Things could have turned out much different for Columbia University coach Nich Lee Parker. The goal was music, the result is being one of the top lightweight mens rowing coaches in the country. Things weren't always perfect for Nich, but after a humbling introduction to rowing a 2000m piece [thanks to Olympian Bryan Volpenheim], Nich got hooked on rowing and never looked back. Ohio State, Purdue, Yale and currently Columbia, Nick has some great rowing stories to tell. To learn more about Nick Lee Parker and Columbia rowing, check out this link - https://gocolumbialions.com/sports/lightweight-rowing To find Nich's awesome Be Here Now hat, check out https://sunlifeorganics.com/collections/all

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2022e6 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Nich Lee Parker

"Tall Athletes Wanted; or those tough enough to make up the difference!" Looking for something to do while at college, Rebecca wasn't going to shy away from that note. Rebecca first learned to row at UCSB, and now, just a few years later has worked her way up and earned herself the head coaching role at Fordham University in New York City. Alex and Rebecca have a great conversation about her path to Fordham and overcoming the obstacles she faces being one of the youngest women to coach a D1 program! To learn more about Fordham Rowing, you can get in touch with Rebecca by visiting this link: https://fordhamsports.com/sports/womens-rowing

2022e5 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Rebecca Gronsdahl - Fordham

Rowers Choice Live - January 2022 - Dallas On January 31, 2022, We brought two coaches to Dallas to talk rowing. Dave O'Neill of Texas and Nick Johnson of Barry came to Dallas with us to discuss three main topics. 1. The Future of high school, college and national team rowing. 2. How do you prepare for the transition between High School and College? 3. What is the best way to navigate the recruiting process. We also gave parents, coaches and athletes in the audience an opportunity to ask questions directly to the coaches. This was an incredible show and one not to be skipped.

Rowers Choice Live - January 2022 - Dallas

Its very fitting that John Boyd is now the head coach at Iona College, after all it is where he first learned to row! John was part of a successful Iona team as a student, and in 2019, returned to Iona to take the helm. Alex has a great conversation with John, discussing his journey through coaching, starting at Radnor in Philadelphia before his return to Iona. If you are interested in learning more about Iona College rowing, you can check it out at https://icgaels.com/sports/2020/2/20/recruiting-information.aspx

2022e4 - Rowers Choice Podcast - John Boyd - Iona College

Sam Pratt was 5 years old when he first sat on a rowing machine. Son of two British rowers, Sam was destined to be in and around rowing. Alex has an excellent conversation with Sam about his journey through rowing to his current role as head coach of Adrian College Crew.

2022e3 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Sam Pratt Adrian

2022e2 Nick Johnson Barry University Nick Johnson is the head coach at Barry University and has been coaching for quite a while. He started as a high school coach, gaining some great experience working with a number of teams in the Washington DC area. Now at Barry University, he has a great squad and year round rowing in sunny Miami! Interested in rowing at Barry University? Check them out here: https://gobarrybucs.com/sports/rowing

2022e2 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Nick Johnson

2022e1 Jaclyn Smith Long Island University Rowing Jacklyn Smith got her start on Long Island, so its only appropriate that she is now the head coach of Long Island University. This brand new program has an experienced, Olympian leading the charge for their brand new program. Listen to Alex and Jaclyn discuss her introduction to rowing, her path to the Olympics and her new role as the head coach at Long Island University Rowing!

2022e1 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Jaclyn Smith

We end this years podcasts with an awesome conversation with University of Minnesota Womens head coach, Alicea Strodel. Alicea took over the Gophers mid pandemic, and has been working to create an exciting new culture. She has a long history of rowing at Syracuse University prior to Minnesota as well. This is an excellent way to end our 2021 podcasts! Be sure to check out University of Minnesota Womens rowing at https://gophersports.com/sports/womens-rowing

2021e18 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Alicea Strodel

Kate Sweeney was born to be a part of Ohio State. A third generation Buckeye, Kate attended and now is the head coach at Ohio's most prestigious institution. Listen to this great conversation between Kate and Alex. Find out more about Ohio State Rowing and connect with Kate at https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/w-rowing/

2021e17 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Kate Sweeney

Gregg Hartsuff started rowing by accident. He was supposed to be playing football! Considering he was a 'late starter', it's incredible that Gregg has been the head coach at University of Michigan Men's rowing since 1992. His rowing knowledge is seemingly endless, he is a founder of ACRA rowing and he has made Michigan rowing a powerhouse program. Don't miss this podcast and be sure to check out Michigan mens rowing at https://michiganrowing.org

2021e16 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Gregg Hartsuff

Debbie Prowse had an amazing high school and college career at Holy Spirit High School and Boston University, before taking time away from rowing to raise her family. Now she is back in the mix as the head coach at Liberty University!

2021e15 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Debbie Prowse

Craig White is on a mission. He has a vision and a drive to change the sport for the better and knows what it is going to take to get it done. He isn't the loudest out there, but he is talking about what needs to happen, and is actually making the changes and doing the things that the sport of rowing needs to improve. This wasn't our traditional 1-on-1 podcast. Craig brought along some of his athletes to talk about their experiences and how rowing has made an impact of their lives. This is a must listen! First posted July 2020.

2021e14 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Craig White

November 2021 - USRowing has recently voted to change the by laws and try to guide USRowing in a positive and forward direction. Alex had the chance to sit down with USRowing Board of Directors President Nobu Ishizuka and discuss the changes, what USRowing is trying to accomplish with the changes, and the future of USRowing.

2021e13 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Nobu - USRowing

Brian Conley is the Head Coach at Lehigh University. With experience at St. Joes Prep, Penn, Lower Merion, Dartmouth, and now Lehigh, Brian has been in and around rowing for a long time. He has used this experience to build one of the fastest programs in the Patriot League. He is an amazing coach and Lehigh is an amazing place to row. Check Lehigh Rowing out at https://lehighsports.com/sports/womens-rowing

2021e12 - Rowers Choice Podcast - Brian Conley

Stephanie Ricker is the new head coach of Bryant University. She has great experience from a number of good schools, has overcome some difficulties, and is now on track to lead the new D1 team at Bryant University. Be sure to check this podcast out!

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