Fergus, Tom, Camilla and Ed rattle through three of the major tideway races as the head racing season draws to a close. A new world order in junior women's sweep? Can Shiplake win it all? Will anyone ever overhaul Thames and Brookes?

All this and more in this week's episode.

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Filippi are one of the most instantly recognisable rowing boat brands in the world. Since inception in 1980, they’ve carried crews to over 400 medals at World Championship and Olympic level and have a network of dealers across the globe. They pride themselves on an ability to custom-create shells of the highest specification, suitable for Olympic champions and novice athletes. Today, the running of the boatyard is undertaken by David Filippi; the yard employs 60 technicians and produces just over 1100 boats each year which supply Federations worldwide.

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There's no messing around this week, Tom Morgan is in conversation with USRowing's Chief High Performance Officer Josy Verdonkschot. It's a brilliant conversation, he's a brilliant coach, what's not to like!

Josy  began his new role in January of 2022.He brings more than two decades of international coaching experience and an exceptional track record of success.

The dutchman served as the women's head coach for The Netherlands from 2014 to 2021, leading his athletes to three medals at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. In total, he has coached crews to seven Olympic medals, including two golds.

This episode is sponsored by Filippi.

Filippi are one of the most instantly recognisable rowing boat brands in the world. Since inception in 1980, they’ve carried crews to over 400 medals at World Championship and Olympic level and have a network of dealers across the globe. They pride themselves on an ability to custom-create shells of the highest specification, suitable for Olympic champions and novice athletes. Today, the running of the boatyard is undertaken by David Filippi; the yard employs 60 technicians and produces just over 1100 boats each year which supply Federations worldwide.

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Fergus is joined by New Zealand Olympic Champions Grace Prendergast & Kerri Gowler as they take turns in asking the other about rowing and their wider lives.

Who was the most likely to cry on the podium?  Who was most likely to fear an ergo session? Who is the worst loser? These questions and whole heap more answered in this episode.

This episode is sponsored by Filippi.

Filippi are one of the most instantly recognisable rowing boat brands in the world. Since inception in 1980, they’ve carried crews to over 400 medals at World Championship and Olympic level and have a network of dealers across the globe. They pride themselves on an ability to custom-create shells of the highest specification, suitable for Olympic champions and novice athletes. Today, the running of the boatyard is undertaken by David Filippi; the yard employs 60 technicians and produces just over 1100 boats each year which supply Federations worldwide.

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Fergus, Camilla, Tom and Ed are back for the eighth instalment of the pod. We dive into in the most recent round of GB Trials, run through the latest updates from Henley Royal and we're privileged to be joined by Jeannine Gmelin to discuss her decision to retire and relationship with the late Robin Dowell.

This episode is sponsored by Filippi.

Filippi are one of the most instantly recognisable rowing boat brands in the world. Since inception in 1980, they’ve carried crews to over 400 medals at World Championship and Olympic level and have a network of dealers across the globe. They pride themselves on an ability to custom-create shells of the highest specification, suitable for Olympic champions and novice athletes. Today, the running of the boatyard is undertaken by David Filippi; the yard employs 60 technicians and produces just over 1100 boats each year which supply Federations worldwide.

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This week, Rosie has put together her bumper quiz to look back on the 2022 rowing year. Fergus, Rachel Egan and Alex McMullen are team Bucks while Tom, Camilla and Archie Donald are team Berks. Sit back and enjoy the chaos unfold. Questions range from Nat Schools, HOCR, HRR and so much more.

From all of us at JRN, have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.


This week we're sponsored by Bont Rowing. They are a Rowing Shoe company dedicated to producing the world’s best and only anatomically correct rowing shoes. Their shoes are designed around the shape of your feet for greater comfort, performance and improved injury prevention. Visit https://bontrowing.com/ for more!

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Fergus, Tom Ed and Rosie dive into the plethora of racing that's been taking place. Fergus gives his state of the Union of the Blue Star, Ed throws around some Brookes hot takes and what was in the goody bags at the Presidents Challenge?

All in this week's episode.

This episode is sponsored by Filippi. Filippi are one of the most instantly recognisable rowing boat brands in the world. Since inception in 1980, they’ve carried crews to over 400 medals at World Championship and Olympic level and have a network of dealers across the globe. They pride themselves on an ability to custom-create shells of the highest specification, suitable for Olympic champions and novice athletes. Today, the running of the boatyard is undertaken by David Filippi; the yard employs 60 technicians and produces just over 1100 boats each year which supply Federations worldwide.

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Fergus, Tom and Camilla look back on Fours Head and the pink wave that swept up the Tideway. We ask the question: Switzerland or the Thames RC afterparty?

This episode is sponsored by Filippi.

Filippi are one of the most instantly recognisable rowing boat brands in the world. Since inception in 1980, they’ve carried crews to over 400 medals at World Championship and Olympic level and have a network of dealers across the globe. They pride themselves on an ability to custom-create shells of the highest specification, suitable for Olympic champions and novice athletes. Today, the running of the boatyard is undertaken by David Filippi; the yard employs 60 technicians and produces just over 1100 boats each year which supply Federations worldwide.

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Fergus, Camilla, Tom and Ed look back on a bumper couple of weeks in the rowing world. Can Tom win $16,000 at the Gold Cup? What did Camilla win as a J14? Who did Fergus famously scalp at trials? It's all in this week's episode along with a recap of some fantastic racing.

This week we're sponsored by Bont Rowing. They are a Rowing Shoe company dedicated to producing the world’s best and only anatomically correct rowing shoes. Their shoes are designed around the shape of your feet for greater comfort, performance and improved injury prevention. Visit https://bontrowing.com/ for more!

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Tom Morgan sits down with recently retired Olympic Champion, Grace Prendergast.

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Fergus, Camilla and Ed look back on  brilliant Head of The Charles which saw Leander's women conquer America. We preview Wingfield Sculls and discuss Fours Head's capacity issues

This episode is sponsored by WinTech. WinTech Racing’s mission is to make it easier & more affordable to buy quality boats that improve performance at all levels.

Their high performance racing boats have been used successfully to win gold medals and break course records at both domestic and International regattas over the past few years including here at Henley Royal Regatta.

WinTech are also proud to partner with clubs and organisations offering more affordable options to help them quickly grow larger fleets of boats to allow more people to access our sport from a range of diverse backgrounds.

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