We got into the racing shell yesterday and today for the first time on the Schuylkill River !!! :D
However, the two days were starkly different.
Monday, was our first day actually going down the river in a racing shell; because, although on Friday we got into the shell, Coach Tom's motor boat did not work. Therefore, because we are novices, we could not go on the river alone, i.e. without a coach near us.
On Monday, however, the motor boat was working, so we actually went out on the river.
There was some serious issues with balancing. Half the time I could not get my oar out of the murky water to take a stroke. Being in the bow seat, I needed to take strokes in order to control the boat in the correct direction at the beginning, end, and during turns, but was unable to.
Let's just say by the end of the practice, I was frustrated to say the least. I will not go any further with as to why because what happens at the boathouse, stays at the boathouse.
Today, Tuesday, was quite different though, thankfully. The boat was actually stable ! I actually rowed with my oar in the water ! Thank you crew-mates !!! We need to work together in order to succeed this season :)
Let's go Mawrters :D !!!
Crew love !
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