Last newsletter of the year! We are so proud of ALL of our athletes and their families for sticking with the grind all season. As we turn our focus to the summer – don’t forget to keep up on the fitness you’ve gained all season! And athletes – maybe it’s even time to introduce your parents to the “joys” of the erg.
1. FINAL BOATHOUSE WORKDAY THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 7
2. DESPERATELY SEEKING CRAFT SHOW VOLUNTEER!
3. CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW BOARD MEMBERS
4. TAKE CARE OF NEXT YEAR’S SCHOOL PHYSICAL NOW!
5. RECRUITING
6. STAYING FIT
7. KEEP UP-TO-DATE IN THE OFF-SEASON!
1. FINAL BOATHOUSE WORKDAY THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 7
CRITICAL NEED FOR THIS WEEKEND: Many hands make light work! Get in those final volunteering hours to avoid being charged for unperformed credit. Sign up here: End of Season Boathouse Workday.
2. DESPERATELY SEEKING CRAFT SHOW VOLUNTEER!
We have a CRITICAL support role to fill immediately. We are seeking someone to shadow Gail Lee for our MAJOR FUNDRAISER, the Woodson Craft Show. We have already begun plans and registration for vendors will open on July 1. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from someone who has been in this role for some time. Her daughter is graduating in 2026 so she will not be remaining in this role next year. Please reach out to Gail for info on how to fulfill your volunteer requirements before the next season even begins!
3. CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW BOARD MEMBERS
All nominees to the board were approved at our year-end meeting on May 28, 2025. You can stay abreast of who is on the Board on our website: https://woodsonrowing.org/board-of-directors/
We want to offer a sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU to our outgoing Board Members. We, honestly, could not have done it without you. For our incoming members – WELCOME! You should be in touch with your counterpart to discuss transitioning responsibilities
4. TAKE CARE OF NEXT YEAR’S SCHOOL PHYSICAL NOW!
Each year, it is required that all student athletes have a completed VHSL physical on file before participating in sports. Completing that physical at the end of the school year means that you won’t run into rushing to get a physical at the start of the crew season next year!
To aid in that end, the Athletic Training Programs at various high schools in NoVA hold a Sports Physical Night. The goal of Sports Physical Night is to provide a complete pre-participation examination screening that will leave student athletes with a valid VHSL physical for the entirety of the 2025-26 school year. The cost for the physical is $50.
The Athletic Training Program receives no funding from FCPS, and this event is their ONLY fundraiser for the year. ALL proceeds go towards helping the program purchase supplies.
Sign up for an appointment for a physical here. Even If you cannot make the Woodson event on June 10, sign up for another school’s event using the same form.
NOTE: There is a NEW VHSL Physical Form for the 2025-2026 school year! Make sure that you use the NEW form (it says April 2025 in the top right corner), whether you take advantage of the Athletic Training Program’s event or use your own doctor.
5. RECRUITING
Last week there was an Activities Fair at Woodson designed for incoming Freshman to see all the extracurriculars Woodson has to offer. Hearty thank yous to the athletes that manned the table. We received some interest – but to be truly honest – our BEST source of recruitment is ALL OF YOU. It’s never too early to start talking to neighbors and friends about all that rowing has to offer. Send potential recruits to our interest form at: https://woodsonrowing.org/.
6. STAYING FIT
This one is for the athletes – but parents – you may benefit from these resources too! Review the whole resources page at https://woodsonrowing.org/resources/. Make sure you scroll through. There are links to information from your coaches (recommended workout plans) as well as links for summer and fall rowing programs that meet most needs. When in doubt – REACH OUT via Slack! We are a team and we all #PullforWoodson!
7. KEEP UP-TO-DATE IN THE OFF-SEASON!
RECRUITMENT:
Direct interested athletes and their parents to our interest form or have them send an email to our membership team at: [email protected].
STAY UP TO DATE: Join the newsletter by sending an email to [email protected] or view the newsletter archives on our website.
INTERESTED IN SPONSORING WOODSON ROWING?
Visit our Sponsorship Page or contact Woodson Rowing Fundraising.
Can’t sponsor but want to donate?Check out our Donors page for instructions and information on how your donations benefit our team!
NEED SWAG?
There are many ways for you to shop and benefit the team all while sporting your support! See our Spirit Wear Page for more info!
VIEW AND UPLOAD PHOTOS: Visit our Woodson Rowing photos page for more information on how you can help protect our legacy with photographs!
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