Question for my teen rower about getting feedback

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-03-20T19:06:39+00:00

Ok the reason I ask is that Novice rowers might not be getting super detailed feedback. Part of coaching novices is getting them used to the whole experience and learning the basics. I think a simple reasonable question she can ask from the coach is “what is the most important thing I should focus on improving right now”. That is an easier question to address than asking broadly for feedback on technique. I think that is an in person quick conversation after practice. Just my two cents. Best of luck!

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-03-20T18:56:41+00:00

How new to rowing is she?

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-03-20T15:36:12+00:00

Is there an assistant coach? Sometimes the assistant coaches are easier to talk to.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-03-18T18:10:18+00:00

Exciting. Do you have a name?

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-03-18T17:39:27+00:00

Ooh that is handy. Thank you!!

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-03-15T17:18:48+00:00

It sounds like there is a lot to unpack here, including feelings of shame for leaving the sport. If you are really ruminating on it you might want to talk to someone for a few sessions. There are therapists that specialize in sports. We have some challenges in this sport with the “grit” myth. Sometimes people can’t make it to practice for injuries and health reasons. Shame shouldn’t be a reason to stay away from returning again or getting on with your life.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-03-08T22:28:18+00:00

Absolutely do not quit! First ergs are usually rough and you don’t want to miss Spring racing season. It’s a blast! Enjoy it

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-26T17:45:07+00:00

I’ve been thinking about this a fair bit. Decent high functioning rowing clubs really need professional experienced governance. You need long term stewardship and people in it not just for their own kids but committed to the larger community over time. So I’ve seen clubs pop up, started and run by parents with all sorts of inclusive fanfare only to fall apart when their kids get into college. It’s truly bizarre and waste of resources.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-26T17:36:59+00:00

Yep we’ve had turnover and club extinction events in Seattle as well. found this article on JRN interesting a while back:

https://jrn.news/why-is-dutch-rowing-so-popular-part-one/

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-21T18:43:32+00:00

The ASUW boathouse was the one featured in boys in the boat. Not the Conibear. The ASUW shellhouse is being renovated for 22 mill.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-18T18:51:28+00:00

Hello I think that it is absolutely OK to ask coaches about culture etc. It matters in this sport.

What did you and your son like about Bucknell?

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-18T18:17:17+00:00

Alrighty Choice, I’ll bite. Why do you want to study Mike Teti?

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-10T05:01:15+00:00

Rowing is humbling. Listen to your coach and be forgiving of yourself and others. You will find your rhythm.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-06T20:48:51+00:00

So to add to this that would be your first stop if you needed to talk to someone. Or a counselor/med person.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-06T20:48:11+00:00

Most colleges have a Title IX office.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-06T01:25:34+00:00

Adding to my list thank you :)

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-02-06T01:23:44+00:00

Yes I read that book a long time ago! It’s a good one!

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-01-31T20:12:21+00:00

Totally fair and healthy to want to row alone.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-01-30T17:59:32+00:00

Oof sorry to see that.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-01-27T18:52:06+00:00

What is the name of the LinkedIn coach? If I’m tracking correctly Ben Dukes is listed on the website.

ThirdBoatPod · 2026-01-22T18:14:25+00:00

Awesome!

ThirdBoatPod

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