Crew
Rowing was introduced at Smith in 1916 and has since developed into a rich campus tradition-one that gained new depth in 1972, when Smith crew engaged in its first intercollegiate competition. Now, in addition to its strong varsity program, the college has a novice program that enables students with no previous rowing experience to learn the sport and compete at the intercollegiate level. In developing the commitment, discipline and perseverance that rowing demands, Smith's varsity and novice crew programs emphasize variety in training, a clear understanding of technique and the fun that can be found in the pursuit of both individual and team excellence in this ultimate team sport.
The team competes in both fall and spring. The season begins in October with three-mile "head" races. Smith competes in the prestigious Head of the Charles regatta in Boston, racing both the clock and teams from around the country on the treacherous Charles River race course. After three months on indoor conditioning and a training trip during spring break, the team is eager to get back on the water in late March to compete against such adversaries as Holy Cross, Williams and Trinity. The championship series includes the NEWMAC championship, the New England Rowing Championship and the ECAC National Invitational Collegiate Regatta.
News:
Eliza van Lennep Named All American
Senior Eliza van Lennep (Rindge, NH) has been named a Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA)Pocock All American for the 2009 season. This award recognizes the outstanding performances of rowers and coxswains at NCAA Division III institutions.
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Smith Crew Finishes 6th at NCAA Rowing Championship
The Smith I (6:47.12) finished in seventh place today out of sixteen eight's at the 2009 NCAA Rowing Championships held in Cooper River Park in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. This appearance mark's Smith's fifth trip to the National Championship in the past eight years. Williams College defended its championship title and won the grand final in 6:28.04.
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Smith Crew Selected to NCAA Division III Rowing Championship
The Smith Pioneers have been selected to compete in the 2009 NCAA Division III Rowing Championship to be held May 29-30 at Cooper River Park in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. This appearance at Nationals will be Smith's fifth in the past eight years. The Pioneers finished fourth in 2006, second in both 2004 and 2005 and sixth in 2002.
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ECAC National Invitational Rowing Championships Races Cancelled
Windy conditions forced the cancellation of afternoon races today at the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) National Invitational Rowing Championships held on the Cooper River in Camden, New Jersey.
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Smith Crew Performs Well at New England Championship
The Pioneers had a good day at the New England Championships held today on Lake Quinsigamond in Worcester, Massachusetts with three boats contending in the grand finals and two boats in the petite finals.
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Crew Participates in Spirit Regatta
Smith Crew raced Tufts, Wellesley and Simmons this afternoon in the second annual Spirit Regatta held in Boston, MA. The varsity eight won solidly over Wellesley in the heat and then over Tufts in the finals to capture the prized Spirit Trophy.
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Karen Klinger Named NEWMAC Crew Coach of the Year
Smith College crew coach, Karen Klinger, has been voted the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) rowing coach of the year. The Smith crew captured the NEWMAC Championship this past weekend after a two-year hiatus.
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Smith Crew Recaptures NEWMAC Rowing Championship Title
The Pioneers recaptured the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) Rowing Championship this morning on Lake Quinsigamond in Worcester, Massachusetts winning the varsity eight race in 7:07.60. The team also brought home the Florence Jope Smith Cup, awarded to the team with the highest number of points in the overall competition.
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Crew Races Against Holy Cross, Trinity and Mount Holyoke
The Smith crew raced against the College of Holy Cross, Trinity and Mount Holyoke this morning on Lake Quinsigamond in Worcester, Massachusetts.
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