By one definition a cult is something which is popular and regarded as particularly significant by a certain group of people. Or a cult is usually a small group of people characterized by devotion to a person, idea, object, movement, or work. In an ideal state we believe in the sport at a much higher level than the sport itself and the coach that transfers this passion. The successful crew displays more cult like behavior. For what breeds a successful crew is strong uniformity, a key factor in a cult.
Successful crews row as one to make the boat reach maximum speed.
Repeating the same motions, over and over, to not think about the technique in the utmost form and just do it. Crew demands a mental toughness. In regattas and practices we must push ourselves without getting the individual results. Never before do you hear the devils advocate's voice so loud as when you re rowing full pressure. You must fight the demon and push beyond the limits.