I’ve always wanted to row at a higher level than what I’m at right now. Our team is very small with few guys who are serious and competitive about rowing. Rowing at the higher level makes it much more competitiv, which is good for me as I am very competitive and this will push me to get stronger. I believe that academics is only part of what’s important. What really matters is your work ethic and your charcter. I believe that I exude both of these traits very well.