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April 3, 2023 Email Update

Happy Spring Break. Although there was a disappointing start with the cancellation of our trip to St. Andrew’s, there’s a lot of bonding and fun to be had for our athletes this week. Read on to find out more!

1. SPRING BREAK SCHEDULE
2. *NEW* ATHLETES NOTE YOUR AVAILABILITY ON SATURDAY, APRIL 8.
3. *NEW* TOBY’S ICE CREAM FUNDRAISER, WEDNESDAY, APR 5, 5-9p
4. *NEW* UNIFORMS HAVE ARRIVED!
5. SPRING SPORTS PHOTOS
6. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
7. SPIRIT WEAR – GET IT NOW!
8. AT-A-GLANCE
9. SPREAD THE WORD

ACTION ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK
ATHLETES: respond to polls in Athlete Slack re: availability on Sat, April 8.

  1. SPRING BREAK SCHEDULE
    The spring break practice schedule below is for both the men’s and women’s teams:
DayDateTime
Monday4/38:30a – 12:30p
Tuesday4/48:30a – 10:45a
AND
4p – 6:30p
Wednesday4/58:30a – 12:30p
Thursday4/68:30a – 10:45a
AND
4p – 6:30p
Friday4/78:30a – 12:30p

REMINDER: If an athlete is going to be late or miss practice, it is their responsibility to contact their coaches via Slack. Remember, a missing athlete keeps a whole boat from practicing the regular lineup!

  1. *NEW* ATHLETES NOTE YOUR AVAILABILITY ON SATURDAY, APRIL 8.
    The coaches are researching whether they might be able to schedule some racing opportunities on Saturday, April 8. Athletes, please respond to the polls in the athlete slack regarding your availability this coming Saturday.
  1. *NEW* TOBY’S ICE CREAM FUNDRAISER, WEDNESDAY, APR 5, 5-9p
    Wednesday night we will be having a fundraiser at the Toby’s Homemade Ice Cream in Vienna on Wednesday from 5-9pm. Come support a locally owned (by a Woodson family, nonetheless!) small business and have 15% of sales donated back to the team! Please make sure to mention WTW Crew when you order.

As if you need extra convincing: at Toby’s they use all natural ingredients and flavors, making the ice cream by hand in small batches to guarantee the highest quality. Because they use at least 16% butterfat content, the ice cream is designated as  “super premium.” Well worth the trip to 280 Cedar Lane SE, Vienna, VA 22180. 

  1. *NEW* UNIFORMS HAVE ARRIVED!
    Cheryl Urban, Sportswear Chair, will be at our next Friday night team dinner (Friday, April 14) with any remaining uniforms, tech shirts and other orders from both 776BC and Boathouse that have not already been picked up. Please make separate arrangements with her via Slack or email ([email protected]) if you need these items before that time!
  1. SPRING SPORTS PHOTOS
    Athlete and team spring sports photos are available for purchase. You can purchase directly through the website and they will be mailed home to your home!
    Boys Crew: https://vando.imagequix.com/s1305752355
    Girls Crew: https://vando.imagequix.com/s1975033298
  1. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
    Gentle reminder that if you sign up for a volunteer job, we need you to be there! If you are unable to fulfill a job at the last minute, please put out a notice on Slack so that your shift can be filled as quickly as possible. Questions? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Michelle Byman.
  • VASRA REGATTA JOBS. Feel free to check back frequently, even if shifts appear to be full, in case others are unable to fulfill their duties. If you sign up to drive a launch, you must have completed the recent launch driver training and additional practice as necessary.
  • TEAM DINNERS: In order for Friday night dinners to run smoothly, we need parent volunteers to help set up, chaperone, clean, and pick up our meal order.
  • MASON INVITATIONAL REGATTA SUPPORT. There are limited slots available for a VASRA-related (but not for a regatta we’re participating in) volunteer opportunity on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at Sandy Run for the Mason Invitational. If you are willing and able, please volunteer and help VASRA earn money (which ultimately helps lower our team’s VASRA fees) and earn WTW Crew service credits. Student-Athletes and their parents are welcome to volunteer. This is a good opportunity to watch college teams compete and possibly meet their teams and coaches while at the waterfront.
  1. SPIRIT WEAR – GET IT NOW!
    Be ready for regatta season with your WT Woodson Crew spirit wear. A portion of the proceeds goes directly to the team, so you will benefit the team while showing off your team pride. Shop for items for rowers, as well as for parents, family, and friends. Visit the store today!
  1. AT-A-GLANCE

April

  • Spring break: Practice scheduled as above Mon-Fri: Apr 3 – Apr 7
  • Restaurant Fundraiser – Toby’s Ice Cream in Vienna: Apr 5, 5-9p
  • Restaurant Fundraiser – Chipotle: Apr 12, 5-9pm
  • Team Dinner @ Woodson Cafeteria A: 7:15p, Apr 14
  • REGATTA – Tri-Meet at Anacostia River: Apr 15
  • Team Dinner @ Woodson Cafeteria A: 7:15p, Apr 21
  • REGATTA – Ryz Obuchowicz at Sandy Run: Apr 22
  • Team Dinner @ Woodson Cafeteria A: 7:15p, Apr 28
  • REGATTA – Al Urquia at Sandy Run: Apr 29

May

  • Team Dinner @ Woodson Cafeteria A: 7:15p, May 5
  • REGATTA – VSRC (State Championship) at Sandy Run, Day 1: May 6
  • Team Dinner @ Woodson Cafeteria A: 7:15p, May 12
  • REGATTA – VSRC (State Championship) at Sandy Run, Day 2: May 13
  • Restaurant Fundraiser – Noodles & Co: May 17, 4-8p
  • REGATTA (Qualifiers only) – Stotesbury Cup at Philadelphia, PA: May 19-20
  • REGATTA (Qualifiers only) – SRAA Championships at Oak Ridge, TN: May 26-27
  • End-of-Season Banquet for athletes and families @ Woodson Cafe A: May 31
  1. SPREAD THE WORD

Continue to share the enthusiasm for your team as you speak to other students and encourage them to join! Please direct any questions about joining the team to [email protected].

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