Rowers Choice

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Rowing doesn’t just build fast athletes; it humbles people, shapes them, and gives struggle a purpose.
Pat Clary’s story is a reminder that great coaching isn’t only about medals or pedigree — it’s about passion, connection, resilience, and building a culture where every athlete believes they matter.

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In this episode, host Alex DelSordo interviews Chris Samul, head rowing coach at Cranbrook Schools, discuss the "professionalization" of youth sports, creating a culture that balances competitive speed with character development. and the unique value of scholastic rowing in fostering long-term engagement and personal growth through a supportive team environment.

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Rowing doesn’t have a coaching playbook.
No roadmap. No guarantees.
In Episode 4, Malvern Prep Head Coach James Konopka breaks down:
• Learning by just getting in the launch
• Why curiosity beats experience
• And what actually matters in coaching
This is how you build a career in rowing.
🎧 2026e4 is live

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Alex sits down with of to talk about coaching development and the future of the sport.
Two takeaways:
Great coaching education happens in real conversations with other coaches — not just seminars. And young coaches shouldn’t be afraid to reach out. As Sarah shares, sometimes one email asking to observe a practice can open the door to real learning.
A great discussion on mentorship, confidence, and how coaching knowledge spreads through the sport.

Coach, You were something special to everyone you coached. Your love for rowing was one of a kind and truly special. You will be missed.
Alex DelSordo and CJ Bown

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