Melbourne, Princeton, Oxford, The Global Oarswoman with Annie Anezakis- Episode 6

Annie Anezakis from Melbourne to Princeton to OxfordWho is Annie Anezakis?Annie Anezakis was drawn to Rowing at St Catherine’s School through learning to row to becoming a National Champion.  She was determined to forge a path through opportunities in the US and was fortunate to be offered a place at Princeton in the lightweight program.  She then went on to study at Oxford University and racing The Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race and leading Oxford University Women’s Program as President of the Club.Why does this conversation matter?Annie’s journey shows young athletes at school, how a path through international experiences can look like.  She has learned a lot from others around her and has forged a path through rowing and study to achieve her goal.  She is now studying Medicine as a post graduate degree, having an undergraduate degree in Science and Pharmacy.They talk through:​What Annie loved at school, teamwork, building a performance program and being guided by coaches​Transition to the Club based program at Mercantile Rowing Club and being inspired by the athletes around her at the club​Her time at Princeton training and studying; training designed around university​What training looks like and technical differences​Learning, growth and challenges at Oxford University and loving every minute of it​What it means to race in The Oxford- Cambridge Boat RaceThis conversation is important for athletes and parents in interested in Rowing opportunities overseas.Proudly supported by 776BCHosted by Drew GinnGuest Anne AnezakisPublished by Nicholas Finster