Keep scrolling for info on:
Practice Info for this week
Vaccine Cards
Gift Card Fundraiser
Spiritwear Orders
Aspiring Champions Workouts (Optional)
Carpool Info
Volunteer Opportunities
Fall Calendar
Regatta Schedule
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Right now, it looks like the next handful of practices will need to be land practices as we wait on a few factors that are out of our control: both launch motors are being serviced and we do not yet have a turnaround date on that; though it looks to be in good condition, the dock is closed until it can be assessed for damages; and we are still working on inventory, repairs, and replacements on items like seats and sound systems.
Unfortunately, we will need to plan practices one day at a time. We may have some practices in other locations to work on boats, etc... so keep an eye on your REMIND texts.
FRIDAY 9/3 (3:30-5:30): Unless notified otherwise, land practice at Battle of the Clouds Park (133 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA 19355)
SATURDAY 9/4: TBD
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We will continue to collect vaccine cards to stay on top of this. If you have not done so already, please bring your card or a copy to practice this week.
As you may know, we row out of the launches that are partially owned by Upper Merion School District. We have heard that Upper Merion is beginning to require adults in the private Upper Merion Boat Club to show proof of vaccination to row out of the boathouse. While our situation is different, Great Valley Crew is asking that IF you have a vaccination card, you provide us with a copy so we can be proactive should this type of mandate work it's way to us. To be clear, Great Valley Crew is not requiring anyone to be vaccinated, however it may get complicated if we are required to meet vaccine requirements to use the launch. Having a copy of the cards on file will allow us to proceed with our season without a stoppage of practices should any outside entities require proof of vaccination.
If you have any questions or concerns about this matter, please talk to John at gvcrewpd@gmail.com.
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If you haven't sent in a gift card for the Fall Raffle yet, please try to get that in sometime this week. They can be given to Veronica at practice. We are looking for gift cards of any denomination from any area stores, restaurants, services, etc.. to create a "mega" gift card bundle to raffle off. With some added costs this fall from the flooding, this will be an important fundraiser. Thank you for your support! |
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Get your orders in by Sunday, September 12.
Contact Linda McCarthy
610-608-7482
mcpip516@gmail.com
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LAST CALL: We are partnering with the Pegasus team for an OPTIONAL Strength and Conditioning Training Program in King of Prussia. Aspiring Champions is a sports performance facility which specializes in working with athletes. It's located at 970 Polaski Drive near Maggiano's at KOP Mall.
There is a cost associated with this program and is dependent upon the number of participants so we are unsure of the cost right now (but probably less than $200). Right now we are just gathering info to see who is interested. Again, this is completely optional and not required or expected in any way. We are offering this option because Veronica did this over the summer and wants to continue because she said it really helped her improve.
Sessions are Mondays and Thursdays before school (5:30-6:30)Veronica is going to attend and can possibly drive 3 or 4 others.
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Anyone still looking for a carpool, please contact JOHN at gvcrewpd@gmail.com and he will see what he can do.
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As you may know, we need "all hands on deck" to keep GV Crew "afloat".
All puns aside, please consider where you may be able to help. Below is a list of volunteers. Though the bigger roles are filled (Yay!), we will still need all families to contribute from time to time.
Program Director: JOHN BREWER - gvcrewpd@gmail.com
The program director works closely with the coaches and the GV Crew Board of Directors to see that everything runs smoothly for GV Crew.
Marketing/Communications: ROBIN BREWER - gvcrewm@gmail.com
Sends newsletters, emails, and oversees social media and REMIND text messages.
Treasurer/Uniforms/Spirit wear: LINDA McCARTHY - mcpip516@gmail.com
Keeps track of income and expenses and reports back to program director and GVCO. Also orders/sells uniforms and spirit wear. Thank you to previous treasurer, Pat McDonald!
Hospitality: Vacant
Coordinates refreshments and hospitality tent for regattas. Also, helps plan other team events like start-of-season/end-of-season picnics.
