Ready, Row! USA #85: A Conversation with Amanda Kraus, new CEO of USRowing
“I think many people would like to hear Amanda’s vision for growing and diversifying the sport,” said our guest host, Jim Dietz. “For many years we have been viewed as an elitist sport coming from prep school and Ivy League rowing. In the past 25 years thanks to Title IX we have seen exponential growth […]
Ready, Row! USA #84 – Rowing to Recovery
We all know that rowing is low-impact, requires mindfulness and focus, builds physical strength and stamina. For recovery from breast cancer to physical injury to addiction to PTSD and other aspects of mental health, rowing is uniquely suited as a tool to regain and maintain a healthy mind and body. In this episode, we have […]
Ready, Row! USA #83: Rowing for All?
How do we mobilize as a rowing community to make our sport more accessible to people from a wider range of communities, financial resources, and physical abilities? Our panel discussion focuses on the recent initiatives of three leaders in the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in rowing. Panelists: Coach Richard Butler, former ED […]
Ready, Row! USA #82: Head of the Charles, 2020 Style
The competition is heating up for #HOCR4702! In a sign of the times, the Head Of The Charles, the venerable 55-year-old, two-day rowing regatta that often attracts half a million people and 1,200+ athletes to the Charles River in Boston, will be run this year as a “global remote event.” So don’t worry about the […]
Ready, Row! USA #81 – “A Most Beautiful Thing”
In this episode, you will meet the inspiring principals in the documentary “A Most Beautiful Thing” – Arshay Cooper, Alvin Ross, Preston Grandberry, Malcolm Hawkins, and Ray “Pookie G” Hawkins, and their first coach, Ken Alpart. The newly released film, directed by Olympic rower Mary Mazzio (50 Eggs Films), is drawing deep praise across the […]
Ready, Row! USA #80: Rowers Seeking Singles!
“Sweeps Rowers Seek Singles!” Buying a single or double shell may not be *exactly* like dating, but these days it can be just as stress-inducing – or thrilling, depending on your perspective! And if you’re a sweeps rower, you’ll need to learn how to use two oars! Our correspondent Mark Wilson of All-American Rowing Camp […]
Ready, Row! USA #79: Reopening Your Rowing Club
What’s your boathouse/club doing to weather the pandemic and safely invite members back? Our special guest for this episode is Director of Rowing Programs for the George Pocock Rowing Foundation, Padriac McGovern. Padraic has been a thought leader throughout the COVID crisis, approaching shutdown and re-openings and future planning in a thoughtful and collaborative manner. […]
Ready, Row! USA #78: Rowing with PRIDE!
At Ready, Row! USA, Pride Month is all about inclusion and opportunity, supporting friends & teammates as we grow this amazing sport. Guests: Brian Todd, founder and executive director of the Gay & Lesbian Rowing Federation. You may have seen Brian at regattas or the USRowing Convention, inviting people to sign the Rower’s Pledge (glrf.info […]
Ready, Row! USA #77: Blades of Glory
It’s time to geek out! Join us as we talk to Kevin Stevenson at Concept 2 to talk about the new Comp Blade. Get some history and technical insight into rowing oar design and innovation. Ready, Row! USA series text, graphics, audio, and video © by Pierce Press; all rights reserved. CLUB NEWS: SUBMIT HERE […]
Ready, Row! USA #74: Rise & Retrofit
Several leaders in the rowing industry are using their efforts and their warehouses to aid healthcare workers in the fight against the Coronavirus pandemic. Join us as we talk to John Strotbeck, CEO of Boathouse, and Alix James, CEO of Nielsen- Kellerman about their efforts. SUBMIT YOUR CLUB NEWS HERE SUBMIT GADGETS & GEAR HERE […]