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The Recruiting Process
Writing an op-ed piece in our newsletter, I feel kind of like the executives who write columns in their airline magazines–does anyone actually read that stuff? I’ll endeavor to be entertaining here, brief, and informative, though my...
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Coxswain Film
We at Sparks announces the release of a new film on the coxswain curriculum coxswain staff has created over the last four years. Ryan Sparks writes "The curriculum is result of the work and thoughts of more brilliant, successful
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Paul Cooke & Brown Men's Rowing
At Brown, "everyone matters" says assistant coach JB Cholnoky. The guys in the fourth eight push the guys in the third eight. This "upward pressure" drives the top boat to "raise its game." "It doesn't...
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Seat Racing Coxswains
Recently I was asked my opinion on seat racing coxswains. Over the years I have been involved in several and have witnessed many more. I actually have done quite well with them, but regardless I do not support them. Let me know what...
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