Q&A with an athlete: rower Peter Chatain
Chatain reflects on his successful rowing career and his plans for the future
Q:
How long have you been rowing? How did you get into rowing?
A:
I’ve been rowing for 187 weeks plus or minus epsilon. Freshman year my dad suggested that I try out for the NT rowing team so I did.
Q:
How long have you been rowing for NT? What’s it like being on the team?
A:
Everyone on the rowing team is really supportive and fun to be around.
Q:
Are you planning on rowing after high school?
A:
Hopefully this summer I’ll make the Under 23 National team. This past summer I was on the U19 Team that competed in Lithuania. I’m going to row in college.
Q:
What do you like about rowing?
A:
I take pleasure in rowing for many nuanced reasons, although, to summarize, it’s psychologically rewarding to see your hard work lead to success. Also, I like boolin’ with the boys.
Q: Were you/are you involved in any sports other than rowing?
A: I used to play hockey freshmen year but having rowing practice from 4 to 7 and hockey from 9 to 11 wasn’t healthy so I had to choose.
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