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Rowers Choice - Innovating Rowing

Rowers Choice - Innovation & Change in Rowing
Rowing
Port Rowing
Scholastic Rowing
TBC Racing
Coaching
DC National
Sammamish Rowing
Coaching Development
Montclair Rowing
High School Rowing
Club Rowing
St. Peters Prep
GW GWU
Nonprofit
Women In Rowing
Type 1 Diabetes
Coaching Philosophy
Don Bosco Prep

Leading Innovation & Change in through conversations with coaches, athletes and leaders in rowing.

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Felix DeCarvalho’s rowing journey began at Kearny High School, where the sport gave him structure, lifelong relationships, and a sense of belonging as the son of Portuguese immigrants. After continuing to train and race through Nereid Boat Club, he f... more

Pat Clary’s conversation is a story about how rowing grabs people, humbles them, and turns struggle into purpose. From discovering the sport as a seventh grader, managing Type 1 diabetes, working multiple jobs to afford rowing, and eventually buildin... more

In this episode, Jeremy of Montclair Rowing shares how growing up in a high-performance UK system—where young athletes trained alongside Olympians—shaped his belief that “success breeds success.” He explains the importance of a visible pathway, argui... more

In this episode, host Alex DelSordo interviews Chris Samul, a math teacher and head rowing coach at Cranbrook Schools, about his journey from a novice in a low-resource club to a collegiate rower and dedicated coach. Samul details how a strong sense ... more

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Felix DeCarvalho
Head rowing coach, St. Peters Prep; former coach at Don Bosco Prep
St. Peters Prep; Don Bosco Prep
Episode: 2026e8 - Felix DeCarvalho - St. Peters Prep
Pat Clary
Head coach at Port Rowing
Port Rowing
Episode: 2026e7 - Pat Clary - Port Rowing
Jeremy Michalitsianos
Coach at Montclair Rowing (Montclair High School program)
Montclair Rowing / Montclair High School
Episode: 2026e6 - Jeremy Michalitsianos - Montclair
Chris Samul
Midwest rowing coach, Cranbrook program leader
Cranbrook School
Episode: 2026e5 - Chris Samul - Cranbrook Crew
James Konopka
Head Coach of Malvern Prep rowing program
Malvern Prep
Episode: 2026e4 - James Konopka - Malvern Prep
Sarah Low
Executive Director, Sammamish Rowing (Redmond)
Sammamish Rowing
Episode: 2026e3 - Sarah Low - Sammamish Rowing
Julian Canha
Head coach at DC National
DC National
Episode: 2026e2 - Julian Canha - DC National
Matt Russell
Rowing coach and long-time program leader
TBC Racing
Episode: 2026e1 - Matt Russell

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Alex Del Sur
Host of Rowers Choice - Innovating Rowing

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • LoveTheGuests Not the host

    Alex loves to talk about himself so be prepared to hear about his has been glory days. He should let his guests talk more, refrain from saying “Dude” so often, and stop acting so “surprised” when guests talk about themselves.

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    OlderWiser too
    United Statesa month ago
  • Really?

    “Men being men”? Tired of the blatantly sexist overtones (including but not limited to male superiority, interrupting women, etc), pedantic and condescending tone, and general “holier than thou” soapbox mentality of the podcast. Great to have perspective on the sport of rowing and to amplify voices, but sadly I feel more often than not that Alex’s (and other male coaches) is the voice amplified.

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    _anonymous_man_
    United States2 months ago
  • Genius Insights into How to Make Boats Go Fast

    I love listening to Alex’s insightful interviews while driving and erging. This series is more than just a few tips and pointers from the pros. It is truly insightful into what makes boats go fast, from the greatest minds in rowing. It also is documenting coaches for the ages. These podcasts will be replayed for decades to come from legends in coaching. My only regret is that coaches who have left this world before being interviewed will not get the benefit of this record of oral history. Alex r... more

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    5
    Row4Delaware
    United States3 years ago
  • Can’t wait to listen each week

    The Rower’s choice podcast is one that I look forward to every week. Alex DelSordo does an amazing job interviewing coaches and rowers from different levels. The insights that he and his team garner from each interview are incredibly valuable to any rower, parent of a rower and other coaches at all levels. His goal is to make rowing more popular and more accessible to the masses and through the exchange of ideas in his interviews he is well on his way to accomplishing it.

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    Elmo’s_Voice
    United States3 years ago
  • Great guests and amazing interviews

    Rowers Choice brings a ton of enthusiasm and much needed conversations to the sport of rowing. They have on guests with amazing careers and perspectives to share. The interviewers are charismatic and make every episode engaging.

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    MASparta
    United States3 years ago

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High-quality interviews that feel structured and informative for coaches and sponsors alike.
Guest history shows a strong emphasis on practical, long-term program development.
Insightful deep dives into coaching philosophy and program growth.

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2026e6 - Jeremy Michalitsianos - Montclair
Q: How has your coaching style evolved since taking over Montclair in 2009?
He became calmer and more deliberate, continuously integrating new ideas, including reworking training plans, yet preserving a core culture that avoids negativity and emphasizes what players can do.
2026e4 - James Konopka - Malvern Prep
Q: When did you know coaching would be your career, and how did you start pursuing it after college?
A mix of opportunity and networking guided me: I began coaching with my parents during the summers, actively sought positions after college, and gradually built a path through mentorship and hands-on experience, starting as an assistant coach and evolving as I learned from others in the field.
2026e2 - Julian Canha - DC National
Q: How do you balance growth with budgeting and resources?
Invest in coaches first; coaching quality and consistency have a bigger impact on the kids than new boats, and you can grow sustainably by managing expenses and providing scholarships to keep participation accessible.
2026e2 - Julian Canha - DC National
Q: What are the biggest changes since your 2022 interview?
We added a full-time second coach, expanded the middle school program, and shifted focus toward developing people and process rather than chasing rapid competitive milestones.
2026e2 - Julian Canha - DC National
Q: What has grounded you at DC National over eight years?
A stable board, dedicated middle school expansion, and a coaching staff that allows freedom to set up the program the way it works best, which keeps the coach motivated and the program growing.

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A driven, coach-centric series that centers on scholastic and club rowing, exploring how programs grow, sustain participation, and navigate financial and logistical realities. Guests are experienced coaches and program leaders who share career paths, mentorship, recruitment, and the culture that builds durable rowing communities. Episodes frequently touch on leadership, coaching philosophy, and the evolving landscape of youth rowing across the Northeast and Midwest, with practical tactics for running sustainable programs and developing athletes from juniors to young adults.

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Recent guests on Rowers Choice include:

1. Felix DeCarvalho
2. Pat Clary
3. Jeremy Michalitsianos
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5. James Konopka
6. Sarah Low
7. Julian Canha
8. Matt Russell

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