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Success in sport! – When is enough enough?

When is enough enough? This is an ongoing battle any athlete, and no doubt, professional athletes, battle with all the time. Firstly, I am not, nor have I ever been, a professional athlete or a professional in the field, but I do have a story like all athletes. I constantly Read more

By admin, 10 monthsDecember 13, 2024 ago
Regatta Reviews

2024 Head of the Yarra – Live Preview Show

Join us and an incredible panel of experts as we dive into a preview of the 2024 Head of the Yarra! There’s no better way to get the inside scoop than hearing from those who know this event inside and out. I’ve gathered a few of the best in the Read more

By admin, 10 months ago
Casual Convo's

When the Coxswains Chat – Motivation vs Discipline!

Today I take a refreshing break from our usual masters rowing conversations to chat with Sam Lincoln, a Richmond Rowing Club coxswain and recent recipient of Rowing Victoria’s Coxswain of the Year award. Sam brings a unique perspective to our discussion, straddling both worlds as he is not only a Read more

By admin, 11 monthsNovember 11, 2024 ago
Articles

The Recovery – A Short Term Mental Game!

Starting a journey back from injury after years of non-stop training is both unfamiliar and tough. It feels strange to step back, especially when you’ve been pushing hard for so long. For me, as a triathlete, I’ve rarely rested beyond the odd day or two. So why am I sharing Read more

By admin, 12 monthsOctober 4, 2024 ago
Articles

When S$%T Happens – Are You Still Worthy?

Two weeks out from the Age Group World Multisport Championships, and I find myself in a situation I never imagined. Last year at this time, I was 8 weeks into a solid training program, on track and feeling great, albeit sick of the training. This year? Let’s just say things Read more

By admin, 1 yearAugust 8, 2024 ago
Articles

The Pinnacle of Sport: The Unseen Sacrifices of Olympic Dreams!

When it comes to the pinnacle of sport, it’s the Olympic games. As amateur sports spectators, we easily forget or ignore what goes into just getting a spot on the “starting line”. We tune into the television for the games, all excited and motivated to see our country, our favorite Read more

By admin, 1 yearMay 24, 2024 ago
Casual Convo's

Decoding the Coxswain/ Rower Relationship – Coxswains’ Crew Expectations!

As coxswains, we’re often caught in a tug-of-war between the expectations and desires of our rowers, sometimes with limited insight into our role’s intricacies. It’s a common scenario: rowers offering advice without a full grasp of what it means to be a coxswain. Well I thought it might be time Read more

By admin, 1 yearApril 17, 2024 ago
Miked Up

Miked Up – Footscray Saltwater Grade and Masters Regatta MM4+

This is a ripper! We had a tough battle against Yarra Yarra and Mercantile. The Mercantile Crew were an A grade (meaning late 20-year-olds…) and we had a big handicap in our favour the start. The game was to hold the charge off while keeping Yarra Yarra at bay. We Read more

By admin, 1 yearApril 10, 2024 ago
Regatta Reviews

Head of the Schoolgirls – 2024 Regatta PREview! Live show

Tune into the audio from our first LIVE Facebook show, presented by RowMann Repairs and The Coxswains Journey, on the eve of the 2024 Head of the Schoolgirls Regatta. Our panel, including Binky Kfouri, Rowing Tragic, and Alan Crute from Rowing Regatta Form Guides and Chat, will cover off all Read more

By admin, 2 yearsMarch 14, 2024 ago
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Casual Convo's

Behind the Megaphone! – Coxswains having a Chat!

“A coxswain is an individual entrusted with steering the boat, providing directions to the rowers, ensuring the overall coordination and strategy, while prioritising the safety of the crew during a rowing session or race.” In todays “Casual Convo” I’m thrilled to have a special guest, fellow coxswain Jennifer Pollock from Read more

By admin, 2 yearsDecember 14, 2023 ago

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