OPRA Rowers Dominate Cadborosaurus Coastal Endurance Regatta in Victoria, B.C.

The Olympic Peninsula Rowing Association (OPRA) members had a successful weekend in Victoria, B.C. as they competed in the Cadborosaurus Coastal Endurance Regatta. The team, consisting of Cooper Disque, Mason Mai, Quince Chanway, and Noah Oberly, along with coach Sean Halberg as the coxswain, showcased their skills and determination on the water.

In the Men’s Junior Quad event, the OPRA rowers dominated the competition, finishing the 5-kilometer course in an impressive time of 32 minutes and 33.6 seconds, securing first place in their division. Disque also had a strong showing in the Men’s Junior Single event, finishing third with a time of 27 minutes and 12.6 seconds.

Additionally, OPRA member WendyRae Johnson teamed up with Veronika Peacock of Victoria in the Women’s Open Double event, earning a second-place finish with a time of 35 minutes and 35.7 seconds. The team’s hard work and dedication paid off as they represented OPRA with pride and skill.

For those interested in following OPRA’s activities and events, more information can be found on their website at http://www.parowing.org. The team’s success in Victoria is a testament to their commitment to excellence in rowing and their ability to compete at a high level.

In other sports news, golf pros Chad Wagner and Garrett Smithson of The Cedars at Dungeness will be hosting a 100-hole challenge donation event on April 30 to support the Sequim Youth Basketball program. Donations can be made directly through the pro shop or via the event’s Golf Genius donation page. For more information, interested individuals can contact the pro shop at 360-683-6344.