Our Approach
Our approach to paddling. Simply put: To be the best we can each and every time we are on the water. Now keep in mind, we keep our eyes on the ball.
Our Story
Every team has a beginning.
Team Fusion is a dragon boat team founded in 2006 by our coach Eric Ledecky aka “Ducky”. Ducky and 13 paddlers from 6 different Rose Festival teams had a dream to paddle in more than just the Portland Rose Festival Race. This dedicated group of paddlers “fused” together to create Team Fusion. Together they reached their original goal by competing in races throughout Oregon and Washington.
The tradition continues today with Team Fusion routinely competing in races throughout the Northwest with a goal of expanding even farther. We currently include paddlers of all ages and from all walks of life. While we are a fun loving recreational team we have a very strong tradition of racing and a desire to do well and it shows.
We practice three times a week, all year round. Yes, we have practice in the wind, hail, snow, sideways rain and in the sun! WE HAVE A PASSION FOR THIS SPORT!
Meet the Leaders of Team Fusion
Eric “Ducky”
Head Coach
Paddling since 1993
Beth
New Council Member
Paddling since 2017
Debbie
Council Member
Paddling since 2012
Erica
Council Member
Paddling since 2013
Mike
Council Member
Paddling since 2016
Tyanne
Council Member
Paddling since 2015