High Point Rowing Club is pleased to announce a new indoor rowing clinic starting on Monday. The two day a week clinic will take place on Monday and Wednesday evenings at 6:15pm at the club’s indoor rowing studio at 124C Wade Street in Jamestown.
HPRC founder Gene Kininmonth says the clinic is suitable for adults of all ages and fitness levels.
“This is an opportunity for folks who are looking for a low impact recreational activity that utilizes 85% of the muscles in their body,” says Kininmonth. “Working out in a team environment is a key ingredient for most adults to successfully maintain a healthy fitness regiment.”
The spring indoor rowing clinic will comprise of 14 classes continuing through to Wednesday, April 20. The fee is $160.
New participants should register online and bring their payment and waiver with them to the first class. Email Gene with any questions: contact@highpointrowing.com
The new clinic is open as an indoor rowing opportunity for current Spring Unlimited Masters at no additional charge.
Jamestown, NC – The largest number of rowers ever assembled for an indoor rowing event in North Carolina gathered in the warehouse district in Jamestown on Saturday morning for the 124C Erg Sprints.
High Point’s Aliute Udoka set a new 124C Sprints record time of 7 minutes 16 seconds on Saturday.
All up 131 rowers from 12 clubs across the state entered to race at the High Point Rowing Club hosted event and the depth of talent saw fierce competition among athletes of all ages.
Youth ergometer races opened the event, which saw Rylie Murphy win the girls J12 for High Point ahead of Audrey Corriere, Charlotte Curri, and Sidney Briggs. High Point Rowing Club’s success continued throughout the day, ultimately sweeping all the youth events from Belmont, Raleigh, LKN Indoor, Crossfit Vitality, Jordan Lake Crew, and some unaffiliated rowers.
Highlights of the youth races included a new 124C Erg Sprints record earned by High Point’s Aliute Udoka with the time of 7 minutes16 seconds. Aliute finished ahead of M Bhalla (7:35) and High Point’s Victoria Goldin, who also earned a personal best time of 7:46.6. Aliute is headed to Clemson University and Victoria is headed to the University of Louisville in the Fall.
Coach Allie Davis with her winning rowers Emma Lloyd (lightweight), Jaclyn Hronich (J18), and Maddie Mullins (J16).Charles York earned victory in the boys J16 event at 124C Erg Sprints.
On the boys side of racing, Keagan OConnell earned victory in the J12 750 meter race and then High Point rowers continued to win events with James Li (J13), George Corriere (J14), Govind Harish (J15), Charles York (J16), Mac Warwick (J17), Austin Young (Lightweight) and Adam Alt (J18).
Additional wins for the club came on the girls side from Molly Hilemn (J13), Ainsley Fox (J14), Junior Ognovich (J15), Maddie Mullins (J16), Emma Llyod (Lightweight), and Jaclyn Hronich (J18).
Racing then continued on to collegiate competition, which was a fierce series of duels between High Point University and Wake Forest University.
Emma Hudson earned the first collegiate contest in the women’s novice event with the winning time of 7 minutes 25.1 seconds. Hudson finished ahead of 12 other rowers from the two colleges.
HPU’s Molly Torres then picked up the win in the women’s collegiate lightweight race and HPU rowers won the men’s collegiate novice race (John Funchion), men’s collegiate varsity (Caleb Spegman), and men’s collegiate lightweight (Michael Marsh).
High Point University rowers won 5 of 6 events at the 2016 124C Erg Sprints.
Wake Forest University narrowly avoided being swept on the day when Kendra Callwood stepped up to win the women’s collegiate varsity event.
Next up at 124C Erg Sprints was the Open and Masters (adult 21+) events. Shelli York quickly raised the roof for High Point Rowing Club, winning the 1,000 meter women’s (40-49) category with a personal best time of 3:56.8. High Point’s fortunes continued with Nancy Yohn winning the women’s (55-59) race, and Burton Whicker winning the men’s (60-69) category.
Adam Alt will be racing for his second medal at tomorrow’s 124C Erg Sprints. Adam won the boys J17 event in 2015.
Jamestown, NC – 130 rowers from across North Carolina and as far away as Philadelphia will be in Jamestown on Saturday as High Point Rowing Club hosts the 124C Erg Sprints.
Competition will take place on Concept2 Model D rowing machines in categories for Youth, Collegiate, Cross-Fit, and adult Masters over varying distances.
