Bison Rowing Team Prepares for Eastern Sprints
The Bucknell Bison rowing team is heading to Worcester, Massachusetts, for the IRA Women’s Eastern Sprints on Sunday, May 3rd. This event is one of the biggest regattas in the Northeast.
Bucknell will race three eights and one four on Lake Quinsigamond. This competition is crucial as it’s the last official event before the Patriot League Championships, which take place in two weeks in New Jersey.
This spring has been impressive for Bucknell’s Varsity Eight. They’ve claimed two Patriot League Boat of the Week honors. Recently, they went 2-0 against Delaware and Rhode Island at the Cornell Double Duals. Earlier this season, they also performed well at the Knecht Cup, earning bronze in a large field.
On race day, the Varsity Eight will compete against Rutgers, Radcliffe, Cornell, and Connecticut at 9 a.m. The second Varsity Eight races at 9:40 a.m. against Brown, Columbia, Northeastern, and UMass. The Varsity Four begins at 10:10 a.m. alongside Brown, Boston University, and others.
Team Lineup
Varsity Eight:
- Cox: Hattie Hopper
- Stroke: Evelyn Sherman
- 7: Logan Moore
- 6: Callie VonderHaar
- 5: Caroline Cawley
- 4: Kalena Gatesman
- 3: Frances Butterfield
- 2: Morgan Brill
- Bow: Colby Bernhard
Second Varsity Eight:
- Cox: Marley Holifield
- Stroke: Sadye Levensten
- 7: Bella Guzman
- 6: Caroline Corbett
- 5: Victoria Miller-Tuchon
- 4: Rosemary Ostrowski
- 3: Abaigeal Robertson
- 2: Clara Eikeboom
- Bow: Kennedy Narine
Third Varsity Eight:
- Cox: Smith Bumpers
- Stroke: Amelia Smith
- 7: Kaitlyn Furtney
- 6: Emma Kammann
- 5: Ryan Cowell
- 4: Kelsey Brennan
- 3: Maya Snyder
- 2: Jessica Mauer
- Bow: Grace Pepper
Varsity Four:
- Cox: Sky Rath
- Stroke: Lily Francoeur
- 3: Campbell Coonley
- 2: Eliza Horne
- Bow: Margaret Greenberg
Looking Ahead
Races like these highlight the importance of teamwork and strategy in rowing. According to experts, success in rowing relies on the synchrony of the crew rather than individual speed. This is especially true at major events like the Eastern Sprints.
Coach Sarah Johnson once said, “The rhythm and flow are as important as strength. Each member’s role matters.” This emphasis on teamwork echoes throughout the sport, showcasing how every team member’s contribution drives performance.
With the Patriot League Championships approaching, the Bison are eager to carry their momentum into the final stretch of the season. Fans and alumni alike are excited as they anticipate watching the team compete at their best.
