Rowers that are not in this line-up will not be able to attend the Regatta due to restrictions. It is the intention of GV Crew to be competitive while also regatta opportunities for everyone. *Reminder that 8th graders are learn-to-row only and not eligible to compete.

All rowers who will be competing in Regattas need to register or renew with US Rowing by Wednesday night. Click HERE to register. You will be registering as an Individual. Click JOIN for a new membership and LOG IN for a renewal. The cost is $9.75.

Transportation: We are currently looking into transportation options including 12-15 passenger van rental but we may need volunteers to drive. There will be a short Zoom meeting this THURSDAY at 7:30 to discuss transportation details. Look for a REMIND text on Thursday with a link for the meeting.

Uniforms: Those who are rowing this weekend will need a uniform. Linda McCarthy and I will be at the Boathouse with uniforms THIS WEDNESDAY for purchase (cash, check, or venmo). We have a variety of sizes in our inventory, but did not order additional yet as we just recently got confirmation that regattas were on for this season. As uniforms take 5 weeks to order, we will need to work with what we have in our current inventory, but I believe we can make it work.

Swim Test: You must have passed the swim test before you can row in a regatta. Several rowers will need to take the test this Friday evening 4/9 at 8:00 at the Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn. This is the tentative time, we are awaiting confirmation. If you have not yet taken the test, please plan to take the test this Friday.

MASKS: Everyone must wear a mask at all times, regardless of whether or not you have been vaccinated or already had COVID19. The exceptions are rowers on the water. A rower must have his/her mask on until the boat leaves the dock and at that time he/she may remove it. The mask must be put back on before the boat can dock after the race. Coxswains must wear a mask and shield during the race.

SPECTATORS: We (and the City Health Dept) are very serious about the no spectator rule. No tailgate tents or gathering of any kind are allowed. Yes, we know the park is public and anyone can walk in, but if anyone is observed spectating, they will be asked to leave immediately or their team will be disqualified for the day. Persistence could result in expulsion from all PSRA events. 

HEALTH LIAISON: Every team is required to appoint someone as its Health Liaison. This can be a coach, parent, school official or volunteer. This person’s name and contact info needs to be submitted to me this week. This person is responsible for reporting to us any positive COVID cases on the team or staff, any quarantine of the team or the school and any detailed information regarding transmission (with the exception of personal identity as that is protected by law.) The PSRA is not requiring you to take temperatures before and after the regattas as stated in a previous document (although the Stotesbury Cup may do so.)

FOOD: NO food or drink will be dispensed at the venue. Each person must bring his/her own lunch, snacks and drinks to be consumed with their team and in their team space. No buffet style tables or picnics on the lawn are allowed.

PORTABLE TOILETS: We have ordered twice as many portable toilet units as we usually do. They will all be located on the lawn at St. Joe’s Boathouse. Units for officials only be be located in different areas. These units will be cleaned Saturday night and locked overnight. If you would like to order a unit exclusively for your team, you may do so by contacting Karen Jackson at National Rentals at 610-623-6860. Tell her you are with the PSRA regattas. You will be responsible for paying for this unit and labeling and locking it yourself. This unit will have to be placed on the lawn with the other units. It cannot go in the parking lot next to your trailer. Please be sure to bring your own sanitizers wipes, sprays, hand sanitizers.

TENTS: As stated there can be no team tents erected along the course. You may set up a small tent near your trailer if the weather is inclement.

LIVESTREAM: We hope to livestream the 2nd and 3rd Flicks and as always, City Championship.

PSRA GEAR: We will have one vendor who will sell PSRA T-shirts etc. They accept cash and credit cards.

Slideshow: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1MNoPSVziD3y5xifFP2QY9e4HyLM0u9hpPpnIl5xQ40Q/edit?usp=sharing

Use THIS LINK to get to the EDITABLE Google Spreadsheet.

in GV Crew.

The program director works closely with the coaches and the GV Crew Board of Directors to see that everything runs smoothly for GV Crew.

Sends newsletters, emails, and oversees social media and REMIND text messages.

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: YI-MING CHIU - chiuym@yahoo.com

Coordinates refreshments and hospitality tent for regattas. Also, help plan other team events like start-of-season/end-of-season picnics. You will receive plenty of support from our amazing previous hospitality chairs, Allen and Laura Brinton.

Organizes parent carpool for team practices. Has done an incredible job for several seasons already!

Prepare team spotlight features for social media and newsletters. This is a new one, we are looking forward to a more personalized highlight of our team members! Thanks Vijaya!

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!

Please read our COVID Safety Guidelines HERE.

Or you can download the PDF HERE

GVCO Caring Hands Color Some Kindness! Box Decorating Event for the Chester County Food Bank

Thank you to our student volunteers who came out Sunday for a fun box decorating event! Local seniors will be pleasantly surprised with nice messages and cute drawings for their Senior Food Boxes

Learn more about Caring Hands and get involved: https://www.gvco.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1220990

The pipelines have been identified and marked. This is important for the site contractor as they prepare to install construction entrance to the back of the property.

With the assistance of All Phase Electric, PECO also energized the site trailer today. All Phase Electric President Chris Caniglia, Malvern resident and long- time supporter of multiple GVCO programs, donated his time and services to coordinate and install the site trailer’s electrical hook-up.

Go to https://www.gvco.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1329444 to learn the entire picture where we are and what it is going to take to make this facility happen.

DONATE NOW to finalize the building of our brand new GVCO Community Center!

Check out the program pages: GVCO Inside and Out

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