In this episode, John Graves, Head Coach for the Dartmouth College Women’s Rowing Program, dives into athletic versatility and why rowers should play multiple sports in high school, the value of small boats in college rowing, and what he looks for in aspiring Division 1 rowers at an Ivy League program!

Key Takeaways:

• Athletic “Range” - Why participating in multiple sports in high school can preserve “emotional capital” and lead to more success long term. 

• Rowing Technique and “Play” - The value of small boats for college rowing and developing a comfort in the single that will help drive confidence in an eight. 

• Cross Training - John’s unique view on cross training and why Dartmouth takes advantage of the winter to disconnect from the ergs to cross country ski. 

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