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www.military.ie THE DEFENCE FORCES MAGAZINE making the leap into the senior competitive crews by mid-season and their dedication has paid off with solid results. Training & Club Development Throughout the season, our coaching team has worked tirelessly to support the growth and technical development of every athlete. Investment in new equipment by J7 personnel and in particular Comdt Sarah O'Regan and CQMS Jacinta McInerney have both been very supportive and helpful in procurement of new kit and equipment and facilitation in rowing camps which has provided our crews with the tools they need to succeed on the water. We also introduced many new initiatives, like a winter training camp, strength & conditioning program, or mental performance workshops, which have been well-received by all athletes. Community & Culture This season wasn't just about racing either, We will celebrate our club spirit and effort this season in the coming weeks through events such as our Summer BBQ, where our club members will no doubt discuss the long slow distance (LSD) erg sessions, and very cold but memorable winter training periods in a cold National Rowing Centre, (NRC). The camaraderie, support, and commitment shown by members both on and off the water have been nothing short of exceptional. As part of our organisational outreach efforts this year, the club will run its next learn to Row Camp in Fermoy Rowing Club running from the 18th of August to the 22nd helping to introduce rowing to new audiences and strengthen ties with our local community. Looking Ahead With a strong foundation and growing momentum, the future looks bright for our club. We are currently mid-way through a new purposely built rowing shed/gym in Cork for our members to train in and boat storage, and coupled with High Performance Coach Mrs Sanita Purspora intentions to stay in the role of High Performance Coach, we look forward to another successful year ahead of rowing, For now as we move into the off-season, our focus shifts to recovery, reflection, and preparation for what promises to be an even more successful year ahead, where we have 9 members travelling to Germany in early Oct to participate in the clubs first ever internal regatta. Here's to pushing harder, rowing stronger, and more controlled aggression in the pain cave that is rowing in the season to come. A heartfelt thank you goes to our dedicated coaches, volunteers, committee members, without your passion and tireless contributions, none of this would be possible. To our athletes—your resilience, determination, and team spirit define who we are as a club. Every stroke, early morning, and blister was worth it and there was a lot of blisters!!! If rowing is a sport you might just have wondered what it feels like to sit in an Olympic racing standard boat and race in a pressure environment or perhaps you just want to hop in a boat and enjoy the experience of it in a social capacity, then perhaps you should come along to our next camp or feel free to reach out to myself on dave. williams@defenceforces.ie or Pte Rob Diffley on Robert.diffley@ defenceforces.ie for further info and we will get you rowing. | 29 Pte Dany Scanlon of 1 BDE transport and Pte Dave Collins of 1 1 BDE ORD COY, winners at the final Reggata of the season in Men's double Category Members of the club on a dull training spin Members about to start a 20km row at the national rowing centre Pte Rob Diffley at the national championships after another win No 6 High Performance Coach Ms Sanita Purspora overseeing training

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