Summer Training

By Marissa Long

Some of the Men’s Crew have been able to row at the boathouse to keep up with training this summer. Recently, they were able to take out a four with Coach John O’Donnell to row steady state and work on technique. Returning rower, Gillan Corvera stated, “I’m honestly excited, I did not even have a spring season.  Most of my time is now going to go toward this. I missed the team.” Corvera had to leave after the fall season to complete the lifeguard academy and is currently a lifeguard in Hermosa Beach. The team is happy to have him back.

On the water, the crew worked on drills and focused on keeping the boat balanced at a steady state.  Before docking, they finished the practice with an increased rate sprint down the Marine Stadium. Corvera also stated that the practice went a lot better than he expected.

The Men’s Crew warm up before going out on the water. Back left Suki Sra, back right Roan Hutton, front left Gillan Corvera, front right Alejandro Juarez.

Coach John O’Donnell instructs the crew on technique.