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Crew Rowing/Sculling. I competed for 10 years in college and amateur events.

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Recent Answers from Al Pepper

2011-05-05 Catching a crab:

Hi Courtney: Let me tell you a story.  In my very first race, I caught a monstrous crab which nearly broke my nose, stopped the boat dead and caused our crew to finish in last.  I was emotionally devastated

2011-05-02 Possible scholarship:

Hi Ben: Your erg time is in the Top-10% for rowers you age.  That will get a coach's attention.  You might need some more race experience and a few medals to prove that you can row as well on the water

2011-05-02 crew:

Hi Wanda: I'd say you need a total package to be a serious candidate for an athletic scholarship for crew.  Your erg time is well above average.  A time of 7:37 would put you in the Top-25%.  But you also

2011-04-30 Scholarships:

Hi James: I think you have great potential for recruitment be a U.S. or Canadian college by Senior year.  Your above-average 2K time, size and experience all work in your favor.    I'd say by Senior, you

2011-04-29 Novice Women:

Hi Olivia: Your time puts you in the Top-30% for girls your age.  In general, novices can see good gains in their 2K times, as it is reasonable that you can get down to 7:50 by the end of the school year

 

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