“This is now North Carolina’s premier indoor rowing competition and we are certainly proud to be hosting this event,” says Mary Hollingsworth, who serves as the regatta chair. Mrs. Hollingsworth says entries are up 25% over last year, indicating the growing popularity of the sport in the region.
A big highlight of racing action will be fierce duel between High Point University and Wake Forest University. Both universities have entered deep fields in the collegiate events.
Winner of the girls J15 event last year, Maddie Mullins will be seeking a win in the J16s on Saturday.
While rowing is traditionally a team sport, erging competitions place the individual athlete in the spotlight.
First up in the morning, middle school rowers will race over a 1,000 meter distance. Later in the morning, high school and collegiate competitors will race over 2,000 meters and then Cross-Fit and Masters will race over 1,000 meters. After lunch, all competitors will have the chance to race a 500 meter sprint.
Registration for this event is still available on RegattaCentral. Entry fee is $15 per athlete and free for spectators.
Jamestown, NC – High Point Rowing Club held its inaugural annual Ergathon today. The goal of the 2016 event was to raise $25,000 for new equipment and permanent boat racks at Oak Hollow Lake – and have a lot of fun doing so!
McDonalds – High Point is one of HPRCs 2016 corporate sponsors!Youth captains Victoria Goldin and Olivia Corierre rowed the first leg of the 100k Ergathon.
The rowers, comprised of middle school, high school, and Masters members of the Club were divided into two teams, ‘Navy’ and ‘White,’ on arrival at the Jamestown Erg Room. The two teams then raced each other over 100 kilometers in an erg relay in just under 4 hours. Each rower rowed 500 meters at a time in a duel until the 100 km (60+ miles) was completed.
Club members, local corporations, friends, and families responded to the ambitious fundraising goal with almost $15,000 raised before the first strokes were taken. Youth captains Victoria Goldin and Olivia Corierre then ‘threw out the first pitch’ to start the relays.
“This was a truly wonderful club event that brought together rowers from across all our Club programs,” said Masters rower and 2014 MVP Erin Sanders. “And it was close the entire way between the two teams, which just made it so exciting. Everyone stepped up and gave it their best.”
Ultimately, the Navy team just pipped the White team by meters at the finish line with high school senior Aliute Udoka bringing her team home in the final leg.
High Point ‘Navy’ pictured here squeaked out victory by the narrowest of margins in the 100km Ergathon.High Point Rowing Club is pleased to have the support of High Point Bank.
Ergathon director Amy Epling (Morgan’s Mum!) said the club is still receiving donations for the event and does not expect to ‘close the books’ for several weeks. “We are so grateful for all the support we have received,” said Amy. “Donations can still be made on the High Point Rowing Club website and all gifts over $125 will be recognized on our Club banner.”
Club founder, Gene Kininmonth thanked Amy Epling for her leadership to bring the first Ergathon to the club and her committee of Jackie King, Mary Hollingsworth, Mandy Greene, Connie Curri, and Erin Sanders for making it all happen. “You never really know when those truly special club moments will occur. Today is one we will cherish and remember,” said Gene.
The Club received $15,000 in donations before the first strokes were taken at the 2016 Ergathon. The goal is to raise $25,000.Despite leading for most of the 60+ mile journey of the 2016 Ergathon, The ‘White’ team (pictured here) finished a close second behind High Point’s ‘Navy’ team.
Jamestown, NC – High Point Rowing Club will host the 124C Erg Sprints on February 27, 2016 at the Jamestown Indoor Rowing Studio, at 124-C Wade Street in Jamestown, the team’s board of directors is pleased to announce.
Photos of the 2015 indoor regatta and after party.
Competition will take place on Concept2 Model D rowing machines in categories for Youth, Collegiate, Cross-Fit, and adult Masters over varying distances. Entry fee is $15 per athlete.
Kelly Hardesty won the collegiate women’s event for HPU at the 124C Erg Sprints in 2015.
First up, middle school rowers will race over a 1,000 meter distance. Later in the morning, high school and collegiate competitors will race over 2,000 meters and then Cross-Fit and Masters will race over 1,000 meters. After lunch, all competitors will have the chance to race a 500 meter sprint.
While rowing is traditionally a team sport, erging competitions place the individual athlete in the spotlight.
Registration for this event is available on RegattaCentral.
We can’t wait to see you in two weeks in Jamestown!
