Fun Takes Center Stage: Steinmühle Has the Largest Contingent at the Marburg Night Marathon

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With nine relay teams, three half-marathon runners (Leon Vielhaben, Ron Owen, and Clara Freudenstein), and one marathon runner (Marlon Welsch), Steinmühle was once again the largest group of runners at this year’s Marburg Night Marathon.

The groups were diverse, meaning they were mixed in terms of running ability and not focused on achieving particularly high rankings. Fun and camaraderie were once again the main priorities this year, reported Principal Björn Gemmer, who successfully participated in the race. His group secured the top spot among those who finished. The fact that this particular group didn’t have a name—and that this was even noted on the certificate—was a minor source of amusement.

The following photos, showing all participants, depict—in no particular order—those who started the Marburg Night Marathon at the Steinmühle.

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Surfing Trip for the Advanced Sports Class

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A week of summer, sun, and surfing. That already sounds like vacation, doesn’t it!? But it wasn’t quite time for that yet… For the 12th-grade advanced sports class, however, it was already a reality—they went on a field trip! Early Saturday morning, they hopped on the TGV headed for the popular surfing town of Carcans-Plage in southern France.

After a long trip, we kicked off the evening by watching the soccer round of 16 match between Germany and Denmark at a local restaurant. The initially bad weather was more than made up for by the great atmosphere and joy over Germany’s victory.

The next day, feeling refreshed and well-rested, we set out for our first day of surfing. For some, it was their first time on a surfboard; others had already moved beyond the beginner stage and were giving their skills a thorough refresher. The great weather and excellent conditions sparked a love of surfing in most of us and allowed us to enjoy the rest of the day at the beach.

 

Surfing the “green waves”

The following surfing sessions led to more and more success, and we realized that with the right technique and a few tricks, you can make rapid progress. In the evenings, we sat together on the beach, built bonfires, and enjoyed the sunset on Carcans Plage. With our experienced surf instructor Tim, the bravest among us ventured out to ride the taller “green” waves, while others honed their basic skills in the “whitewater.” We also strengthened our class bond and spent a lot of time together through our group Spikeball, volleyball, and soccer tournaments.

Even though the trip was coming to an end at an ever-faster pace, our schedule was still packed. On the last evening, the sports class passionately cheered on our German national soccer team, wearing Germany jerseys and waving flags. The entire restaurant was filled with the spirit of Germany, and emotions ran high. The frustration and sadness over our national team’s elimination from the European Championship briefly dampened the mood, but it couldn’t take away the wonderful memories of a fantastic week of surfing!

Martha Mengel and Emiliya Yanets

 

Steinmühle is officially the “State Training Center for Para Rowing”

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The Hessian Association for Sports for People with Disabilities and Rehabilitation (HBRS) took advantage of the Steinmühle’s major sports festival on Friday, June 28, and the presence of its sports partners at the event to officially designate Steinmühle as a “State Training Center for Para Rowing.” HBRS President Heinz Wagner presented the official award in front of the Steinmühle boathouse to rowing instructor and coach Martin Strohmenger, who had been instrumental in driving this development forward with the support and backing of Steinmühle Managing Director Dirk Konnertz (in the background). The plaque now complements the existing sign reading “Steinmühle Inclusive Water Sports Center,” which was officially unveiled exactly one year ago at the summer festival of the “Rudern und Sport Steinmühle” club. Both of Steinmühle’s designations are closely linked to its partner, blista, the German Institute for the Blind in Marburg. For years now, inclusive rowing involving sighted and visually impaired rowers has been a vibrant and successful program. Their joint inclusive water sports program also includes canoeing. Other sports for people with physical disabilities are offered jointly as well. On the same day, blista received the official designation “State Training Center for Goalball, Para Judo, and Blind Soccer” from the HBRS president.

Together with several visually impaired and sighted athletes, Steinmühle, blista, and guests celebrated the awards and paid tribute to them: blista Board Member Patrick Temmesfeld, City Councilwoman and Head of the Sports Department Kirsten Dinnebier, Björn Backes, head of the City of Marburg’s Sports Department, blista Principal Peter Audretsch, Steinmühle Principal Björn Gemmer, Michael Neirich, rowing coordinator at Steinmühle, Janosch Briel, sports coordinator at blista; and Claus Duncker, finance director of RuS Steinmühle and former blista board member.

School Record on the High School Graduation Exam

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Great news from this year’s practical high school graduation exam in track and field: Benjamin Schul (center) set a new school record in the high jump with a leap of 1.85 meters. “He jumped higher than most of us—and he’s not even a track and field athlete,” reported Marcel Kalb, head of school sports. Hats off to you, Benjamin. That sets a new standard for Steinmühle!

Activity at the Steinmühle During the National Youth Games and Sports Day

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Some enjoy competing, while others see it more as an opportunity to try out a sport. The Federal Youth Games and the Steinmühle Sports Day were perfect for all of this. As is tradition, most of the activities took place at the Georg Gassmann Stadium. The facilities and weather provided ideal conditions, making the sporting events an active and enjoyable break from the school routine. Both individual and team sports were on the agenda, and medals and certificates were awarded. School athletic director Marcel Kalb was able to count on reliable support from the faculty for the organization and execution of the events and shared various photos. — Thank you very much for these snapshots!

