Patrick Ryan

Patrick Ryan, also known as Paddy Ryan, is the Chief Coach of the women's squad at Cambridge University Boat Club (CUBC).14 Here are some key details about his background and role:

Coaching Career at CUBC

Patrick Ryan began his journey with CUBC in 2013 as an assistant coach for the women's programme.5 He was appointed as the women's chief coach in September 20216, taking on the responsibility of leading the squad into The Boat Race against Oxford University.

Coaching Philosophy

Ryan's coaching philosophy emphasizes:

• Pursuit of perfectionism: He believes in nurturing athletes' passion for rowing and their pursuit of perfecting their craft.1
• Focus on the journey: While winning is important, Ryan places greater emphasis on the overall experience and growth of the athletes throughout the season.1
• Culture building: He considers culture as one of the most crucial elements in achieving success, empowering athletes to be "culture carriers" within the team.3

Achievements

Under Ryan's leadership, the Cambridge women's eight has achieved notable success:

• Set a new record time of 18:23 in The Boat Race on the Thames in London.2
• Secured consecutive wins in the 2022 and 2023 Boat Races.3

Background

Before joining CUBC, Ryan had experience coaching at Thames Rowing Club and London Youth Rowing.1 He originally hails from Australia and moved to the UK in April 2000.1

Current Role

As the Chief Coach of the women's squad at CUBC, Ryan is responsible for:

• Overseeing the training and development of the women's rowing team.
• Preparing the squad for The Boat Race and other competitions.
• Collaborating with boat manufacturers like Filippi to ensure the team has top-quality equipment.3

Patrick Ryan's leadership and coaching philosophy have played a significant role in shaping the success of the Cambridge University women's rowing programme in recent years.