Carpool Coordinator: MJ MALANDRUCCO - mjmalandrucco@hotmail.com
Helps to connect families to carpool to and from practices.
Fundraising: THERESA FRIEDMAN AND ? Looking for a Co-Chair
theresadfriedman@gmail.com and megjoy@comcast.net
This is a group effort. Theresa is looking for a co-chair but you won't do all of the work, everyone chips in for fundraising!
Oversees several fundraisers for the team, including annual Blue Jean Ball.
We need a new chairperson, however, you will have a lot of support from our previous chair, Jen Grobe, as well as others who have helped in the past. Jen has done an incredible job for us in the past and we are so thankful!
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Fall 2021 Season - Mark Your Calendars |
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Important Dates:
TBD - Swim Test
All new rowers will need to pass a swim test. We are currently waiting on a response from the Upper Main Line YMCA, but we are aiming for a Friday evening around 8pm.
Regatta Dates:
*Regattas may be added or removed as needed*
Kings Head XXXIV Regatta on the Schuylkill - Sunday, September 26 - Bridgeport, PA
Yes, this is out of our boat launch! CANCELLED
Head of the Christina - TBD - Christina River - Wilmington, DE
(Likely October 2 as it is historically the first Saturday in October)
Navy Day Regatta: Saturday, October 16 - Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA
Head of the Schuykill: Sunday, October 30 - Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA
Hidden River Chase - Sunday, November 7 - Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA
Frostbite: Saturday, November 13 - Cooper River - Pennsauken, NJ
Braxton: Sunday, November 14 - Mercer Lake - West Windsor, NJ
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- There is no experience necessary for you to row with us!
- Boys & Girls Grades 8-12. Note: 8th graders can train and practice, but are not eligible to compete in the regattas.
- There is NO TRANSPORTATION provided to practices or to regattas in Philly, NJ and DEL. There is a voluntary and optional parent-led carpool for those that want to participate.
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PLEASE NOTE: This is a competitive rowing team, we need your full commitment to all practices and regattas. We need the whole team at every practice to ensure we can get on the water ever day the weather conditions allow.
- Registration fees cover many costs including boathouse rental, boat purchases and maintenance, insurance, and coaches salaries. We strive to fundraise and keep our fees low. We are proud to say that our fees remain lower than other comparable programs.
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If you will be missing a practice, please text Coach Ryan directly using the REMIND app. |
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Get Text Updates with REMIND |
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REMIND is the #1 way to stay on top of what is going on
in GV Crew.
Besides reminders for certain events, this texting service is used by the coaches to give updates if a practice needs to be changed or cancelled on short notice.
Join the GV Crew REMIND group for Crew updates
& reminders via TEXT
To join, send @hfdbb to the number 81010
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Please read our COVID Safety Guidelines HERE.
Or you can download the PDF HERE
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Would you like an additional email to receive our newsletter or would you like to unsubscribe? Email Robin at gvcrewm@gmail.com |
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Questions about GV Crew? Contact John Brewer at gvcrewpd@gmail.com
For additions to the newsletter: Email Robin Brewer at gvcrewm@gmail.com
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Flag Football for K-1
Season lasts 9/24 - 1st week of Nov.
1 hour practice on a weeknight
1 hour game on Saturday mornings
We keep the team rosters small and play 5 v 5 so all the kids get a chance to participate and kids rotate positions after every play. There is still time to
The season lasts from Sep 24th through the 1st week of November. Players will have a 1 hour of practice on a weeknight and a 1 hour game on Saturday mornings. All games will be played at the new GVCO Community Center complex, 51 N Bacton Hill Rd., Malvern.
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!
2021 COED HIGH SCHOOL FLAG FOOTBALL
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Highlights:
· Games are played Sundays around midday
· Season is late September to early November
· Minimum of 10 players per team
· Games are played 5v5. Two girls per team must be on the field at all times
· 6 game season plus playoffs
· GVCO will provide 2 referees and a scorekeeper for every game
· Players will receive team jerseys
· All games played at the new GVCO Community Center complex on Bacton Hill Rd., Malvern
Team registration deadline is September 10th.
