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Prospective Students
Why Notre Dame?
Notre Dame offers the premier undergraduate experience in the United States. From world-class academics, to nationally ranked sports teams, to the most beautiful campus in the country, the University provides a place for students to develop and grow in all areas of their lives. The Notre Dame community is unmatched in its dedication and support to its members. Alumni go on to top graduate and professional schools, work at prestigious and cutting-edge companies, and continue to embody the Notre Dame spirit to the larger world. Notre Dame will allow you to take any path you may wish after graduation. While at Notre Dame, you will be a part of a vibrant, passionate student body. The University offers a tight-knit dorm experience, opportunities to explore any interest, and a place you can call home for four years.
What is the Notre Dame Men’s Rowing experience like?
Our team is made up of highly competitive and driven individuals. While rowing has been around at Notre Dame since the late 19th century, the team officially formed in 1965. Since then, we have strived to represent Notre Dame to the best of our abilities.
The team rows out of the McConnell Family Boathouse, which opened in the spring of 2016 and is located 1.5 miles south of campus on the St. Joseph River. The river provides 5,500 meters of sheltered, uninterrupted water, giving the team more than enough space to train. The boathouse stores our fleet of Empacher and Hudson eights and fours, which are supplemented with small boats. In addition, the upstairs of the boathouse has an open area filled with ergs and a fully equipped locker room for our athletes.
The team competes around the country every year, with races in Boston, San Diego, and Oak Ridge all making regular appearances. In addition, the team is currently exploring options to establish trips to the Henley Royal Regatta. We seek out the best competition we can find and train to set ourselves up for success.
Your experience on the team will allow you to continue to develop your technical, physiological, and mental capabilities. Many members of the team have gone on to compete for seats and race internationally. With a focus and emphasis on athlete development, there is no limit to your rowing career both during and after your time at Notre Dame.
Where can I find out more?
Contact our Head Coach Jack Newell at undmensrowing@gmail.com and fill out our recruiting questionnaire below.