Rowingwolf7 podcast

In this episode, Josy Verdonkschot shares his thoughts on the 205 Henley Royal Regatta, highlighting standout performances from NYAC's Collins and Wanamaker and offering praise for rising talent Fin Hammill. He reflects on the USA  team's current form following recent World Cup Regattas and racing, he previews key takeaways from standout performances in the men's single, men's quad, women's four,...

Kim Cupini – Tennessee Rowing   In this episode, Kim Cupini, head coach of Tennessee Women's Rowing, talks with Sean about the team's steady climb up the rankings and what it's taken to stay competitive. She reflects on how the rowing landscape has changed, how her squad has handled rising expectations, and the pressure of being in the spotlight.   Cupini highlights the strength of the varsity eig...

Texas  Rowing Coach Dave O'Neill In this episode, we sit down with Texas Rowing Coach Dave O'Neill, fresh off leading the Longhorns to the 2024 NCAA Championship title. We kick things off by getting an update on the Texas program and what's next for the team as they build on their national success. We then dive into the biggest topic in collegiate rowing right now: the new NCAA scholarship regulat...

 Reflections & Road to LA 2028 In this episode we break down the performances celebrating medals in the men's eight and four while asking whether a win in the eight was within reach.  We discuss the focus for this Olympic cycle, including stroke selection and athlete development.  We also address lingering questions about Mike Teti and Tom Terhaar's involvement, highlight new faces on the squad, a...

With 25 days until the start of the Olympics, US Rowing High Performance Director Josy Verdonkschot discusses the team's progress, the Olympic squad's coaches', perspectives on qualifying crews, challenges faced at the World Cup, Beach Sprints , developmental crews racing at HRR, potential medal counts, and thoughts on preparing for 2028. 

Announcing the pilot episode of "The IRA Rowing Insiders," hosted by Whitney Powell, with commentary by Steve Perry and Sean Wolf. Starting next week, the show will transition to a video format and is proudly sponsored and produced by the IRA. Open men , Lightweight Men & Women and DIII Tune in every Thursday at 7:00 pm Eastern time, from "catch" to finish.

In the latest episode of the podcast, NU Head Coach Alex Perkins and Sean dive into the current state of the Northeastern mens rowing program.  We discuss last year's performance and what's in store for this spring, including the anticipated showdown between the huskies of NU and UW   There's also talk about the recent change in the training schedule and rumors circulating about this being one of...

Gabe Winkler and Sean dive deep into the world of men's collegiate rowing with recent results from The Las Vegas Invite" ,  dissecting the latest developments in the Pac-12, to the "Western Sprints". Intense rivalries between Cal, UW, and Stanford to the impact on athletes and squads, we explore it all. Hear about Gabe's national team's glory days, Teti's training methods, and the mantra of 'you d...

In this podcast episode with Justin Best, Silver Medalist Mens 4- We reflect on the past year, including thoughts on medaling, qualifying the four, and the shape of the team heading into 2024. Insights into the process of being selected for the 4- and the challenges of being in and out of the boat throughout last year. We analyze the race itself, coming just about 2 seconds short of GB in the fina...

Join silver medalist Michelle Sechser and I in an engaging podcast episode as she delves into the world of rowing, sharing insights from her training journey with coaches like Josy and Casey Galvanek.  Michelle brings transparency to the discussion, exploring thoughts on Worlds, The Charles, Fall Speed Orders, camps, and the unique bond among lightweight and open women athletes. Discover the finan...

Casey Galvanek and Rowingwolf delve into various topics, including reflections on speed orders, coaching the men's four to silver, changes in the selection process and lineup, progressing from World Cup to final selection, insights into the men's eight, mechanics of GB men's four and eight, coaching the lightweight women's 2x with considerations on lineups and athlete thoughts, assessing the depth...

Harvard Men's Heavyweight Coach Charley Butt and Sean delve into this podcast, covering topics from the current season and expectations to the dynamics of the Harvard Yale race/relationship, coaching changes on the Charles, coaching philosophy, transitioning from a young coach to an older statesman/battle axe on the river, and being the acclaimed sculling guru for athletes like Guerette, Campbell,...

