As the spring racing season kicks off with the Burton Beach Invitational, ORU's junior rowing teams have demonstrated their talent and determination on the water. From our U15 and novice athletes to our seasoned U19 competitors, each team has showcased their skills and achieved remarkable success at recent regattas.
U15 and Novice Athletes Shine:
Our U15 and novice athletes launched into their first spring season regatta with boundless enthusiasm and determination. It's truly inspiring to witness these young competitors embrace the challenges of the short course season with such eagerness. With two first-place medals proudly earned, we eagerly anticipate their continued success as the season progresses.
🥇MU15 4x+: P. Roemer, R. Daniels, L. Pechette, L. Schoenen, c: N. Fertig
🥇MU15 2x: R. Daniels, L. Pechette
U16 and U17 Athletes Excel:
At the Burton Beach Invitational, our U16 and U17 athletes showcased their prowess on the water with remarkable performances. Securing first place in five races and adding another third-place finish, our men's and women's U16 and U17 rowers truly excelled on the water, setting a high standard for the season ahead.
🥇MU17 4x: A. Hsu-Chen, M. Klain, O. Bell, R. Maher
🥇MU17 2x: A. Hsu-Chen, R. Maher
🥇MU17 1x: Ronan Maher
🥇MU16 4x+: A. Hsu-Chen, O. Bell, T. Papavasiliou, K. Hu, c: K. Brunkow
🥇WU16 2x: L. Carambot, L. Gutierrez
🥉WU17 4x: L. Carambot, A. Smith, L. Gutierrez, A. Schoenen
U19 Dominance at Burton Beach Invitational:
Our U19 athletes showcased their skills and determination at the Burton Beach Invitational, securing an impressive array of victories. With ORU's largest representation by age group, our U19 men's and women's teams dominated the competition with nine first-place finishes, along with two second and third-place victories, respectively.
🥇MU19 4x: A. Krain, O. Geiger, A. Harris, M. Lee
🥇WU19 4x: Z. Young, C. Sopko, F. Little, K. Whildin
🥇MU19 4+: D. Koski, L. Andersen, A. Cox, E. Pero, c: K. Whildin
🥇WU19 4+: L. Metcalf, I. Jurinka, G. McCoy, N. Nechiporuk, c: N. Fertig
🥇MU19 2x: A. Krain, O. Geiger
🥇WU19 2x: Z. Young, K. Whildin
🥇WU19 2-: G. McCoy, N. Nechiporuk
🥇MU19 2-: D. Koski, L. Andersen
🥇WU19 1x: Kalista Whildin
🥈WU19 2x: C. Sopko, F. Little
🥈WU19 2-: L. Metcalf, I. Jurinka
🥉MU19 4+: O. Morgan, G. Freeman, H. Bolch, K. Young, J. Kearns
🥉WU19 4+: S. Kokoori, T. Chin, L. Hansen, J. Kearns, L. Schoenen
From the youngest novices to our seasoned U19 competitors, each athlete has contributed to ORU's success on the water, demonstrating their dedication, skill, and determination. As the spring racing season unfolds, we look forward to witnessing their continued growth and achievements.
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