The Head Of The Charles Regatta announced today a $30,000 grant through the National Rowing Foundation for USRowing designated for the Olympic and Paralympic teams. The Olympic and Paralympic Games will take place in Tokyo, Japan in the summer of 2021.

“The Head Of The Charles Regatta is thrilled to continue supporting the US Team in their pursuit of excellence,” said Head Of The Charles Executive Director Fred Schoch. “We love having the elite athletes racing at the Head Of The Charles Regatta every year. Their presence here on the racecourse is inspiring and really showcases the athleticism and talent of our USA Team. It is our honor and privilege to support these remarkable athletes,” continued Schoch.

Over twenty current USRowing team members will be racing in the HOCR 4702 event scheduled from October 9th through October 18th. Registration for the Water and Erg participatory events remains open through 10/18 at 11:59pm. There’s still time to sign up here and compete against national team athletes!

Uses of the grant will include domestic and international travel for training and pre-Olympic/Paralympic competition, equipment leasing, coaching salaries, and a host of other expenses. As the only participating country without a government-funded National Governing Body, the US relies on the generosity of private contributions to support its Olympic and Paralympic Team.

“The Head Of The Charles Regatta has been a critical supporter of the USA National Team for many years, and their ongoing commitment has enabled USRowing to provide resources that give our Team the best chance for podium finishes in Tokyo and beyond,” said USRowing Interim CEO Susan Smith and National Rowing Foundation Executive Director Tracy Brown OLY.

Melrose, MA, September 11, 2020 – The National Rowing Foundation (NRF), together with USRowing (Princeton, N.J.) today announce that One Equity Partners and The Jordan Company, both headquartered in NYC, have committed at the “Presenting Sponsor” level for the 2020 Tim Hosea Memorial Golf Outing.  This annual event is scheduled for Monday, October 5 at the Bedens Brook Club in Skillman, NJ. 

“With the Covid-related cancellation of several of our most critical fundraising events, this commitment of One Equity Partners and The Jordan Company means even more to the success of this event and the impact it will have on the funds we are able to raise to support our US National Team,” said Tracy Brown, NRF Executive Director. “We’ve also seen sponsorship commitments at all levels increase and are grateful for the loyal support of our rowing community partners,” continued Brown.

Originally launched and developed by the national team doctor for whom the event is named, the Tim Hosea Memorial Golf Outing and auction benefits the US National Team.  Dr. Hosea served as the USRowing team physician at 12 world rowing championships and multiple Olympic Games and was a beloved and trusted friend and colleague in the rowing world.  After Dr. Hosea’s passing in August 2015, friends and family came together to establish the Tim Hosea Memorial Golf Outing as a time to remember Dr. Hosea’s impact in the sport of rowing and to celebrate his legacy.

The venue hosts, Bedens Brook Club, are taking every precaution to keep all of the attendees safe. Special COVID protocols are in place. In an effort to keep the USA athletes safe, the USA team will not be joining the event in person this year, but organizers will include them virtually in the event.

To purchase tickets, view event details, and auction items please visit the Tim Hosea Memorial Golf Outing website HERE.

Schedule for Monday, October 5
8:30-10:00 a.m. – Registration and Continental Breakfast “Grab & Go”
10:00 a.m. – Shotgun Start

2:30 p.m. – Outdoor Lunch Reception and Auction

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2008 For Rowing’s Stars, a Hall of Their Own

2009 The National Rowing Hall of Fame

2010 The 18 Rowing Hall Of Fame Inductees

2012 National Rowing Hall of Fame Events

2014 NRF’s Rowing Hall of Fame is Closing Today!

Programs:

2010 Hall of Fame Program

2010 Hall of Fame Media Alert

2012 Event Hall of Fame Events

2014 Hall of Fame Program

2014 Hall of Fame Press Release

2014 Hall of Fame Event Information Sheet

2016 Hall of Fame Press Release

2016 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Event Information

The National Rowing Foundation (NRF), today announced the Executive Committee approval of three new NRF Board Members. These members will be formally inducted by the full Board at the next special meeting or NRF Annual Meeting.  Full bios of the three nominees are attached.  They are (in alphabetical order): Aquil Abdullah, Patrick Manning, and Campbell Rogers.

“These three Board Members bring a wealth of perspective – athletically, professionally, and personally – to the NRF Board.  Their experiences and viewpoints will help guide the NRF as we prepare to support Team USA for the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo (2021), Paris (2024), Los Angeles (2028), and beyond,” said NRF Co-chairs Marcia Hooper and Jamie Koven.”

About the National Rowing Foundation

The National Rowing Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to raising funds to support the U.S. National Rowing Teams. Founded in 1966, the NRF has been supporting Olympic and world championship athletes for more than five decades. The funds raised support year-round training, development, and competition. www.natrowing.org

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For additional Information: National Rowing Foundation Executive Director Tracy Brown (617) 803-8660. E-mail: tracy@natrowing.org

The National Rowing Foundation and our Board of Directors believe in the power of sport to bond us to each other in common humanity; however, we recognize that there are injustices that need to be addressed before this can happen. As an organization, we strongly condemn racism and inequality which has, for far too long, limited opportunities in Black communities and communities of color. We pledge to educate ourselves to be better – as colleagues, teammates, friends, and advocates. We also pledge to improve diversity in our sport and to look for avenues to bring the life-changing impact of rowing to athletes of all races, ethnicities, and cultures.