How to increase the effectiveness of your coxswain evaluations
Evals have been a frequent topic of discussion this week between the heavyweight and lightweight coaches and I. One ofContinue reading
College, Coxing, Racing, Recordings
Coxswain Recordings, pt. 38
University of Michigan 2014 Head of the Charles men's Collegiate 8+ Something I noticed in this recording was a distinct lack of decisive calls/moves. There…
Ergs, Teammates & Coaches, Training & Nutrition, Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Ergo
I think this just found a spot on my list of top five best rowing videos. Can you imagine if your seat in the boat came…
Things that affect the set: Bladework
A pretty common question amongst coxswains is "what are all the things that affect the set of the boat?". I've been asked it more times…
Qualities of a Varsity Coxswain
Previously: Part 1 || Part 2 || Part 3 || Part 4
Video of the Week: “Why I Row” with Gevvie Stone
Coming from a mainstream magazine with no ties to rowing, this video is really well done. My favorite part is her subtly counting in the…
Music to erg to, pt. 128
One week of camp left and then ... school starts. I'll be in Maine this weekend but will try to answer emails when I can…
Question of the Day
I graduated college (men’s ACRA club) last spring and get asked regularly to cox competitive master’s boats. I always have fun coxing once I have…
Question of the Day
I’m trying out for New Trier Novice Rowing in a couple days (go NT! I was super excited to see New Trier in the 8+…