We want to share a special story from the weekend that exemplifies the true spirit of rowing, by the youngest among us.
On Sunday, there were unselfish acts of heroism shown by Nick Mead and James Konopka, rowing in a double for Episcopal Academy, who stopped their race to come to the aid of two St. Joe's Prep rowers whose boat had flipped. Congratulations and thank you to Nick and James for showing great presence, maturity and selflessness and the true spirit of the sport of rowing.
A special 'shout out' goes to Joe Leonard and Andrew Burrichter, the two St. Joe's Prep rowers who brought this to the attention of their coaches.
Thank you.
Sincere thanks to competitors and coaches for choosing the Head of the Schuylkill Regatta and for your spirit, your competitvenes and your loyalty.
- To the teams who were unable to travel to Philadelphia due to weather conditions, we truly missed you. And we offer apologies to competitors for races cancelled on Saturday, also due to weather.
- We tip our blades, and offer our heartfelt thanks, to the officials and referees who traveled to Philadelphia and spent two cold days on the water to ensure that the regatta was fair, safe and competitive.
- Our volunteer corps, numbering more than 200, were the stars this weekend. The Head of the Schuylkill Regatta could not happen without them.
- We are fortunate to have extraordinary sponsors, many of whom spent the weekend with us on the banks of the Schuylkill showing their support, and enthusiasm for the event.
- Vendors support the off water activities of the regatta. We are fortunate to have very loyal vendors and especially our food vendor, Winnie's Le Bus who made sure everyone had warm 'comfort' food for the weekend. Thank you!
2012 Head of the Schuylkill Regatta: October 27 and 28!
John Hogan, Commodore of the Schuylkill Navy, presenting the Commodore's Cup to University of Pennsylvania for winning the Womens College Frosh/Novice Eights.
POINTS TROPHY WINNERS
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COLLEGE – MEN |
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Drexel University
Princeton University |
COLLEGE – WOMEN |
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Drexel University
Villanova University |
COLLEGE – OVERALL |
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Drexel University |
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OPEN - MEN |
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Penn AC Rowing Association |
OPEN - WOMEN |
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Vesper Boat Club |
OPEN - OVERALL |
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Vesper Boat Club |
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MASTERS – MEN |
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Potomac Boat Club |
MASTERS – WOMEN |
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Vesper Boat Club |
MASTERS – OVERALL |
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Vesper Boat Club |
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HIGH SCHOOL - MEN |
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St. Joseph’s Prep
Crescent Boat Club |
HIGH SCHOOL - WOMEN |
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Connecticut Boat Club |
HIGH SCHOOL - OVERALL |
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Connecticut Boat Club |
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About the Power & Grace Calendar
The Power & Grace Calendar is the official fundraiser of the U.S. National Women's Rowing Team, and entirely athlete-managed. One hundred percent of the calendar proceeds will be donated to the U.S. National Women's Rowing Team to help cover daily training expenses. Training to make the Olympic rowing team is a full-time job, requiring 45+ hours per week of dedication. The team trains three times daily by rowing, erging, running, biking, yoga and weight lifting. The goal of this calendar is to ease the financial burden of athletes committing their lives to being the best in the world. The US Women's Team trains full-time in Princeton, NJ.
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Only In Philadelphia
Philadelphia offers a spectacular fall head racing venue. You know that if you are a returning competitor.
What you may not know about are the many exceptional entertainment, cultural and dining opportunities unique to our city. For rowers with families. For 20 and 30 something singles. For high school and college crews. Read Clifford Pearlman's latest article about how you can spend eternity with your crew ; - )
We encourage you to add some of these non-rowing experiences to your visit, and to extend your visit to include a Friday or Sunday night stay. For answers to your questions about these opportunities, visit www.visitphilly.com. You also are welcome to email questions to travel@hosrregatta.org; they will be answered promptly by the writer of these pieces, a perennial competitor. We will be adding pieces regularly in the months leading up to the Regatta. Read more...
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