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College rowing

Rowing is a type of sport where a team of people sit in a long, skinny boat and use paddles (also called oars) to move the boat through the water. College rowing is a type of rowing that is done by people who are attending college.

In college rowing, there are two types of teams: men's teams and women's teams. The teams are made up of eight rowers sitting in a row, facing backwards, and each rower has an oar. There is also a ninth person in the boat called the coxswain, who sits at the front of the boat and helps the rowers stay in sync and steer the boat.

College rowing teams usually practice for many hours every day. They work on building strength and endurance so they can row fast and for a long time. They also practice rowing together so that they can move the boat as one unit.

College rowing teams compete against other college teams in races called regattas. In a regatta, several teams will line up on the water and race against each other. The team that crosses the finish line first is the winner.

College rowing is a very competitive sport, and it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to be a part of a college rowing team. But it can also be a lot of fun and a great way to stay in shape while also making friends and being part of a team.