New Rower Information
WHAT KIND OF EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?
None! All we ask is that you attend every practice and work hard. We will teach you the rest. Most rowers have no prior experience until coming to Jesuit.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
A t-shirt, shorts, running shoes, and spandex shorts
WHERE CAN I BUY ROWING SPECIFIC APPAREL?
We will have more information regarding team clothing during parent info meetings. In the meantime, here are companies that sell rowing gear:
www.jlracing.com or
www.regattasport.com
IS THERE A SWIM TEST?
Yes. All Jesuit rowers must pass a basic swim test, which will be administered during a future practice date. Rowers are expected to swim two laps without assistance and tread water for 15 minutes.
ARE THERE CUTS?
Anyone who works hard and is committed to the team will not be cut. The boys will be required to meet a standard, but will be well-prepared to achieve success in performance tests and racing.
CAN CREW HELP ME GET INTO COLLEGE?
Rowing is a Division 1 sport at all top-level schools. Jesuit rowers have been recruited to Cal-Berkeley, Cornell, Georgetown, University of Pennsylvania, U.S. Naval Academy, Dartmouth, MIT and many others. Jesuit Crew is well-known among the top college coaches in the country.
WHERE IS THE BOATHOUSE?
White Rock Boathouse is at:
2810 White Rock Road
Dallas, Texas 75214
ARE THERE CAR-POOLS?
Car pools are typically set up and our upperclassmen do a fantastic job of helping underclassmen get to the lake. Please refer to our Parent Booster Club and Frosh Liaison for more assistance regarding car pool setup.
HOW LONG IS THE SEASON?
The fall season starts in August and ends around Thanksgiving; Winter training starts in December and ends in February; Spring Season starts in February and ends in May.
IS THERE A PARENT BOOSTER GROUP?
Yes. There will be a meeting for all parents forthcoming. Please look for an email regarding more team information as they become available. You may contact
jesuitcrewdallas@gmail.com if you have any questions or think you may not be on the email list.
WHAT TO BRING?
· T-shirt
· Athletic shorts
· Running shoes
PARENT INFORMATION
Please contact
ebrown@jesuitcp.org or
jesuitcrewdallas@gmail.com to be added to the email list.
QUESTIONS?
Please email Coach Eli Brown at
ebrown@jesuitcp.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS CREW?
Crew is a sport that was added to Jesuit in 2001. Jesuit rowers race in shells called "Eights" and "Fours" are guided by a coxswain. Jesuit has earned numerous State, Regional and Scholastic National medals throughout the last few years.
If you are new to the sport of crew, here are some helpful, educational sites where you can learn more:
Eleven Insights to the Sport of Rowing
Rowing Quick Facts
Glossary of Rowing Terms
Viewer’s Guide
WHAT ARE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH BEING A MEMBER OF THE JESUIT CREW TEAM?
Contact
jesuitcrewdallas@gmail.com for costs. If you need financial assistance, reach out to Jesuit Dallas athletic director Steve Koch (
skoch@jesuitcp.org).
HOW LONG DOES THE ROWING SEASON RUN?
The fall season lasts until mid-November. The team practices on the water until December. The winter season is indoors and takes place at Jesuit, culminating in a Jesuit-sponsored erg event in February. Water practices begin again at the end of February and last until early May.
WHAT HAPPENS AT A REGATTA?
It depends on the season, fall or spring. During a fall regatta, races are around 3-miles long. The races last between 12-16 minutes. Fall races are called "Head Races" during which boats are started at 5-10 second intervals. Total time and finishing place are tallied at the end. In the spring, races are between 1000-2000 meters. Boats raced side-by-side and winners are determined by inches.
WHAT SHOULD I DO DURING A REGATTA AS A PARENT?
Give your son space to be with his teammates before and after the races. Jesuit athletes will rest and prepare in the Jesuit tent prior to a race. After a race, athletes will meet with their coach to discuss the race and then de-rig and load their boat. When the boat is loaded on the trailer, Jesuit athletes are free to go and mingle with parents and spectators. Please respect these guidelines as you cheer on Jesuit and your son.
DO WE HAVE TO DO ANYTHING TO INDICATE TO THE SCHOOL THAT THEIR SON IS PARTICIPATING IN CREW?
The boys should sign up their interest during Orientation and also let their counselors know. They can also contact Coach Eli Brown at
ebrown@jesuitcp.org directly with questions and to be added to the roster.
DOES CREW PRACTICE EVERY DAY?
Please contact coaches for the most up to date information regarding practice schedules.
