Georgetown University Athletics

The Class of 2020 has given so much to the Women's Rowing Program over the past four years. I could not be more proud to have had the opportunity to coach each of these women. They have brought an incredible level of dedication, strength, tenacity and passion to every morning on the Potomac. An incredibly resilient group, their impact on the program is sure to last for years to come. I look forward to seeing each of them translate their unique strengths into life beyond Georgetown.

Grace has proven to be one of the most dedicated and gritty student athletes to come through Georgetown Women’s Rowing. An instant asset to the program upon arrival, Grace soon battled through months of injury only to make a return to all top boats once she was healthy. It was in her senior year that we saw Grace’s confidence, perseverance, and grit truly shine through. Grace challenged herself with new goals and made significant contributions this past year that will last for years to come. Ultimately, the example set by Grace, on how to manage and overcome adversity only to come back stronger than ever, will leave a lasting impact on the coming years.

Grace served as one of our two senior captains this past year. Her efforts on and off the water have helped shape the legacy of Georgetown Women’s Rowing for the better now and beyond. Grace demonstrated her dedication and passion for the sport through setting new goals and remaining positive in the face of adversity. She has shown an incredible dedication to each team member as she has gone above and beyond to support those around her and challenge herself in new ways. Without a doubt, Grace’s positivity, infectious energy, and leadership will be missed next year.

Ange served as one of our two senior captains this past year. One to always put her teammates first, Ange showed us what it truly means to support teammates and challenge them to be better people on and off the water. Her impeccable organizational skills coupled with a fierce tenacity made her an integral part of the team day in and day out. Fueled by passion for the sport and others, Ange’s contributions to the program will be long lasting. Ange also rowed in the first ever 8+ to medal at Patriot Leagues in the Spring of 2019.

Cait’s energy, grit, and relentless effort to challenge herself and her teammates to new heights will continue to resonate through the program for years to come. Cait has served as a vital member of the team for the past four years. Her honesty and care for others made her a reliable teammate that was ready to challenge teammates to be better while accepting nothing less but the best from herself day in and day out. Cait also rowed as a member of the first ever 8+ to medal at Patriot Leagues in the Spring of 2019. Her fierce energy, passionate efforts, and tenacious practices will certainly be missed next year.

A four year member of the team, Bella came to Georgetown with the energy ready to make a lasting impact. It is her positivity and bright energy in the boathouse that will be most missed in the coming year. During her time at Georgetown, Bella has grown as a teammate and person while encouraging others alongside her to row with as much passion as she does each and every day. Always one to brighten the mood during a challenging practice, Bella shared her excitement for the sport and the team day in and day out. Her infectious energy will be missed in the coming year.

Quiet and humble yet fierce and fast are four words that describe Chloe well. Chloe has been a team member who never complained. Always willing to sit down and do the hard work, Chloe has set a lasting example for team members in the years to come. She welcomed challenges with open arms and when faced with failure, always came back the next day with a new strategy to fight again for better results. Most impactful will be the humility with which Chloe rowed even while having the fastest erg score on the team. A phenomenal athlete and person, Chloe will no doubt go far in life in whatever she pursues.

Always positive and passionate, Mara is a four year member of the squad that has left a lasting impact on Georgetown Women’s Rowing. Her infectious attitude, dedication to hard work, and connection to her teammates will have a lasting impact on the program. Eager to challenge herself on and off the water, Mara has embodied the characteristics necessary for success. She has been optimistic, passionate, and determined in all of her pursuits on and off the water. These qualities will continue to serve Mara well as she goes on to the next steps of life. Her contributions to the team over the past four years will not soon be forgotten.