WAHS Crew Prepares for Fall Season
October 6, 2014
The Warriors crew team has begun their training for the upcoming season. Myriam Pitts, has put them on many different workouts.These include using the rowing machine, running, strength and conditioning, and flexibility training. The team is preparing for their first meet on September 29th. It is in Occoquan, Virginia.
Myriam Pitts, who has coached for the Warriors since 2007 (but has been a crew coach for 10 years), is looking forward to competing against collegiate groups. Also, she hopes to qualify for the Charles Regatta, a prestigious competition, in Boston this year. And she would not mind winning a few medals along the way.
The Warriors hosted a flea market fundraiser on September 13th, from 7:00 to 11:00 am. It was in the Western Albemarle cafeteria. They also will continue to sell pizza and snacks after school for anyone wishing to contribute to their fundraising campaign.