Senior Teal Cohen talks about racing at the National Can-Am-Mex Regatta.
- How did you get there?
I had to go to an ID camp [instructional camp focused on improving rowing techniques to achieve success at the international level] where I did an erg test [measurement of strength and ability on an indoor rower] for coaches.
- What event did you row at the Can-Am-Mex Regatta?
I was in the U.S. women’s sweeping boat of four people and another one of eight people.
- Where did the rowers travel from?
There were people from California, Seattle, Texas, Michigan, Florida and some from the East Coast area. We raced against Canada and Mexico.
- How was it different to race against Mexico?
For the Mexicans, there was definitely a language barrier. Mexico ran their rowing programs differently which was fun to see. To be on the starting line next to someone from another country was very cool.
- What role does crew play in your life?
Over the past few years rowing has become such a big part of me, and now I can’t even begin to imagine my life without it. My teammates have inspired me to always push my limits and never leave anything unfinished.
- What’s your next goal?
I’m hoping to go back and make the team for the World Championships. I want to row Division I in college. I should verbally commit to a college soon.
– Maria Harrison – Asst. Features Editor
