety. Whether you’re working with juniors or masters, this brief but vital discussion covers: Quick, direct, and potentially life-saving – this is a must-listen for every cox and rowing Read more
In this live and uncut episode recorded from the banks of the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith, I share my thoughts and feelings just minutes before starting gun of the Australian Supersprint Triathlon Championships. This is not a rowing episode, but rather an exploration of my emotions, ambitions, and Read more
In this powerful episode of The Coxswain’s Journey I draw on 40+ years of sporting experience to tackle one of sports most universal challenges: pre-race nerves and anxiety. From legendary performer Barry Humphries’ pre-show jitters to my personal experiences as a coxswain, rower and triathlete, discover how top performers channel Read more
Want to level up your coxing game? In our latest episode of The Coxswain’s Journey, we break down 10 essential tips that will transform how you lead your crew. From building trust with your rowers to mastering environmental challenges on the water, this episode is packed with practical insights for Read more
In this essential episode of The Coxswain’s Journey, I dives deep into what happens once you hit the water on race day. Whether you’re a novice cox or a seasoned veteran, this episode is packed with race-winning strategies and real-world insights. Key Highlights: Don’t miss my candid state championships story Read more
In this essential episode, I breaks down everything you need to know about race day preparation from a coxswain’s perspective. Whether you’re a novice or experienced cox, this episode is packed with practical tips and strategic insights to help you perform at your best. Key Episode Highlights: Pro Tip: “Being Read more
In this episode, we cover the aspects that are required from a coxswain during training, from arriving at training, getting on the water, on water training and what we do after we come off the water. It’s in training we build the “bones” or structure of how the race will Read more
Welcome to The Coxswain’s Journey, the podcast that dives deep into the world of rowing coxswains. In this introductory episode, we’ll give you a brief overview of what you can expect from the role of the coxswain in the boat, and why it’s such an important position for any successful Read more