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Fall Cheer
Fall Cheer began August 16th. Athletes will learn cheers and routines to be performed during Fall football games.
Cheer for Grades 2-6 will include Fall competitions and early Winter basketball games.
Flag Cheer (K-1st) will practice on Thursday nights from 6-7pm and GV cheer (2-6) will practice on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6-7:30pm. For more information, please contact cheer@gvco.org.
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Winter Basketball
Registration opens Sept. 15th.
Players must be Great Valley
School District residents.
Players of all abilities are welcome
Each team will have 1 practice and 1 game each week
Games and practices will be held at courts within the GVSD boundaries
Skills assessments begin in mid-October
Practices and games begin the second week in November
Season ends in late February
Visit www.GVCO.org for more information about Winter GVBL and to register
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Great Valley Community Organization |
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Lend a Paw
Donation Drive
Sept. 11 - Oct. 9
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Join us and our furry friends at these fun events and drop off your donations:
Sept 11, 9am—12pm:
Help us stuff Kong toys and meet some of the SPCA pets!
Sept 18, 9am—12pm:
Donation Drop off
Sept 25, 9am—12pm:
SPCA Adoption Awareness Day— Come see SPCA animals that are available for immediate adoption!
Oct 2, 9am—12pm:
Meet more adorable SPCA animals!
Oct 9, 9am—12pm:
Donation Drop off
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The GVCO Caring Hands Foundation is perpetually looking for students in grades 7-12 who are interested in helping the community:
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GVCO Community Center Sitework Continues at Bacton Hill
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The catastrophic rain storm yesterday sidelined the sitework crew but the building pad and stormwater basin held up great. Kudos to the engineer and sitework crew! |
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What can we accomplish together?
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We are on our way...
to a world-class community resource that delivers a broad range of sports, educational, arts, recreational and senior programs that address key community needs.
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The time is NOW.... Together we can make it happen!
We need your help to finish what we've started! We will not get the necessary financing to complete the project without raising additional funds.
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Announcing a new GVCO Partnership
For many years, GVCO has enjoyed a tremendous relationship with Temple University's School of Sports Tourism and Hospitality Management. Recently GVCO has reached out to Immaculata's Office of Career and Professional Development to initiate a similar relationship. As a local community partner, Immaculata is a natural fit for GVCO as we continue to develop further programming here in the Great Valley Community. Immaculata has strength in areas like adult programs and Education - areas that GVCO plans to focus on with the onset of the new facility. As we move into the new school year, look for GVCO and Immaculata working together for the betterment of our local community.
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The Muck Family
“Yes, count us all in!”
This year, the Muck Family vacationed in Lake Placid, NY. On their second day, one of the kids had the wild idea of hiking Mt. Marcy, the tallest mountain in NY. At the top, you can see as far as Quebec and Lake Champlain.
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The hike is 15 miles, 7.5 hours, and 3,574 feet in elevation. What? This is certainly a wild idea! “Yes, count us all in!” During the climb, we passed many other hikers, who offered bits of what to expect ahead and words of encouragement. This picture is at the end of the day, dirty and tired, but the smiles show we were so glad we did it!
The folks at GVCO are embarking on another wild idea with building the community center. It has taken and will continue to require a lot of hard work and determination, and help from others along the way is essential. When GVCO asked us to help with the Capital Campaign, of course, we said “Yes, count us all in!” All six of us have graduated from GVHS and we love Malvern. We see the GVCO Community Center as being a pinnacle in the lives of those of us lucky enough to call Great Valley home and we are sure it will bring smiles to all the faces from young to old in the community at the end of the day.
Keep climbing GVCO!
Wiley, Brian, Jill, Ellie, AJ, and Danny Muck
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