marcus free

Marcus Free is a former elite Australian rower and highly respected coach with achievements spanning national and international rowing. As a rower, he was a member of the The Southport School 1st VIII that won both the Head of the River and National Schoolboy Championship titles, before going on to become a 10-time National Champion. He represented Australia internationally, winning two Henley Royal Regatta championships, multiple World Cup medals, and a bronze medal at the World Championships. 

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As a Gold Coast based rowing coach, Marcus has built an outstanding record at state, national, and international level. He served as Queensland Kings Cup Coach and coached Jackson Free to seven consecutive Queensland Men’s Open Scull Championships. His crews have won multiple National Championships, including the 2026 Men’s Double Scull title. Marcus has also coached within the Australian U19 and U23 pathways, including a silver medal performance at the World Junior Championships. Two of his athletes, Jackson Free and Cormac Kennedy-Leverett, are members of the current 2026 Australian Men’s Quad Scull.

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CHHPC is incredibly fortunate to have Marcus involved as a Guest Coach for the Junior Elite Training Squad. His time is highly valued, and athletes are given the rare opportunity to learn from one of Australia's most accomplished and respected coaching minds. His guidance, technical expertise, and mentoring provide invaluable learning experiences for both athletes and coaches alike.

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It is a genuine privilege and honour for CHHPC to have Marcus contribute to the development of our athletes. His involvement reflects the calibre of expertise we strive to provide within our programs, and we are deeply appreciative of the knowledge, experience, and perspective he brings.