 

Steinmühlen rower Marc Weber won a silver medal at the World Cup

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Congratulations on their podium finish: Marc Weber (RuS Steinmühle Marburg) and Jonas Gelsen (RC Nassovia Höchst) won the silver medal in the doubles event at the final World Cup before the Olympic Games in Poznan, Poland! In a thrilling race, the German duo demonstrated their outstanding skills against a world-class field.

In the race, Marc and his rowing partner clocked a time of 6:27.72 minutes, securing second place behind the Irish team, which took first place with a time of 6:25.28 minutes. The New Zealand team followed closely behind with a time of 6:28.41.

Winning the silver medal is a major achievement for “our” two guys and gives them a huge boost of motivation for the upcoming Olympic Games. The duo is officially competing this season under the name “Lottozweier,” as Lotto Hessen is so convinced of the athletes’ rowing abilities that the company has joined their ranks of supporters as part of a sponsorship agreement.

“Youth Training for the Olympics”: Steinmühlen Girls from WKIII Qualify for the Hesse Finals!

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A spectacular performance: Our girls in Competition Class III won the regional round of the “Youth Trains for the Olympics” competition, thereby qualifying for the state finals.

At the regional tournament, the team recorded three wins against Taunusschule, Gesamtschule Schlitzerland, and FvSS Wetzlar, along with two ties against IGS Busecker Tal and Gymnasium Oberursel, which won the state championship two years ago.

As always, Coach Lothar Potthoff’s team played with great dedication and shone thanks to a cohesive team effort.

The Hesse regional competition will take place on June 19 in Frankfurt. We’re keeping our fingers crossed!

Spring Run: Classes 5c and 6a were the fastest

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The spring run around the boathouse is a tradition at Steinmühle. Every year, students in grades 5 and 6 run their laps here. The fastest relay teams are also determined during the event. According to Nicole Scholtes, speaking on behalf of the organizing team, this year’s winners were the relay teams from classes 5c and 6a. The runners for each team were:

Class 5c: (from left) Back row: Marlene Würfel, Clara Koch, Emilia Buchta, Leo Niederhöfer, Liam Bacht, Theodor Weber, Hannes Kindergeld; front row: Greta Edelmann, Imani Krüger, Ole Brutzer.


Season 6a: (from left) Back row: Ein Kaya, Franka von zur Mühlen, Lotti Jarosch, Lenni Weber, Konrad Wagner, Jaden Vogel; Front row: Johanna Fuchs, Carla Isenberg, Konrad Wagner, Lars Dittrich.

 

A dozen wins and the Lahn Cup: RuS Steinmühle swept the board at the 112th Giessen Pentecost Regatta

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With no fewer than 12 victories under its belt, the Rudern und Sport Steinmühle club headed home from the 112th Giessen Pentecost Regatta. The concept of this traditional event—with its mix of elite and club sports—once again perfectly aligned with the Steinmühle Rowing Club’s mission to support both competitive and recreational rowing. The fact that Steinmühle’s results in Giessen were so outstanding proved once again: the right people are in the right place here.

Although he is now accustomed to competing on the international stage, Marc Weber decided to race in his home region once again. This return to his roots was well received by the organizers, and as expected, Marc—who has his sights set on an Olympic berth—secured two victories and the Lahn Cup. The RuS Junior A and Junior B competitive rowers also won their respective competitions. Johannes Germano claimed four victories and posted the fastest times in both the Junior B and Junior A competitions. Lilu Schmidt crossed the finish line first a total of five times. The talented Steinmühlen rower also impressed alongside her rowing partner from Eltville, Sofiia Krasnova, in the double sculls. “This duo could have a successful future ahead of them,” predicts Steinmühlen coach Martin “Stromi” Strohmenger.

 

Great performance by Maurits Juhre

The coach also praised Maurits Juhre’s outstanding performances. Together with Johannes Germano, Maurits—who had already impressed in Munich—posted the fastest times in the single sculls races. Maurits also took to the water with his Frankfurt rowing partner in the “development double,” and did so with phenomenal success: Out of a total of 15 competitors, they posted the fastest time. “Both train in an exemplary manner,” Strohmenger explained, seeing great potential for this boat combination in 2025.

Paula Koch had also signed up for the Pentecost Regatta. However, a last-minute illness put a damper on her plans. Several rowers from the U-15 age group would have competed as well—if they hadn’t been away at a Scout camp.

 

A united front sends a great message

“All these results are great,” says Coach Strohmenger happily. The coach considers the team spirit and the united front shown by the young athletes to be almost even more important, especially since all of the RuS competitive rowers competed in Giessen.

The next events are already marked on the RuS athletes’ calendars. Marc Weber will next compete at World Cup III in Poznan from June 14 to 16, while Johannes Germano, Lilu Schmidt, Maurits Juhre, and his rowing partner will compete at the 2nd International DRV Junior Regatta in Hamburg from June 1 to 2. The 88th Kassel Rowing Regatta, taking place the same weekend, will serve as the state qualifier for the national competition. There, Leonhardt Germano and Nils Grunwaldt will put their skills to the test.

 

 

Perfect weather and high spirits at the 2024 tennis tournament at Steinmühle Boarding School

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Tennis matches featuring teams with varying lineups are among the most popular sports activities at Steinmühle Boarding School. The weather was kind to the many participants, and everyone gathered in high spirits on the school’s own tennis court under bright sunshine. After several thrilling matches, a student-teacher team once again claimed victory. Congratulations! Even after the official part of the event, the courts remained busy, as the enthusiasm showed no signs of waning. We’re looking forward to seeing what other matches we’ll get to watch in the coming weeks.

 
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