JAMESTOWN, NC – Indoor rowing is taking off across the country. Whether your goals are to get in shape or stay in shape, indoor rowing will help you get there. It is a low-impact way to give yourself a full-body workout.
Greensboro’s double Olympic gold medalist Caroline Lind with High Point’s Allie Davis (Right).
And now the sport is available with instruction for adults in the Triad year round by High Point Rowing Club. The sessions are led by the club’s Masters Coach, Allie Davis.
Rowing Club founder Gene Kininmonth says the indoor rowing machine, or ‘erg’ as it is more fondly known as by those in the sport, is still probably the most unloved exercise machine in the typical gym. “And yet when you are rowing in a group environment it is likely the most fun way to work out.”
Science has shown that social connection adds to endorphin release.
“You get in the erg room and from there Allie Davis takes you through your concierge workout. Some sessions feel better than therapy.”
Kininmonth says everyone does the same workout but at their own intensity level. “When you hear the rowers around you cheering each other and their own progress you feel the energy levels go up in the room and this incredible endorphin rush.”
Recent studies show that erging improves mental as well as physical health, and helps to combat negative emotions.
“But so many people feel they are just not even in good enough shape to even push themselves enough to receive these benefits,” explains Kininmonth. “They have to stop and then the opposite happens. They feel like they are failing and negativity creeps in, which is the opposite of what you want. When you are rowing you are sitting down. Your body weight is supported and you can go for longer periods of time without a break and that gets you to the point of endorphin release.”
Even people who are in shape can struggle at maintaining regular exercise. A survey of 4,904 runners by retailer SportsShoes.com found that runners in the gym were more likely to not exercise, citing reasons including being “too tired” and lacking motivation.
Indoor rowing takes no special innate talent to do well. It is as simple as riding a stationary bike but significantly more comfortable. No experience is necessary and beginners will be guided through the correct rowing technique in the first lesson.
Adults can take an introductory class for $10 during any of the regularly schedule adult ‘Masters’ sessions at High Point Rowing Club’s Indoor Rowing Studio at 124C Wade Street in the Warehouse District in Jamestown.
Best in class: The High Point Youth squad adorned in medals won at the High Point Autumn Rowing Festival and wearing their new look Cricket Jumpers.
Greetings Students (Grade 6-12) and Parents!
Our Club will open its doors at 4:30pm for an Open House this coming Monday, January 11 to answer questions from prospective students and their parents about rowing. Students attending any Triad area school are welcome to attend to ‘meet the team’ and learn more about the sport. There is no cost to attend.
WHERE: 124C Wade Street, Jamestown.
At this Open House you will learn about what is involved in joining the team, the commitment to practices and travel, and the relative costs involved. See the Youth page for more details. Email contact@highpointrowing.com with any questions.
High Point Stewards 5,000 & greater
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Jackie and Grady Prevette
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Erin Sanders
High Point Masters with Resolute boat maker Misha Joukowsky at the Celebration of Rowing banquet.
Victory Boat Club 2,500 to 4,999
Charles Calkins
Michael Cassell
Jackie and Herschel King
Power 10 Club 1,000 to 2,499
Charles and Susie Alt
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James and Marianne Bennett
Mary and Jim Hollingsworth
Pete and Dana Koval
Thaddeus Ostrowski
Barbara and Russell Pollard
Silvanus and Lisa Udoka
Best in class: The High Point Youth squad adorned in medals won at the High Point Autumn Rowing Festival and wearing their new look Cricket Jumpers.
The Last 500 Club 500 to 999
Debra Catto
Cherie Maness
Burt Whicker
Nancy & Jeffrey Yohn
Greg & Caren York
Oak Hollow Club 250 to 499
Thomas & Elizabeth Caruthers
Marlienne Goldin
Sarah Joy
Slade & Charleen Morehouse-Moore
Don & Cynthia Murinson
The middle school crew at the 2015 High Point Regatta.
