...is the person standing on the back of the boat steering the team to victory. This person has a massive responsibility, not only do they have to keep a rampaging wooden boat full of paddlers going straight down the course, but they are also the 'safety' person on the boat. The sweep is one of the most important parts of the team and we always need more. If you want to learn to sweep, we have a training programme in place, you just need a willing attitude, good balance and your sea legs.