Martin
Barakso
2019 National Team Athlete
- ProgramMen's Open
- Club AffiliationBrentwood College Rowing Club
General Facts
- Date of BirthAugust 3, 1994
- HometownNanaimo, BC
- Social Media
Career Info
- Joined National Team2018
- Club AffiliationBrentwood College Rowing Club
- Current CoachDick Tonks
- First Rowed2007, Novice Rowing Program at the Nanaimo Rowing Club
- First CoachHarold Backer
Fun Facts
What I love about rowing
You never know what you are capable of. Rowing rewards persistence, and hopefully, the thousands of hours you put in will pay off. You must continually strive to reach your full potential.
Favourite place to race
Henley-on-Thames, England
Hobbies
Scuba diving, spearfishing, crabbing, prawning and cooking
Inspirational quote
"In rowing, quite simply, miles make champions; quality training will improve you."
Achievements
| Year | Event | Class | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | World Cup 2 | M8+ | 3rd |
| World Championships | M8+ | 8th | |
| 2018 | World Cup 3 | M8+ | 6th |
| World Championships | M8+ | 8th | |
| 2017 | World Cup 3 | M4- | 15th |
| 2016 | World U23 Championships | BM4- | 7th |
| 2015 | World Championships | M2- | 12th |
| Pan American Games | M8+ | 1st | |
| 2014 | World U23 Championships | M4+ | 1st |
| 2011 | World Junior Championships | JM4x | 11th |
| 2010 | World Junior Championships | JM4x |