High Point Armada 50 to 249
Jonathon and Alisa Brake
Brigitte Callahan
Robert & Anne Barton Carter
Wes Cashwell
Fenna Corry
Leigh Crotts
Mark & Connie Curri
Kiki & Hayden Davis
Trish & Andrew Dell
Alison Falls
Paul & Jenny Fitzpatrick
Mandy Greene
VC Harish
Kim Harrison
Susan Hedgecock
Jaclyn Hronich
Glen & Adrian Hronich
Kaycee Ingram
SJ & Katie Jones
Carol Kelly
Marci & Timothy Knoor
Cat Langfitt
Emma Lloyd
Bobbi & Chad Long
Teresa Mackey
Angela & Douglas Mangus
Grace Matula
Steve McCusker
Jeanne McPherson
Trevor Mills
Kim Motter
Maddie Mullins
Brett and Sonya Millsap
Kathy Moffitt
June Safrit
Mary Stewart
Salem Vest
Angela & Matthew Williams
Lisa Withers
Christine and Mark Wright
Shelli York
High Point – Oak Hollow Lake will be the venue for High Point Rowing Club’s 3rd Annual High Point Regatta on Saturday, April 16th, the program’s Board of Directors has announced.
The 2016 High Point Regatta marks the opening day of the boat racing season in North Carolina. Competition will take place between youth, collegiate, and Masters (adult) rowing crews.
The Youth races will feature boat races between High Point, Charlotte and Triangle Rowing Club, the premier rowing program of Raleigh. Organizers are currently extending invitations to out of state youth programs to participate.
Adult races will be between High Point and Cape Fear River Rowing Club, Asheville Rowing Club and possibly Virginia Boat Club of Richmond.
“The City of High Point is very supportive of emerging sports and recreational activities,” says rowing club founder Gene Kininmonth. “Oak Hollow Lake is a tremendous venue for crew and especially for hosting aquatic events and I expect the 2016 High Point Regatta to draw hundreds of competitors and spectators from across the region.”
Racing will commence at 9:00am with a coaches and coxswains meeting at 8am.
Crews will launch from Oak Hollow North Ramp and this location will also provide for the best spectator viewing. Free parking is available. Directions.
Gorgeous silver punch cups are presented to the rowers of each winning crew.
Jamestown, NC – High Point rowing Club will host a number of Open House sessions for adults in its Jamestown Indoor Rowing Studio in December.
Known as “124C” for its address at 124C Wade Street in the Warehouse District of Jamestown, the studio has gained great popularity in the Triad for the high energy, low impact, full-body workout for everyone. Working every muscle in every stroke, our famously effective group classes combine cardio and strength training with authentic crew rowing techniques (and a great soundtrack) in one smart, highly efficient workout.
Increase your endurance, train all your major muscles, and row your way to your leanest, strongest arms, legs, core, and back. No prior experience needed. Suitable for all fitness levels.
December Open House Dates/Times: ($10 per class)
Tuesday 12/15 & Thursday 12/17: 8:45am – 10:15am and also 6pm – 7:30pm.
Saturday 12/19 from 7:30am to 9am.
Sunday 12/20 from 6pm to 7:30pm.
Monday 12/21 from 6pm to 7:30pm.
Tuesday 12/22 from 8:45am-10:15am and also 6pm – 7:30pm.
Wednesday 12/23 from 6pm to 7:30pm.
Attire: anything you would normally wear to the gym. Bring a water bottle too!
Address: 124-C Wade Street, Jamestown, North Carolina.
More Info: Call Gene at 257-9009 or email contact@highpointrowing.com
November 23, 2015 – Greensboro, NC: Resolute racing boat maker Misha Joukowsky was welcomed as the guest speaker at the 2015 Celebration of Rowing banquet held at Starmount Country Club in Greensboro last night. The annual event hosted by High Point Rowing Club is a highlight on the rowing social calendar.
“This is a celebration of our Triad community of rowers and our shared love for the sport,” says Club founder, Gene Kininmonth. “To have Misha Joukowsky join us is an honor we do not take lightly.”
Emcee of the evening Allie Davis with guest speaker Misha Joukowsky at the 2015 Celebration of Rowing banquet.
Over 150 rowers, family members, and friends crammed into the Starmount Country Club ballroom for what has quickly become the most prestigious social event on the rowing calendar. Coach Rich Richards opened the evening by playing a rousing rendition of the National Anthem on the Club’s grand piano.
Coach Allie Davis, serving once again as Master of Ceremonies, then introduced youth rower Will Scarpa to give the invocation.
Coach Allie then returned to the podium to begin the formal ceremonies, which included inviting the team’s parent liaison, Mary Hollingsworth to the podium to recognize three of the Club’s high school seniors who signed National Letters of Intent with majoy Division I University women’s rowing programs.
