Parents

Hello Husky Crew parents!!  Whether you’ve been following the Husky crew for a while or are new to Husky rowing, you may have some questions.  Do you know the best places to gather at races to cheer on the Huskies, where to eat, where to stay?  Are you interested in volunteering to set up tents and spectator food at out of town races?  Do you want to get involved in some other way?

I’m here to help.  My name is Sally Struzyna and I’m the parent contact and coordinator for the 2009-2010 season.  My husband Dieter and I have two husky rowers; a son who is a junior and a daughter who is a freshman. If I can answer any questions or help in any other way, please email me at sallystruzyna@msn.com.  Likewise, if you are able to help with tents or spectator food (particularly if you live near or will be traveling to Redwood Shores, California; Lake Natoma/Rancho Cordova, California; Cooper River/ Cherry Hill, New Jersey), I’d love to hear from you.  Volunteering is a great way to get to know other parents and alums and become part of the Husky experience.

Looking forward to a fantastic season!

Sally

Parents - break out your clubs!

You’re invited to participate in the 4th annual Dave McLean Memorial Golf Classic, a great tournament for alumni, friends and families of Husky Crew.  This year’s tournament is Saturday August 14th, 2010 and will be held at Washington National Golf Course.

You can register as an individual, or put together your own awesome foursome. The tournament is open to men, women, rowers, coaches, non-rowers, parents, friends, and alums; basically anyone who can swing a club!  You non-golfers can register for the dinner program and join your golfers as they celebrate success on the greens.  

The 2009 Golf Classic has now become the single largest fundraising event for the UW Men’s Crew Team.  Last year the tournament organizers were able to give Coach Callahan and Coach Ernst a check for $15,000.  In only three short years, the tournament has raised almost $30,000 for the Crew Team.  

To register: Dave McLean Memorial golf Classic

Any questions?  Email Pete Mclean - Director

Dave McLean Memorial Golf Classic
314 Pasco DR NE
Renton, WA 98059
 

June 3-5th: 2010 IRA Rowing National Championships

More information from a local photographer, Nick (lives in Collingswood) who will be there via the WRF Saturday:

Points of Interest in the Cherry Hill/Camden NJ area:

Cooper River Park (IRA race venue)
Crescent Blvd. and Park Drive
Pennsauken, New Jersey 08109

Shop Rite Supermarket

600 North Kings Highway
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-1505
(856) 216-7720

Shop Rite Supermarket (2nd location)
1000 Nixon Drive
Mt Laurel, NJ 08054-1171
(856) 439-9700

Trader Joe's (Starbucks, stores in same complex)
300 Route 73 South
Marlton, NJ 08053-3031
(856) 988-3323

Wegman's Supermarket
2100 Route 70 West
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856) 488-2700

Cherry Hill Mall
2000 Route 38
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002-2140
(856) 486-7787

PF Changs Restaurant (LLBean, Apple, other stores in same complex, "The Promenade")
500 Route 73 S
Marlton, NJ 08053-8006
(856) 396-0818

Red Stone American Grill (in complex called "The Promenade")
500 Route 73 S
Marlton, NJ 08053-8000
(856) 396-0332

Starbucks
512 Haddonfield Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002-2600
(856) 488-6020

Panera Bread Cafe (in complex called 'The Promenade")
500 Route 73 S
Marlton, NJ 08053-8007
(856) 797-0035

Loews Cherry Hill Movies
2121 Route 38

IRA Update from Sam and Rosy Darby (Michelle Darby, 2011, coxswain V8)

The team arrived in New Jersey and will be rowing at Princeton until Wednesday morning when they will transfer to the Crown Plaza by the race course. 

The Husky parent hospitality tent will be assembled on Thursday. It is supposed to be ready by midday.

To view the race venue, go here: Cooper River Park, NJ - Google Maps. The large building with the swimming pool is the Crown Plaza Hotel. The patch of grass with the fingers sticking out into the river is the trailer area where the team will rig and launch the racing shells. The text “Cooper River Rowing Association” indicates where the finish line will be. If you follow that shore line to the left, you will see a line of trees.

The enclosure and tents will be along the shore at the end of the trees. On Thursday you may be able to drive both ways and park along Park Blvd but on Friday and Saturday it will be one way (right to left) and you will have to drive further up on Marlton Pike, turn left and come back down Park Blvd. 

