Why Rowing Is The Most Empowering Sport for Women & How it Changed the Face of Girls Sports Forever

When I first began my coaching career, I coached boys. It came naturally to me as I tapped into my many experiences as a competitive multi-sport athlete when I was in school. Like many sports, rowing was largely considered a male sport, and while it was fun to see girls giving it a go, my […]

Wildlife and Waterways: How My Love for African Wildlife Influences My Coaching Philosophy

Growing up in Harare, Zimbabwe, and with time spent on my grandparents farm and at boarding school way out in the remote bush, I was surrounded by the vibrant and untamed beauty of African wildlife. From an early age, my days were filled with explorations in the bush, observing animals in their natural habitats and […]

Rowing as a Path to Leadership: Lessons from My Career at City Island Rowing

Introduction When I first stepped onto the marina that would be the future home to City Island Rowing, I was filled with a sense of purpose and anticipation. Having journeyed from the heart of Zimbabwe to the bustling energy of New York, my path had been anything but conventional. My early days in sports, primarily […]