Aliute Udoka signed with Clemson University, Olivia Corriere signed with the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill) and Victoria Goldin signed with the University of Louisville.
Recruited rowers Aliute Udoka, Victoria Goldin, and Olivia Corriere sign ceremonial National Letters of Intent to top collegiate women’s rowing programs.
Mrs Hollingsworth then presented the Volunteer of the Year award to Susie Alt for her service to the crew. Susie manned the BBQ at the youth team’s food tent at each regatta during the year preparing sumptuous feasts of grilled chicken and other restoratives for the rowers.
Coach Allie then presented the ‘Masters’ awards.
Erin Sanders, last year’s MVP winner was then invited to the podium to introduce the 2015 recipient – Mandy Greene. Congratulations Mandy – Rower of the Year!
Misha Joukowsky was then introduced to guests by Coach Gene: “When I think of Misha Joukowsky,” said Gene. “I think of the best of Rowing and its traditions. When I am in his company, I know I am beside one of the great thinking philosophers of our sports community. Misha knows more than how to build boats. He understands how the rowing experience can contribute to a full life.”
And our keynote speaker did not disappoint. Sporting his Brown University rowing blazer and bow tie, Misha regaled the audience with stories of Henley Royal Regatta, the Israeli national team, and co-founding a cutting edge boat building company. He then mesmerized rowers and parents alike with his message of the bonds of friendship that make the sport such a personal experience and “how important it is to always remember that what ever you do, others are watching. Wake up each day and seek to achieve excellence.”
The evening then concluded with dancing.
Crew board directors Gene Kininmonth, Mary Hollingsworth, and Kye Strance with guest speaker Misha Joukowsky at the 2015 Celebration of Rowing banquet.
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High Point Masters with Resolute boat maker Misha Joukowsky at the Celebration of Rowing banquet.
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High Point Rowing Club women’s youth eight crew at the 2015 Celebration of Rowing banquet.
Broad River, Augusta, Georgia – High Point Rowing Club concluded its Fall season of boat racing at the Head of the South regatta in Augusta, GA on Saturday, winning a bag of medals in a river race that featured over 500 boats.
Highlights of the regatta for High Point Rowing Club included silver medals for the youth squad in the women’s junior four and eights events, and a bronze medal for the Masters in the mixed fours event.
In other racing, the Club finished 5th out of 13 teams in the Women’s Junior Novice Eight and 5th out of 28 crews in the Men’s Junior Four.
Over 500 crews raced down the Broad River in Auguasta, GA at the Head of the South Regatta.Scott and Katie Jones dominate the river in the Masters mixed double sculls at the 2015 Head of the South.High Point won silver out of 14 crews at the Head of the South in Augusta, GA on November 14. The crew is from left to right Morgan Epling, Victoria Goldin, Maddie Mullins, Junior Ognovich, Aliute Udoka, Emma Lloyd, Shelby Reece, Olivia Corriere, Jaclyn Hronich and coach Allie Davis.
High Point’s crew of cox Margaux Blanchard, Adam Alt, Kyle Koval, Charles York and Austin Young won the Youth Four event in convincing fashion at the 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival.
Oak Hollow Lake, – Hundreds of rowers from boat clubs and universities across North Carolina converged on Oak Hollow Lake at Festival Park to row ‘Round the Duck’ at the 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival on Saturday.
125 crews representing 14 clubs and colleges raced in a time trial format at the head race hosted by High Point Rowing Club. Rowers competed in various boat classed based on collegiate, youth and adult categories.
UNC Chapel won of the collegiate men’s eight race while High Point University were uncontested in the women’s collegiate events and won the men’s and women’s collegiate novice eight race.
In the youth eight events, High Point won in convincing fashion over Charlotte after finishing third in 2014 when the crew received a 1 minute course penalty. Later in the day, High Point made it a daily double by winning the varsity girls eight event over Triangle and Charlotte.
Men’s Youth Eights
High Point 13 minutes 51 second
Charlotte 15 minutes 41 sec
Women’s Youth Eights
High Point 15 minutes 1 second
Triangle A 15:50
Charlotte 16:40
Triangle B 17:19
High Point Rowing Club’s youth squad also won the boys and girls youth fours, and J16 eights events, while Triangle won the novice events (for first year rowers) and Charlotte dominated the sculling events.
