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Para Coach Ellen Minzner Named 2023 Coach of the Year

The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee honored Ellen Minzner in May as the 2023 Paralympic Coach of the Year.

Princeton Women’s Rowing Has Three Alumnae Named To U.S. Olympic Team

The Princeton Women's Open Rowing Team will have three alumnae participating for the United States Olympic Team at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.

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USRowing Announces First 21 Members of Paris 2024 Olympic Roster

USRowing is excited to announce the first 21 athletes who will represent the United States at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games this summer.

Will Russian Athletes Compete in the 2024 Olympics?

Inside the Games is reporting that World Rowing may allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to qualify for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

In Tokyo, A Day of Firsts

Rowing at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics has ended. Canada won the ultimate prize in the women's eight while the Kiwi's emerged victorious in the men's eight. The U.S. rowing contingent departs Tokyo without a medal.

Pride, Joy, Tears, and Medals on Day Five in Tokyo

At the conclusion of Thursday's racing in Tokyo, the U.S. remains medal-less. For other crews, though, pride and excitement were chief emotions as medalists were crowned.

First Finals Decided, Gold Medalists Crowned at Sea Forest Waterway

The United States secured two more final spots in the women's lightweight double and the men's eight on day four of Olympic rowing. The women's double and men's four both finished in fifth place in their finals.

First Medals on The Line in Tokyo

A guide to what the next steps are for the athletes in Tokyo and who is racing when after two days of canceled racing.

A Weather Break Could be Just That

With the Sea Forrest Waterway shut down due to weather, some crews are getting a break from a difficult schedule.

Empty Stands But an Ocean of Support

For some rowers, today's racing inspired reflection and gratitude for the support they receive even if the stands are empty.

Young American Squad Manages Success on Day Two of the Games

The United States' women's eight and men's four advance directly to finals while the men's eight narrowly missed out but put up an impressive performance.

First Day of Tokyo Racing, Two U.S. Crews Advance

The first day of Olympic racing at Sea Forest Waterway gave crews the opportunity to test the waters during the men's and women's singles, doubles, and quad heats.

An Atmosphere of Excitement Despite No Spectators

Empty stands will not diminish the feel of Olympic racing. Heats begin Friday at Sea Forest Waterway.

Olympics Set to Begin: Where to Watch

Rowing at the 2020 Olympic Games will soon be underway check out how to watch and when the events kick off.

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Sarasota 2K Featuring Benderson Cups This Weekend

The regatta brings together 19 NCAA Division I women’s programs, six top-tier IRA men’s squads, and Florida’s standout rowing schools for 2,000-meter racing to claim the team point based Benderson Cups.

From The Editor: Don’t Believe What You Hear

You can’t just teach yourself to row on an erg and then go to the Olympics? Michael Herman is well on his way to doing so.

Letter to the Editor: Life Saver

Bob Woods of Oklahoma City shares the remarkable story of rowing saving a life -- someone else's!