The hospitality tent menu is posted at 2010 Washington IRA Tent/Food Information. Please email Sam Darby at sdarby@ieee.org  if you have any questions or want to contribute to the food.  

Here is a link to the race schedule:  Preliminary 2010 IRA Schedule.pdf

Tom Gibbs will be making a big sign for us to hang on the front of the tent but please bring any husky “bling” you might have to decorate the tent.

This should be a very exciting and fun Championship. Looking forward to yelling GO DAWGS!! by the river.

Sam & Rosy 

Cell: 978-500-4018

Calling all Husky fans to the 2010 NCAA Rowing Championships!

We are headed once again to Lake Natoma to cheer on our women as they row for the Division 1 Championship.  Time is flying by and in an attempt to organize the food and hospitality tent provisions; I have a proposed plan to follow.  It is a bit challenging to carry out three days of food prep at a location far from the home kitchen sink and freezer but here goes….

On Friday the Husky women race from 8:45am until 10:45am and then will head off to their hotel to rest and stay cool.  They return for three races from 3:30 -4pm.  I propose we have breakfast fare and then set up for a light lunch.

On Saturday we have only morning races from 9:45am until 10:15am and then the rest of the day is devoted to Division II and III racing.  On this day I think we should just offer breakfast food and snacks. 

On Sunday let’s do it up BIG!  The women begin racing at 9:45 and finish with the Division I award ceremony at 12:30.  On that day we can do breakfast foods and lunch.  Jim and Barb Carlson, Husky fans and parents of Peter, have offered their bbq and so we will have hot food.  Below I have sketched out menus for each day with a list of what is still needed.  If you can bring any of the items, shoot me an email and confirm.  We always need ice chests filled with ice.  Feel free to add anything to the list you wish – this is just an attempt to get us organized!  My cell phone number is included if you want to chat, otherwise email is fine! 

FRIDAY

Brkfst:  granola (toppings), muffins, bagels, fruit, hard boiled egg, coffee

Lunch: Caesar salad, pasta salad, sandwiches, brownies, cookies, fruit

ITEMS NEEDED ON FRIDAY

Bagels (4dozen), cream cheese, coffee (decaf and reg) in pouring boxes – maybe two each?) cookies, Gatorade, bottled water, 2 easy pour mayo bottles, soda pop, sports bars (Cliff bars, etc)

SATURDAY

Brkfst:  granola, croissant (jam left over from Pac10), donuts, fruit, bagels, coffee (same as above)

ITEMS NEEDED FOR SATURDAY

Croissant (3 dozen), coffee, melons –all types,  donuts

SUNDAY

Brkfst: same as Friday

Lunch: BBQ tri tip and chicken, pasta salad, Caesar salad, rolls (dinner type that could be used to make sandwiches?), fruit, cookies and brownies

ITEMS NEEDED ON SUNDAY

Bagels, bananas, coffee, rolls (maybe 4 dozen?), cookies and brownies, water

We can take stock of turnout, weather (cool temps upper 60s to 70s are forecasted) and over stock as the weekend progresses.  Costco and Trader Joes are nearby. 

Let me know if you can supply any of these items. 

Thanks and GO HUSKY WOMEN!!!

Jody Browning

jodyrbrowning@gmail.com

310-351-1843 cell

Pac-10 Championships

Thanks to all parents who helped at Pac-10s!  

Particular thanks to the Ottos, Bells, Brownings, Mannistos, Moores, Didiers, Munns, Macks, Tafts and Miyauchis for spearheading the menus, food, supplies and BBQ.  Our hospitality tent was a huge success and contributed to the enjoyment of all. Everyone enjoyed our Husky spirit and of course the fabulous food.

See you all at NCAAs this coming weekend and IRAS the first weekend in June. Check the Crew parent’s site on huskycrew.org  for details on our hospitality tents and what you can bring.

Here is a link to some fantastic photos from our “in-house parent photographer” Dan Mannisto. 

They are at: http://mannisto.smugmug.com/Crew/Pac-10-Championships-2010/12248210_6sNpn#875783815_G8nZY

The password is the same as the other galleries: Dawgs

Go Huskies! 