Join Greg and I as we delve into a wide-ranging discussion about Greg's preparations for the Head of the Charles Regatta. We'll explore topics such as: - Greg's collection of Charles medals and course records. - His recent training regimen, including insights into tapering in the last few weeks. - The impact of wake and wave energy, as well as any experiences with injuries. - The quest for better...

A chat with Jimmy Catalano, coxswain of the USA men's eight team. Jimmy talks about his coxing experience in the US system, coaching alongside Alex Perkins at NU, his time as a coxswain at Wisconsin, the development of the men's eight crew, their journey to qualify for the Games, the selection process, collaboration with Josy, nuances between NU and Wisconsin, overcoming being cut from soccer, his...

Fresh  off his first NCAA Championship, Stanford's Head Women's Rowing Coach Derek Byrnes in his one and only podcast and everything is on the table to discuss.  Crew Classic to NCAA Champions , culture , the feels , women's coaching , Ivy programs,   KG and more .  

The return of Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist Xeno Muller.  Xeno discusses his gold medal race ( his rigging ) , thoughts on Ollie , the Greek and Irish , and stoke efficiency, He opens up on Drew Ginn's technique. 545 erg progress in college rowing , Larry Gluckman , Harry Mahon, Josy and so much more. Another can't miss with Xeno!  

One year into the US Rowing HPD position and Josy breaks down Speed Orders , the results, the camps, the coaches,  erg scores, priority boats. Also the eight working with CRC, time standards , qualification year and the clubs and his lost passport .  

Olli and Sean sit down to discuss Olli's recent wins at the World Indoors,  his winning 1x performance at World Rowing Championships, winter training, the men's single feild, the ups and downs of the single , Tokyo , his equipment , his rig ,  2018 - 2022 , his rowing stroke,  forgetting his shirt for  his instagram following and his motivation. A podcast you don't want to miss  

This weeks podcast is sponsored by The San Diego Crew Classic, this week the staff of Oxford Brookes,  Director of Rowing Richard Spratley, Head Coach Henry Bailhache-Webb and Assistant Coach Chris Tebb . Likely the best program for of all University and Elite  Rowing.  Topics Recruitment process, GB University and Elite development, Recent racing, Crew Classic Expectations for men ands the women,...

Fan favorite, San Diego Crew Classic Associate Director Megan Kalmoe and Sean Wolf discuss the upcoming 2023 regatta.  Now a three day, event, practice times , Copley and Jessop- Whittier Cups, Texas, Stanford, Cal, UW, special invites , favorites heading into the collegiate season, West coast vs East Coast , Youth and masters events , club championship event, where to eat,  "drink' and more 

A chat with Jeremy Ivey Rowing Canada National Team Coach, we discuss the unified Rowing Canada coaching front, the state and focus of the team,  working with legendary coaches ( Teti ,Tonks and others ), Canadian focus for Olympic qualification this year, the development ,  Trevor Jones, thoughts on the 8's project from last cycle to this cycle ( men and women ) , lightweights 

A special podcast with the whole Harrison family, Joa, Isaiah and young Elijah.  We discuss the past year for the boys, U-23 silver medal rating a 28 , Elijah's inaugural Charles ,  What can be improved , Senior team plans, Racing Ben Davison , thoughts to the Worlds field with Ollie and Sverri . The plan for the next cycle , time standards , the 2x. College / University plans, Lifestyle training...

Texas Head Coach Dave O'Neill is back!  We discuss repeating as  NCAA Champions, U-23 World Champions, The Texas takeover  New staff , New athletes,  Being the "dark horse" this year,  More women in the coaching ranks,  Women's rowing vs Men's rowing and more

A  deep dive conversation with 4 time Olympian Megan Kalmoe.  We discuss life at training center from 2016 -2020, being on the outside in 21, being an athlete for Tom Terhaar, injury and recovery, hitting the erg score wall, possible coaching, perspective on the new USA athlete and the system.  

We start season 11 with Duke Women's Head Coach Megan Cooke Carcagno.  Can Duke get on terms with Texas, UW and Stanford ?  Culture of the program, Women's Rowing today , Women's coaching today, Hamish Bond  as a volunteer asst and are there enough women's coaches in the sport?