Week Behind
We had a great trip to Philadelphia for the 96th Stotesbury Cup Regatta. While none of our five boats advanced out of the time trials on Friday, we had some spectacular rows. This was highlighted by the Men’s Junior Quad which dropped 13 seconds from their States time, even though the race on Friday was into a strong headwind where everyone else’s times were worse. Everyone rowed hard and left the race feeling like they had given it their all.
[Miss the regatta? Catch the spirit through photo/video captures at our Justice Rowing Photo/Video gallery.]
Week Ahead
We will see the level of interest in practicing this week and the availability of coaches before making a determination about practice for the rest of the week. (Coach Nate contracted Strep throat and may/not be available).
As we approach the end of season awards and planning ahead, rowers who are interested in potentially being a captain for next year should reach out to Coach Nate to express their interest.
Coach Nate
From the Boosters
Panera Bread Fundraiser THIS WEDNESDAY — Join us (and tell all your neighbors about it) at Panera Bread, 5857 Leesburg Pike, Bailey’s Crossroads, VA 22041, May 24, 2023 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 PM. Let the cashier you are there for the fundraiser before paying, and use promo code FUND4U for mobile, kiosk, and online orders. Take this chance to eat up and support the Justice Rowing program!
Year End Potluck Picnic and Awards Event – June 3, 5–7:00PM (NOTE TIME CHANGE TO ACCOMMODATE ROWERS TAKING THE SAT), Sleepy Hollow Bath and Racquet Club, 3516 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Falls Church. Let’s make it a great year-end celebration for our rowers and coaches: Sign up!
Calling 2023-24 Justice Rowing parents! It’s not too early to be thinking about how you can support the team next year. Just a few of the roles we are looking to fill include: 1) Wreath, Poinsettia and Coffee fundraising coordinator team; 2) Recruiting Chair; 4) and many, many more! Please email if you have any questions about the jobs or what is required. Click here for position descriptions and choose how you can best support your rower today.
Last Carwash of the Season — Sunday, June 11
Support the Justice Rowing crew! The time is 1-5 PM at the First Christian Church, 6165 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church — near Seven Corners and Patrick Henry. Please share with friends, neighbors and family. Justice crew is small but mighty and completely reliant upon fundraising as there are no funds provided by FCPS. We are inclusive and provide scholarships to those who cannot afford dues, but want to row. We also have many equipment and other needs to support the team. Thank you for supporting our Justice rowers! All rowers are required to attend. For more information contact rowing parent volunteer Melanie Brookes-Weiss.
Justice Rowing Learn to Row Mini-Camp
We are looking for both adult and rower volunteers to help organize our Summer Learn to Row mini-camp for rising Freshmen to Justice High School, and others new to rowing. Camp lasts three days and is held at Sandy Run Regional park (where we practice). Adults are needed to arrange/proctor a swim test for all participants, and rowers are needed to help coach the elements of rowing, etc. Potential weeks for the camp will be June 19 or June 26. Please reach out if you can help!
Row Strong,
David Trissell
President
Justice High School Rowing Boosters
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