Sally Struzyna 

Sunday, May 16
Lake Natoma
Rancho Cordova, California

Join us for great food and beverages at our Husky Crew hospitality tent.  Open to all Husky fans. We don’t know where our tent will be located so look for the purple and gold and a Husky flag or banner (see photo above).  See you there!

Pac-10's - Rancho Cordova, CA, Supporting Hotels:

CHECK OUT OUR BRAND NEW

HOSPITALITY TENT!!!

Please thank Garland and Gene Bell (Kelly Bell 2013) for graciously purchasing and donating our new parents hospitality tent.

Also thank you to Suzan Mannisto (Max Mannisto 2013), Renee Moore (Monique Moore 2013), and Anjanette Mack (Kayleigh Mack 2010) for baking all the goodies. This past weekend the UW/Cal Dual was amazing to watch. We had an excellent turnout of parents, alums and friends! 

Be sure to join us this coming weekend (Saturday May 1) for Opening Day of boating season and the Windermere Cup crew races on the Montlake Cut in Seattle. This is a fantastic venue for viewing the oarsmen and women “up close and personal” and meeting lots of Husky crew supporters. 

Looking for a great place to view the races? Go to the Stewards enclosure http://www.huskycrew.org/map_directions.htm 

Bring your camera; wear Purple and Gold and your Husky crew gear. There will be a trophy presentation immediately following the races at Conibear Shellhouse.

See you on the Montlake Cut and at Conibear,  

Sally Struzyna

(Hans Struzyna 2011, Allie Struzyna 2013)

More photos, this time from the Cal Dual, from Dan Mannisto - thank you Dan! (pw is the same as the other galleries:  Dawgs (case sensitive) -

http://mannisto.smugmug.com/Crew/UW-Cal-2010/11954981_LUYXP#846899385_2VPAU
 

Posted 4/21/10:

UW/CAL Race Schedule

Saturday April 24 at Redwood Shores

Join us at the Husky hospitality tent!

9AM  MV4

9:10 WV4

9:20 MF8

9:30 WN8

9:40 M2V8

9:50 W2V8

10:05 MV8

10:20 WV8

 Trophy presentation at 11am.

Parents please help us support the hospitality tents at our away races by contributing $50 (or more) to fund the Husky Crew Parents account for the 2010 season. 

Mail check to:   Husky Crew Parents
                          PO Box 722
                          Vashon Island, WA 98070
 

It costs approximately $1500 to host our hospitality tents and this year we implemented a system to eliminate the need for individuals to incur these expenses.  If we all do

our part, we can continue this important Husky Crew tradition.

Sally

Parents: A huge thank you to everyone who was able to attend the dual and Pac 10 Challenge at Redwood Shores. We had a fantastic hospitality tent, awesome food and successful races.

Special thanks to Suzan Mannisto (Max Mannisto, freshman) and Renee Moore (Monique Moore, freshman) for the amazing food they prepared and to Daniel Mannisto (Max Mannisto, freshman) who took so many photographs.

Here are the links to Dan’s photo galleries for the various regattas:

Stanford Regatta:

http://mannisto.smugmug.com/Crew/Stanford-Regatta-Apr-2010

Class Day:

http://mannisto.smugmug.com/Crew/UW-Class-Day-2010

Head of the Lake:

http://mannisto.smugmug.com/Crew/Seattle-Nov-2009-UW

IRAs:

http://mannisto.smugmug.com/Crew/IRAs-2009

The password is the same for all: Dawgs (case sensitive).

“Please share the links with the crew team, other coaches, parents and any others who may be interested.  When you move the cursor on top of a photo, a menu appears so that you can download the file to your computer.  Dan Mannisto”

The next race is the Cal Dual on April 24^th which is also at Redwood Shores. Wear your Husky gear, join us at the Husky Crew hospitality tent and cheer on our rowers!

Go Huskies

Sally

3/28/10:  For parents traveling to Redwood Shores this weekend (April 3,4), here is a list of hotels, restaurants and stores near the Redwood Shores race course. (thank you Roberta Didier):

3/27/10: Parents at Class Day! (Photos: Sally Struzyna)

3/24/10:  Dear Husky Crew Parent:

Now that racing season has started it’s time to participate in one of the great Husky Crew traditions - parents of current crew men and women host hospitality tents at the out of town races. The purpose is to provide a place where friends, family and alumnae gather to socialize, enjoy some great food and cheer on the Huskies.  It also provides a meeting place for rowers to rendezvous with family members and supporters following their races. (The rowing Stewards organize hospitality events for all home races.) Hanging out at the hospitality tent is a blast!

