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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we have the privilege of chatting with Ali Brown, a distinguished coach at Leander Club and a former GB lightweight. Ali shares his extensive experience in developing top-tier rowing & sculling squads, detailing the strategies that have led his teams to victory at prestigious competitions like the Henley Royal Regatta where they most recently won the Queen Mother Challenge Cup and Prince of Wales Challenge Cup with club athletes.

Ali delves into his coaching philosophy, which focuses on nurturing individual athlete potential as well as fostering a team environment where each member is motivated to achieve their best. He provides a unique insight into the role of coaching that often extends far beyond the technical aspects of boat moving.

Listeners will also enjoy Ali's recount of transitioning from an athlete to a high-performance coach, along with the lessons learned and humorous anecdotes from his illustrious career. He discusses the importance of adapting coaching techniques to meet modern challenges and how he has evolved his methods to keep his teams at the forefront of competitive rowing.

So tune in & join us, as we delve into the inner workings of elite sports coaching and the dynamics of leading a successful rowing team training to make every last stroke count.

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