Introduction

The DC Dragons began in 1992 as the National Capital Area Women’s Paddling Association (NCAWPA). What started as a women’s dragon boat festival team has evolved to include men and mixed teams that complete in both dragonboating and outrigger canoeing. Our teams have competed both locally and internationally. In addition to competing, NCAWPA spearheads the development of dragonboating and outrigger canoeing both locally and along the East Coast. Many of our members have been coaches and/or part of the organization committees for the DC Dragon boat festival since its inception. As the first dragonboat team in the DC metro area, we strive to inspire others to join in a sport that promotes cooperative team effort, is physically challenging and fun. We paddle year-round and welcome new paddlers to join us or our sister teams, GoPink!DC and NCAWPA Youth.

This blog chronicles our journeys and achievements

Sunday, August 2, 2009

Paddler's Profile - John


John - The Next Generation Paddler

First name: John
Affectionately called:
Official Position: DC Dragons representative to TeamUSA Youth
Paddling Age: About 2 years
Paddling Goals: Making Team USA and getting the gold at Prague this year.
What He Likes Best About The Team: The teamwork involved with moving a dragon boat forward. Great workout and great people
How Did He Get Into Paddling: Paddled for Uncle Alvin's team during the DC Dragonboat Festival 2008
What Keep Him Coming Back:
General words of wisdom for possible new paddlers: "Its just paddling","Train hard...fight easy"
What People Are Saying About John
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