Due to fickle weather, both teams faced a season unlike any other. Without consistent water time, the crews were forced to adapt on the fly.
While the technical aspects of rowing are difficult to master outside of the boat, the added adversity may act as a blessing in disguise.
The perseverance and toughness gained by dealing with difficult circumstances can only help the crews in a sport in which a mental edge can make all the difference on the race course.
The crews faced their final regattas of the season in preparation for their biggest test of the year.