{"id":2060,"date":"2020-02-18T16:07:11","date_gmt":"2020-02-18T21:07:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.bowdoin.edu\/crew\/?p=2060"},"modified":"2020-02-18T16:07:11","modified_gmt":"2020-02-18T21:07:11","slug":"the-love-i-could-feel-around-me-the-first-annual-henry-zietlow-ergathon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/students.bowdoin.edu\/crew\/events\/the-love-i-could-feel-around-me-the-first-annual-henry-zietlow-ergathon\/","title":{"rendered":"“The love I could feel around me”: The First Annual Henry Zietlow Ergathon"},"content":{"rendered":"

BRUNSWICK, Maine\u2014 Last Friday Bowdoin Rowing hosted the first annual Henry Zietlow Ergathon. Dozens from the Bowdoin community joined relay teams that completed marathons in Henry\u2019s honor. It is hard to overstate the love that filled the room.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Alice Hawkins ’22 from Bowdoin Women’s Rugby finishes the day.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On December 30th, 2018, Henry completed a marathon erg at the Power House, a fitness center near his home. The Power House later reflected \u201cwhile the rest of the community rowed the distance in teams of three, Henry was the single person to complete the challenge on a solo mission. His focus, athleticism, determination, and skill were on full display that day and it completely defined the event for everyone present to witness it.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Two weeks later, on January 14th, we lost Henry to a car accident. Words can\u2019t describe our devastation, our heartbreak.<\/span><\/p>\n

This year, on January 11th, 2020, the Power House hosted another erg marathon\u2014 in Henry\u2019s honor. Bowdoin Rowing thought that was a brilliant idea, a wonderful way to celebrate the life of Henry and his dedication to rowing. In fact, we loved it so much, we decided to host an erg marathon of our own!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mya Vu ’21 representing Bowdoin Women’s Soccer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The first annual Henry Zietlow Ergathon took place in\u00a0<\/span>Smith Union on Friday, February 7th. The turn out was shocking. We had nearly 20 groups, over 100 people, show up to row. Several campus organizations (namely Bowdoin Women\u2019s Soccer, Bowdoin Women\u2019s Volleyball, Bowdoin Women\u2019s Rugby, Bowdoin Men\u2019s Rugby, and the Peucinian Society) joined us.<\/span><\/p>\n

All participants wore headbands, a trademark of Henry\u2019s, in hopes of channeling his spirit. Many of the headbands were purple, to honor the women\u2019s rowing team at Holy Cross. They recently endured a tragedy terribly similar to ours.<\/span><\/p>\n

The celebration started with some heart warming words from Ben Ross \u201922 and Matt Donnelly \u201922. Together, they said the following: \u201cHenry was our dearest friend and we miss him so much. He was an inspiration to all of us. Everything he was a part of, he pursued with passion, determination, and love, and he made every group that he was a part of better. Henry made our team, and the whole Bowdoin community, more loving, harder working, and happier\u2026 Every stroke we take we take for him\u2026let his passion and loving spirit inspire you in the days, weeks, and months ahead.\u201d Coach Doug then stepped forward to speak in turn. He spoke of Henry\u2019s spirit, his Free Speed, and reminded everyone present that the day first and foremost was a celebration of Henry’s life.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shorty thereafter, the voice of junior coxswain Andy Bolender \u201921 echoed through the room. \u201cAttention\u2026 Go!\u201d And we were off. Rhianna\u2019s 2010 hit \u201cOnly Girl (In The World)\u201d took us out of the gate. The room filled with excitement, shouts of encouragement, and energy. Amazingly\u2014 impossibly\u2014 that energy remained in the room for three and a half hours! Non-stop music, shouting, cheering, and not a single lapse or break. Just pure Free Speed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cameron Snow \u201922 completed the entire marathon on his own. Dozens of participants surrounded him to guide him through the last few meters. It was an astonishing performance, a testament to the true strength and iron will Henry inspires.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cameron Snow ’22 completes the marathon alone.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The last team to finish was the Women\u2019s Rugby Team. Every single participant swarmed Alice Hawkins \u201922 as she pulled the last 1000 meters. It was a sight to behold. A true showing of camaraderie, of friendship, of love. The Bowdoin community has never looked stronger.<\/span><\/p>\n

At the end of the day, there was pizza for all and more than enough willing hands to help clean up. When asked to comment, Matt Donnelly enthusiastically recalled \u201cthe turnout, enthusiasm, and positive energy that the Bowdoin community brought to the first annual Ergathon in Henry\u2019s honor was astounding. For three hours I did nothing but smile because of the love I could feel all around me. It was such an amazing way to remember Henry and his lasting presence on our team, and one of the most memorable days I have had here at Bowdoin.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Bowdoin Rowing would like to thank our captains Julie and Gianni, our coaches Doug and Ry, the athletic department, and student activities for making our event a reality. It was a truly special day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Already word has spread around campus about how amazing the Henry Zietlow Memorial Ergathon was. Rumor has it next year\u2019s turnout will be even better! All are welcome!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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