It is a seriously daunting task thinking about something that is four years away. It is all too easy to dwell on the past, a moment that is foremost in your thoughts. The challenge is to look forward, learn and live. That has... more
A month ago I wished I had a crystal ball. Now that I know the future, I wish I had a time machine. Once again I have been reminded of the brutality of sport and the Olympic Games. Four years ago it was the dismay of not making... more
Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to announce that we are in the final countdown - the single digits. There are only 8 days to go until the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics.
Now that I can finally count the number... more
The Bermuda Triangle, the sandwich (in halves or quarters), the lazily-drawn shark fin, the napkin and of course the love triangle. All triangles, all with three points and three sides. Although the Aegeri Triangle is not held in... more
The Final Push
35 days to go. The final push, much like the last 500m of a rowing race. Where races are won and lost. A time to hold form and sharpen up for that final sprint for the line. The first 1500m now becomes... more
We have been in Europe just over a week and have already raced our first international regatta. It was a mixed bag for the whole NZ Rowing Team with some great performances and some that left us reminded that it is Olympic Year... more