Men’s Youth Fours
High Point 14 minutes 44 seconds
Triangle 15:04
Charlotte 17:28
High Point 18:15
Women’s Youth Fours
High Point 15 minutes 56 seconds
Triangle 16:14
Charlotte A 17:12
Charlotte B 17:22
Belmont 21:04
Men’s J16 Eights
High Point 15 minutes 36 seconds
Triangle 20:13
Women’s J16 Eights
High Point A 16 minutes 44 seconds
High Point B 19:24
Triangle 19:37
High Point also won the Masters Men’s eights and the Mixed eights events.
High Point Rowing Club will host two weekend Learn to Row Clinics for students attending grade 7-12 at any Triad area school in the coming weeks. The clinics will be held at Oak Hollow Lake on Saturdays at 9am and Sundays at 2:00pm.
No prior experience in rowing is needed. Please click here for directions. The fee for each two day clinic is $25.
“The purpose of these rowing clinics is to give students the opportunity to try out rowing for the first time. This will give a student enough experience to help them decide if this is a sport for them in the future,” says chief coach Gene Kininmonth.
Participants should wear flip flops (not running shoes) and general running attire suitable for the weather. Do not wear baggy shorts as these will get caught in the moving seats in the boat.
Clinics will take place on the following weekends (click on the date to register for that clinic): October 24-25 November 21-22
Participants must be confident swimmers as a safety precaution and should have their parents sign the waiver and swim form on the Register page on this website and bring it with them to the first session with their payment.
Rowing is now the fastest growing sport in the Triad with many students switching from other sports such as swimming, cross country, and soccer. High Point Rowing Club is the only youth program in the Triad and has received numerous accolades recently in the local media such as the Greensboro News & Record and High Point Enterprise.
Click here for some of the many reasons why high school students should try out the sport. The average college rowing scholarship of High Point Rowing Club’s high school seniors in 2014 was $29,000.
Email Coach Gene Kininmonth at contact@highpointrowing.com for more information.
High Point Rowing Club has over 150 members and is a wonderful way for students to have fun and make friends in a competitive sporting environment.
The 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival has been rescheduled to October 10 due to the weather threat associated with Hurricane Joaquin. Crews will launch from Festival Park at Oak Hollow Lake.
Oak Hollow Lake, High Point, NC – The High Point Autumn Rowing Festival has been postponed to October 10 due to weather threats associated with Hurricane Joaquin, regatta officials have announced.
Previously billed as the largest rowing event ever to take place in North Carolina, the regatta had expected some 160 boats from across North Carolina and surrounding states to Oak Hollow Lake on Saturday. Regatta co-chairs Mary Hollingsworth and Gene Kininmonth made the decision to postpone the event by one week following the governor’s declaration of the State of Emergency in North Carolina, and the scratching of several large teams.
“We initially had concerns about our ability to host a safe and fair race,” said Kininmonth. “Those concerns quickly expanded to the safety of rowing teams travelling to and from High Point with serious flooding expected in the region this weekend.”
With the regatta postponed to October 10, Kininmonth said he expects to see most teams still participating. “We have unfortunately lost the Atlanta Juniors Crew, which has another race commitment in Tennessee next week but we have heard from most of the other programs and expect to have over 100 boat entries next weekend.”
One change associated with the postponement is that crews will now launch from Festival Park on Oak Hollow Lake. Visiting teams and spectators should use 1841 Eastchester Dr, High Point, NC 27265.
The festival has attracted a number of marquis college names this weekend including local favorite High Point University, as well as UNC, NC State and Davidson College.
Also competing are Masters (adult) and youth programs from Atlanta, Raleigh, Charlotte and Asheville.
Racing on October 10 begins at 10am and runs through 3:30pm. Following the races the famous High Point Duck will return to shore for children’s photographs. The regatta is open to the general public and admission is free. Limited free parking is also available. Oak Hollow Lake will be closed to fishing boats during the boat races.
After a stunning victory in Clemson, SC last week, High Point’s varsity girls crew was looking forward to testing its speed against regional powerhouse Atlanta at the 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival. The crew will race Charlotte and Triangle on October 10.
MEDIA: PRESS INFORMATION Media Center
Media headquarters for the 2015 Rowing Festival will be the Media Center at
Oak Hollow Lake. The Media Center is equipped with Wi-Fi access. The Media Center will also accommodate interviews at the conclusion of each event. Race winners will be brought to the interview area for media access. Limited parking is available for daily print, online and television media (advance notice requested). All television stations that will be bringing in satellite trucks should call Gene Kininmonth (office: 336-257-9009) to arrange for vehicle access.
