Albert Coomber
Squads
About Albert:
What is your reason for your course choice?
I enjoy understanding how stuff works
When, where and why did you start rowing? And what do you love about the sport?
I started rowing at college when I got to oxford 3 years ago. I really enjoy the team based aspect of the sport; you are reliant on everyone else performing well just as they are reliant on you.
What was your first rowing club and coach?
University college oxford boat club, coached by a PHD student at the college
What or who was the earliest sporting inspiration you remember as a child?
I was a big competitive swimmer, so seeing Michael phelps at 2008 olympics was very inspiring.
What sport did you prioritise growing up?
Swimming
What is your favourite non-academic book?
I love The Chronicles of Narnia.
What is your dream job? Or what do you aspire to do once you complete your studies?
I’m not sure yet, but I have a few more years of my DPhil left to figure it out!