Reflecting on a Decade of Rowing, Racing, and Community Building

  Coventry Lake Community Rowing (CLCR) celebrated a decade of making headlines—literally and figuratively! From empowering youth athletes at several high-end regattas (US Rowing Youth Regionals and attending the Nationals in Sarasota FL, the 15th Annual Northeast Fall Championship Regatta, and the Head of the Charles in Boston)  to welcoming first-time adult competitors and even … Read more

Coventry Lake Community Rowing Shines at 2024 Head of the Charles

This past October, Coventry Lake Community Rowing (CLCR) made an inspiring debut at the prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR) in Boston, Massachusetts. Competing for the first time in the world’s largest two-day rowing event, CLCR entered two boats in the PR3 Mixed Inclusive events: the PR3 Mixed Inclusive 4+ and the PR3 Mixed … Read more

Coventry Lake Community Rowing U15 places 1st at the 15th Annual Northeast Fall Championship Regatta!

This past season, our U15 Boys Quad made waves (literally!) at the Regatta Central 15th Annual Northeast Fall Championship Regatta. Competing against some of the strongest crews in the region, our young athletes showed exceptional teamwork, grit, and determination. RESULTS: Our U15 Boys Quad finished 1st place! Their performance was a testament to their hard work … Read more

Common Questions for Parents thinking about rowing as an option for their children

What is rowing and how does it differ from other sports? Rowing is a sport where athletes propel a boat using oars. It differs from other sports in that it requires teamwork, synchronization, and endurance, while also offering a unique on-water experience. There are opportunities for athletes to row and for coxswains who are usually … Read more

The role of a Coxswain

The coxswain is responsible for steering the boat and coordinating the power and rhythm of the rowers. In some capacities, the coxswain is responsible for implementing the training regimen or race plan. Most coaches cannot communicate to boat/coxswain, so the coxswain is the “coach” in the boat. The role can be both critical and fulfilling. While … Read more

The most important race ever

Thank you to Litchfield Rowing Club for saving the day. After dates getting mixed up with North Hampton, then DEEP permits getting cancelled for Amber Zapatka Memorial Regatta, our rowers were left with a trailer ready to go and no place to race. Litchfield had a scrimmage already lined up with Rumsey Hall Rowing and … Read more