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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we are joined by Seb Benzecry, the president of Cambridge University Boat Club and a three-time Boat Race champion. We delve into his rowing journey, from his early days at St Paul's School & GB Junior vests to rowing at Princeton & his triumphs at Cambridge.

Throughout our chat, Seb shares insights into the leadership styles of his influential coaches, Bobby Thatcher and Rob Baker, discussing the strategic decisions that have shaped their approach to leading successful teams. He reflects on the challenges and successes of his presidency, particularly during the period of intense competition and the recent victory that positioned Cambridge as an underdog turned champion.

We also talk about this year’s hit — "Turning The Tide”, a documentary by ROW360, capturing the essence of the Boat Race and Seb’s involvement in it. Furthermore, we touch upon Seb’s final campaign down the Henley track, encapsulating his time with the Light Blues with a blend of nostalgia and forward-looking perspectives.

So, tune in & join us as we unpack the nuances of building a cohesive team and tight unit, overcoming setbacks, and the relentless pursuit of rowing excellence in a race where every last stroke truly counts.

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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with two remarkable WOX mentors - Olympian Matilda Horn and U23 Medalist Autumn Mantell, both of whom have made significant contributions as Cambridge University's Women's Assistant Coaches.

Matilda and Autumn share their journey with WOX, providing insights into the team's recent activities, future aspirations, and plans for the rest of the summer season. They discuss how to develop next level coxing skills, overcome challenges, handle tricky situations, and manage crew dynamics as well as rotations. With a lot of practical examples, they offer invaluable advice on conflict resolution, effective communication, and asserting leadership in any crew setting.

We also delve into the massively positive impact of WOX's course walks and webinars, with a sneak peek of upcoming initiatives. Our chat also covers the challenges of providing a free, educational platform and the importance of community support to keep such ventures thriving.

Lastly, Matilda and Autumn give us an inside look at the bold and strategic coxing seen in recent Cambridge Boat Races against Oxford, discussing how the right environment fosters the confidence much needed for success.

So tune in & join us for an educational, entertaining, and insightful episode filled with tips, reflections, and plenty of laughs. This is a must-watch for anyone looking to take their coxing skills to the next level, where every last stroke counts!

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In this episode of Last Stroke Counts, we sit down with the foundation director of Love Rowing charity, Rebecca Gibson. Despite not being a rower herself, Rebecca shares how she got involved with the rowing charity and how her extensive experience in other sports translates seamlessly into the world of rowing.

Rebecca discusses the initiatives that Love Rowing has carried out, including the innovative Row The Rhythm and their upcoming Big Row event in September. She offers insights into the challenges faced by the charity and the unique ways they are tackling them, as well as the exciting future plans for Love Rowing.

We delve into how rowing can benefit from approaches commonly found in other Olympic disciplines and explore the incredible impact of the charity's work on communities not typically exposed to rowing.

So, tune in & join us as we explore the inspiring work of Love Rowing and the dedication to making rowing accessible to all, and making every last stroke count.

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