The sun is not even out yet. In unison, the members haul the boat over their shoulders and stride into the water. They lock into the boat, grip the handle of oar and breathe in quiet anticipation. Members are cut, bruised and callused from strenuous practices. Yet, their pains are forgotten as soon as the boat is positioned to race the other competing boats.
Crew is a sport that requires strength, rhythm and teamwork.
More than simply pulling on the oar, precise rhythm and tempo are required in each member for the boat to glide on the water. Crew also requires aggressive discipline and keen determination, discipline to start the day at five in the morning. It is also the determination to overcome any obstacles. Each boat races wholeheartedly to increase UCI's national ranking and respect. Women's Crew has novice and varsity teams.