Row New York
Row New York’s intensive rowing and academic program offers a diverse group of inner-city girls the opportunity to learn to row competitive crew within the greater context of a youth development and academic enrichment program. Structured around six days a week of afterschool and early morning practices and competitions, the high school program includes SAT prep, comprehensive college guidance, and personalized academic tutoring based on continuing assessment.
Results
- In 2010, the Novice Four won the New York State Club Championship, and the Varsity Four finished with a Bronze medal. In 2011, the Novice Eight won Gold.
- All graduates of Row New York’s competitive teams have gone on to college. Schools include Harvard, Smith, Fordham, Northeastern, Macalester, Bryn Mawr, Syracuse, and Iona.
- Over 50% have received full or partial academic or rowing scholarships, three are on full rowing scholarships, and the majority of alumnae are rowing with their college teams.
Looking Ahead
In the coming year, Row New York will take over the recently renovated Peter Jay Sharp Boathouse on the Harlem River and expand the youth development and competitive rowing programs at this site.