In the past a few parents have paid for tent rentals and food and attempted to recoup their expenses by placing a donation jar in the tent.  This year we want to implement a system that will eliminate the need for individuals to incur these expenses.  

We’re asking all crew parents to contribute to the Husky Crew Parents (HCP) fund. The money will be used to rent tents and purchase food, decorations and miscellaneous items. The rowing Stewards have allowed us to establish an HCP checking account under their account and tax ID number, which saves us fees and makes it easy to pass on to new parent administrators each year.  Holly Zapel (Matt Zapel, junior, class of 2011) has volunteered to administer the HCP account for the 2010 season.

So here’s what you can do:

1.       Contribute $50 (or more) to fund the Husky Crew Parents account for the 2010 season. 

Mail check to:   Husky Crew Parents

PO Box 722

Vashon Island, WA 98070

2.       At each venue we need parents to coordinate tent acquisition and set up, create a menu for potluck items, decorate the tent area, help with shopping, and arrange and replenish food items. 

Venues:

a.   Stanford Dual,  Redwood Shores, Belmont CA;  April 3  (V8, JV8, 1F - men)

b.   Stanford Women’s Pac-10 Challenge, Redwood Shores, Belmont CA;  April 3-4  ( V8, JV8, 1F - women)

c.   Cal Dual, Redwood Shores, Belmont CA;  April 24   (V8, JV8, 1F - men and women, V4+ - women)

d.   Pac-10 Championships, Lake Natoma, Rancho Cordova CA; May 16  (V8, JV8, 1F, V4 - men and women)

e.   NCAA Championships, Lake Natoma, Rancho Cordova CA; May 28-29  (V8, JV8, V4 - women)

f.    IRA Championships, Cooper River, Camden NJ; June 3-5  (V8, JV8, 1F, V4 - men)
 

If you would like to help out and either live near one of these venues or are traveling to cheer on the Huskies, please contact me at sallystruzyna@msn.com or 206.550.6522. 

    We will have more information as the season progresses on this webpage, including helpful tips, venue directions, hotels, hospitality tent locations, potluck menus and information about post-race socializing.

Looking forward to seeing you at the races and cheering on our Huskies. Go purple, be gold, and get involved!

Sally Struzyna

Husky Crew Parent Coordinator 2010  

(Hans Struzyna, junior, class of 2011)

(Allie Struzyna, freshman, class of 2013)
 

3/10/10:  Dress clothes for Freshman Rowers

Have you heard this? “No Mom - I don’t need to bring nice clothes to college”.  Well Mom, you were right. 

All rowers, including freshman men and women, are expected to dress up for the VBC banquet and when they travel to races.

Men:  sport coat and dress pants or suit, dress shirt, dress shoes, dress socks and a tie. They should also have these items ready to go in case they make a traveling race boat.  Jeans and flip flops are not appropriate.

Women: appropriate nice dress, skirt or slacks and blouse and dress shoes. They should also have these items ready to go in case they make a traveling race boat. Lower heels suggested for travel (no twisted ankles before the race). Jeans and flip flops are not appropriate.  

3/7/10:  Parents: we’re invited to celebrate

the fun tradition of Class Day Weekend!
 

 Husky Crew Banquet and Varsity Boat Club (VBC) induction

Friday, March 26: Conibear Shellhouse

6:00 - 7:00 pm:  Reception/social hour, no-host beer and wine.

7:00 pm:  Dinner, audio/visual background presentations,  Emcees Bob Ernst and Michael Callahan, National Championship ring presentations to the 2009 IRA National Champions,  VBC induction and ceremony for all eligible men and women’s team members.

Attire: business casual (sport coat and tie).

Registration:  Tickets are on sale by check or credit card at the e-commerce site below:

Sign Up Online Here - shop.huskycrew.org           

   The cost is $40.00 per person.  You can also help defray the costs of this event by becoming a “sponsor” at the $65.00 level, or “patron” at the $100.00 level. 