Photographers
Photographers wishing to obtain action shots on the racecourse may be accommodated in a media boat on a first-come, first-served basis. The media boat will be restricted to designated sections of the course and cannot “race” to keep pace with competing boats. Please arrive at the Media Center 60 minutes before you need to be on the water.
The famous High Point Duck will return to Oak Hollow Lake on October 10 for the 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival.
To assist with your planning for 2016 we are providing you with the team’s winter & spring schedule today. Please email me or see me at the lake with any questions.
Celebration of Rowing Banquet
Starmount Country Club
Monday, November 23, 2015.
Winter Erg Season Begins – Monday, November 30, 2015
124C Erg Sprints – Saturday, February 27, 2016 (Jamestown, NC)
Spring Season Begins – Monday, February 29, 2016.
Clemson Sprints Regatta– Team Bus trip
Clemson, SC
April 2, 2016
High Point Regatta
Oak Hollow Lake
April 16, 2016
Dogwood Regatta – Team Bus trip
Oak Ridge, TN
April 30, 2016
USRowing SE Regionals – Select crews only
Sarasota, FL
May 14-15
USRowing Youth National Championships – Qualified crews only
Princeton, NJ
June 10-12
Cheers!
Gene
From left, rowers Adam Alt, Andrew Wright and Charles York pose with two time Olympic gold medal winner Caroline Lind at the 2014 Celebration of Rowing banquet.
Oak Hollow Lake, High Point, NC – The largest rowing event ever to take place in North Carolina will be held in High Point this weekend. On Saturday, High Point Rowing Club will welcome 160 boats from across North Carolina and surrounding states to Oak Hollow Lake as host of the 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival.
“We have a wonderful turnout expected for this rowing event in High Point,” says regatta chair Mary Hollingsworth. “Registered boat entries are up over 70% from last year, which is an indication of how participation in rowing has exploded in North Carolina. High Point is now at the epicenter of this remarkable sport.”
The festival has attracted a number of marquis college names this weekend including local favorite High Point University, as well as UNC, NC State and Davidson College.
Also competing are Masters (adult) and youth programs from Atlanta, Raleigh, Charlotte and Asheville.
The High Point boys’ varsity crew will be looking to win its first title on Saturday at the 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival. The crew finished 3rd in 2014 after receiving a 1 minute penalty for missing a buoy race course marker.
Round the Duck
Boat racing at the rowing festival is a 5,000 meter time-trial. Crews will line up their sleek rowing shells at the Skeet Club Bridge end of Oak Hollow Lake and then race out to the Dam by Eastchester Blvd where they will row a 180 degree turn “Round the Duck” back to the main channel before turning toward the finish line at Johnson Street Bridge.
That’s right. There’s a duck. A giant bright yellow inflatable duck. Race officials decline to disclose the actual size of the duck but it clearly dwarfs the rowers on the water.
Over 80 boats will race “Round the Duck” at the 2014 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival on Saturday.
Racing begins at 10am and runs through 3:30pm. Following the races the duck will return to shore for children’s photographs. Use 3700 Waterview Road, High Point for GPS directions. The regatta is open to the general public and admission is free. Limited free parking is also available. Oak Hollow Lake will be closed to fishing boats during the boat races.
After a stunning vitory in Clemson, SC over the weekend, High Point’s varsity girls crew will battle regional powerhouse Atlanta at the 2015 High Point Autumn Rowing Festival on Saturday.
MEDIA: PRESS INFORMATION Media Center
Media headquarters for the 2015 Rowing Festival will be the Media Center at
Oak Hollow Lake. The Media Center is equipped with Wi-Fi access. The Media Center will also accommodate interviews at the conclusion of each event. Race winners will be brought to the interview area for media access. Limited parking is available for daily print, online and television media (advance notice requested). All television stations that will be bringing in satellite trucks should call Gene Kininmonth (office: 336-257-9009) to arrange for vehicle access.
Photographers
Photographers wishing to obtain action shots on the racecourse may be accommodated in a media boat on a first-come, first-served basis. The media boat will be restricted to designated sections of the course and cannot “race” to keep pace with competing boats. Please arrive at the Media Center 60 minutes before you need to be on the water.
