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Our first coached row of 2024 on the water

Kelly Wilkinson

Jan 61 min read

Our first coached row of 2024 on the water

It was cold…brrr….all bundled up ..too cold to even take some shots on the water but here we are ! HAPPY NEW YEAR to another fantastic...

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Kelly Wilkinson

Jan 41 min read

Welcome Row House Members to LNRA

At Tuesday January 4th coached ERG session at the Sac State Aquatic center, we were joined by members of the Row House. Unfortunately,...

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Inspired to get back to rowing or learn rowing skills after seeing ‘ Boys in the Boat’?

Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 27, 20231 min read

Inspired to get back to rowing or learn rowing skills after seeing ‘ Boys in the Boat’?

Inspired to get back to rowing or learn rowing skills after seeing ‘ Boys in the Boat’? Our Masters (25 - 100 yrs. old age groups) team...

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Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 24, 20231 min read

Who is Lucy Pocock?

I hope you have seen or have plans to see ‘ The Boys in the Boat’ movie….it is inspirational, well done and brings hope and joy during...

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Congratulations to Jackie Snyder - Volunteer of the year Award

Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 22, 20231 min read

Congratulations to Jackie Snyder - Volunteer of the year Award

It is our pleasure to announce that the Aquatic Center Volunteer of the Year Award. The Aquatic Center receives countless requests to...

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Intro to Coached ERG Sessions starts 1/13/24

Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 22, 20231 min read

Intro to Coached ERG Sessions starts 1/13/24

We are setting up a 9:00 AM Saturday/Sunday practice times for coached ERG sessions on January 13-14 and 20-21. This is the start of our...

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Volunteer of the Year 2023 - Dee Stayner

Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 15, 20232 min read

Volunteer of the Year 2023 - Dee Stayner

Congratulations to one of our Capital Crew Masters honored by Sac State Aquatic Center It is our pleasure to announce our first volunteer...

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New to rowing? Check out the terms used on a 8 rower boat and types of rowing shells

Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 14, 20230 min read

New to rowing? Check out the terms used on a 8 rower boat and types of rowing shells

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Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 14, 20231 min read

Foggy Christmas almost row for 2023

We got dressed up, almost took the boat out but the fog was too dense to row safely…but we got a great holiday photo shoot with the fog...

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Need some motivation while you ERG during AC shutdown?

Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 12, 20231 min read

Need some motivation while you ERG during AC shutdown?

Do you have access to an ERG during AC shutdown? Want to stay on your fitness regimen during the holidays? We have a regularly scheduled...

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Last Saturday Row on the Lake before the holiday Break

Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 9, 20231 min read

Last Saturday Row on the Lake before the holiday Break

It was super cold and you can see the fog rolling into the lake at around 7:30 am but we still went out..about 1000m, the fog made it too...

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Kelly Wilkinson

Dec 5, 20231 min read

It is the merrily rowing season

One thing about the @Capital Crew Masters is that we know how to have fun and celebrate those special seasons/events like the...

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dbirch4

Nov 30, 20231 min read

Which Side of the Road Do You Drive On?

When there are no lanes, how do you know you are taking a good line or being a responsible athlete who is on the correct side of the...

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A chance to give back by volunteering at CIM ( California International Marathon)

Kelly Wilkinson

Nov 29, 20231 min read

A chance to give back by volunteering at CIM ( California International Marathon)

One of the rewarding activities that the Capital Crew Masters do annually is volunteer our time at the CIM ( California International...

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dbirch4

Nov 20, 20231 min read

Best Dock Etiquette

The water is flat and it's time for that perfect row. You hear the stomping of feet coming down the gangway and a coach is approaching...

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We are thankful for our coach DeDe Birch and celebrating her birthday on 11-22

Kelly Wilkinson

Nov 19, 20231 min read

We are thankful for our coach DeDe Birch and celebrating her birthday on 11-22

The Capital Crew Masters love celebrating and getting together and with Thanksgiving just in a few days, we are thankful for all the...

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Private Screening in Theater for Capital Crew, Families and Friends! Get your tickets!

Kelly Wilkinson

Nov 17, 20231 min read

Private Screening in Theater for Capital Crew, Families and Friends! Get your tickets!

Enjoy an advance screening of Boys in the Boat! PRIVATE THEATER FOR CAPITAL CREW ATHLETES, FAMILIES AND FRIENDS on December 21 @7 pm at...

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Hooten Cartoon Corner - It's more than rowing...it is a total body workout with your erg...

Kelly Wilkinson

Nov 14, 20230 min read

Hooten Cartoon Corner - It's more than rowing...it is a total body workout with your erg...

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Are You ready for the Concept2 Holiday Challenge?

Kelly Wilkinson

Nov 12, 20231 min read

Are You ready for the Concept2 Holiday Challenge?

From Concept2 site... This is the twenty-fourth year of the Concept2 Holiday Challenge and we’re proud to say it’s become our most...

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Want a tax deduction and have money stay in the Capital Crew family? Please consider donating!

Kelly Wilkinson

Nov 4, 20231 min read

Want a tax deduction and have money stay in the Capital Crew family? Please consider donating!

Capital Crew is the competitive junior rowing program of the Sacramento State Aquatic Center. Our annual Ergathon will be on November...

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