   The freshman rowers usually eat downstairs and come up to enjoy the program. In keeping with Husky tradition, the men will have cut their hair...the challenge is to see if you can recognize your rower! This is a fantastic opportunity to meet other parents and support the amazing success of Washington rowing.

 

Class Day Races

Saturday, March 27: Lake Washington and Montlake Cut

Watch the men and women of each class race against each other in this high energy, class pride scrimmage! Can the freshman men and women beat the upperclassmen?  Come see for yourself who will be this year’s champion and earn the Seattle Times and George Varnell trophies.  The class day races begin at 9:00 am.

  “Cruise With Croissants”

What could be better than having croissants, fresh fruit, and coffee while watching the class day races - all from the comfort of the decks of the Argosy Goodtime II vessel?  Absolutely nothing!

Coaches Ernst and Callahan will provide color commentary as the Goodtime II tails the first 1500 M of each race. You will enjoy an amazing vantage point while watching the races. Yes...if it’s raining, you can stay warm and dry and take photos of your rowers.

8:15 am – 11:00am:  Boards promptly @ 8AM.

Attire: Casual (be prepared for Seattle weather).

Registration: $35.00 per person. The Goodtime II can accommodate up to 200 passengers and space will go fast.  You must register in advance for the cruise.

Sign Up Online Here - Class Day Cruise 2010, then mail your check here:

Please make checks payable to:  “UW Rowing Stewards”

Mail to:  Dwight Phillips

24319 Crystal Lake Road

Woodinville, WA  98077

 “Class Day BBQ”

Walk back to Conibear Shell house for the free barbeque served up by the Rowing Stewards.  On the menu are beef, chicken or garden burgers; hot dogs; chips, cookies, and a beverage. The food is served on a first come, first served basis - once the food is gone it's gone - so get there early!  Donations are welcomed by the Rowing Stewards.

The awards ceremony will begin about 11:30 and includes Class Day trophy presentations, announcing the 2010 captains, inspirational athletes, and academic award winners.

10/30/09:  ATTENTION ALL PARENTS: A great opportunity to watch your rowers in their last races of the fall season!  

Washington rowing is set to compete Sunday, November 8, as both the men and women take to the water in the 28th Head of the Lake Regatta, hosted by the University of Washington and Lake Washington Rowing Club.  Along with the Husky men’s and women’s crew, this regional event will feature thousands of rowers from all levels of competition. The 3-mile head race begins at 8 a.m. and ends with an awards ceremony at Conibear Shellhouse. 

The race starts on Lake Union, continues east through the Montlake Cut to Lake Washington and finishes near the Conibear Shellhouse. A shortened course is planned if inclement weather dictates.

VIEWING

The race can be viewed from the shore along most of its length. Best viewing spots close to Conibear are:

It can be cold and wet this time of year, so come prepared. Following the race, join the Washington coaches, rowers, alums and friends at the awards ceremony at Conibear Shellhouse.

PARKING

There are numerous parking lots surrounding Conibear Shell House. Spectators may use lots E-1, E-12 and E-11. Do not park in the lot directly next to Conibear as this will be reserved for boat rigging only (Lot E-8).

PRELIMINARY EVENT SCHEDULE

As the regatta nears, you will find an updated race schedule at RegattaCentral.com

Mens Collegiate/Open 8+
Womens Collegiate/Open 8+
Mens Collegiate JV 8+
Womens Collegiate JV 8+
Mens Collegiate 3V 8+
Mens Jr 8+
Womens Collegiate 3V 8+
Womens Jr 8+
Womens Collegiate/Open 4+
Mens Collegiate/Open 1x
Womens Collegiate/Open 1x
Mens Masters 1x A-H
Womens Masters 1x A-H
Mens Collegiate/Open 4+
Mens Masters 8+ A-H
Mixed Masters 3x (Triple)
Mens Collegiate/Open 2x
Mens Masters 4x A-H
Womens Masters 8+ A-H
Mixed Masters 2x A-H
Womens Masters 4x A-H
Womens Collegiate/Open 2x
Mens Jr 4x coxed
Womens Jr 4x coxed
Mens Jr JV 8+
Womens Jr JV 8+
Mens Masters 4+ A-H
Womens Masters 4+ A-H
Mens Jr 4+
Womens Jr 4+
Mens Masters 2x
Womens Masters 2x

Some photos of the halftime celebration October 10, 2009: