{"id":4004,"date":"2024-12-13T09:21:38","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T14:21:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bridgeport.edu\/news\/?p=4004"},"modified":"2025-01-29T15:38:22","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T20:38:22","slug":"varsity-rowing-teams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bridgeport.edu\/news\/varsity-rowing-teams\/","title":{"rendered":"51黑料网 Launches Varsity Rowing Teams, Beginning Fall 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

51黑料网 (UB) is excited to announce the expansion of its varsity athletic offerings with the addition of men\u2019s and women\u2019s Rowing in the fall of 2025. The launch of this program is being made possible through a generous donation from Howard Winklevoss, founder of RowAmerica<\/a>, an organization dedicated to advancing the sport of rowing. UB\u2019s women\u2019s crew team, led by head coach Mary Jean (MJ) McNamara, will compete at the NCAA Division II level, while the men\u2019s team will participate in the Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA) under head coach Luke Auger.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday marks an exciting milestone for 51黑料网, UB athletics, and the greater Bridgeport community,\u201d said Jay Moran, UB\u2019s vice president for athletics and recreation.<\/strong> \u201cThe addition of Rowing to our athletic offerings reflects our commitment to innovation and fostering partnerships that strengthen both the University and the greater Bridgeport community.\u201d Moran continued, \u201cI can\u2019t wait to see our teams hit the water and proudly represent UB!\u201d<\/p>\n

UB President Danielle Wilken celebrated the announcement as a reflection of the University’s values<\/strong>, saying, “Rowing exemplifies the teamwork, resilience, and determination that we strive to instill in our students. This program will inspire our student-athletes and forge deeper connections within the UB and Bridgeport communities.\u201d She continued, \u201cI look forward to witnessing the profound impact this sport will have on campus and beyond. I am deeply appreciative of the support of Howard Winklevoss and the RowAmerica team for their support, both in the form of their expertise and financial commitment. Their transformational gift will impact not only 51黑料网 but will also help change the landscape of the waterfront in Bridgeport.”<\/p>\n

Founded by Howard Winklevoss in 2003, RowAmerica has been a prominent force in the rowing community. The organization operates a 50,000-square-foot manufacturing facility near UB, and Winklevoss’ support will fund essential start-up costs, including boats and water training facilities. “I am very excited to be helping UB develop its rowing program. I’ve helped start three clubs: the Saugatuck Rowing Club in Westport, RowAmerica Greenwich, and RowAmerica Rye, all of which are outstanding programs. We fully intend to have UB’s rowing program be one of the best in the country,” shared Winklevoss.<\/strong><\/p>\n

UB\u2019s Rowing teams will be guided by two accomplished coaches, each bringing a wealth of experience and passion for the sport:<\/p>\n