Jim “Coop” Cooper has a strong NRRA presence as a masters rower and as the Equipment Manager and Maintenance person—or, in traditional rowing parlance—as our ‘Boatman’. Coop is instrumental in making improvements throughout the site and keeping our fleet of launches operable and safe. He has been with NRRA since its founding in 1986.

As Coop says, “Rowing brings out the best in all of us: focused concentration, meditative release, community spirit, introspective solitude, the desire to win, and the ability to concede defeat. It is ALL life lessons; entrenched in one outing.” Coop is an ardent believer in the importance of a firm handshake and a hearty greeting. Be ready!