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We are pleased to announce this year's recipients of HTR's Rower Awards that recognize outstanding accomplishments in athleticism, sportsmanship and leadership. Most Valuable Rower Female - Athena Constantakos Most Valuable Rower Male - Luke Gerber Awarded to a rowers who anticipate and respond to needs without having to be asked. The rower is thoughtful, respectful, has an infectious positive attitude and never blames others for mishaps or setbacks. They excel in finding and giving the most of themselves. Hammer Award Female - Sarah Lex Hammer Award Male - Joey Savell Given to the athlete that spins the biggest erg. The erg is a symbol of hard work, determination and toughness. Most Improved Athlete of the Year - Henry Fowler The recipient has been unrelenting in efforts to improve their skills and their progress is a testament to the value of never giving up. The Anna Arsenault Award - Anthony Gattone Presented to the rower who exemplifies club values, exhibiting at all times the qualities of leadership, sportsmanship and unity. Recipients exceed the coaches’ expectations in teamwork, dedication to improving and unflappable positive attitude. Award Recipients (l-r) Anthony Gattone, Henry Fowler, Joey Savell, Sarah Lex, Luke Gerber and Athena Constantakos.  The Boys Varsity Quad of Haddon Township Rowing had a spectacular end to the season at US Rowing's Youth Nationals held this past weekend in Florida. At this highly competitive, annual championship that attracts hundreds of team from across the country, HTR's quad earned the ranking of 10th fastest boys quad in the nation with their photo finish in the B-Finals. Congratulations to the boat for this impressive accomplishment: Luke Gerber, Joey Savell, Henry Fowler and Brendan Savell (shown below l-r). While Luke and Joey graduate this year, Brendan and Henry return for the fall season.  HT Rowing's Girls Varsity Quad took the lead at the start of today's Youth Nationals C Finals and never gave it up. They led all the way down the 2,000 meter course, crossing the finish line 5 seconds ahead of the 2nd place finisher. Congratulations to the team of (l-r) Brooke Bazulis, Sarah Lex, Athena Constantakos and Maggie Dunn. Click on link below to watch the finish: youtube.com/clip/Ugkx4ITCdMFe0fkFLOli0dI7Hq0-3Us6aPvu
At today's time trials the boys varsity quad placed 8th and will advance to the A/B semi finals scheduled to take place at 9:22am and 9:29am on Friday.. The girl's varsity quad finished 18th, marking the best girls finish ever and secured them a spot in Saturday's C finals. That race to take place 10:32 on Saturday. Watch the action live at US Rowing's YouTube livestream: Youth National's Livestream Friday: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuVg7tceeMg Saturday: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp631UthWEk
 The Hawks are on their way to Florida to compete in the US Rowing Youth National Championship this weekend! Both the mens and womens quads will face off against the fastest crews in the nation in our final race of the season.
If you would still like to contribute to the travel fund, the gofund me link is still live and all donations are greatly appreciated! Racing begins with time trials on Thursday and progresses through the weekend. Please see below for the schedule, progression, and livestream links: USRowing National Championship Thursday Time Trials: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mens Youth Quad: Luke Gerber/Joe Savell/Henry Fowler/Brendan Savell -Time Trial: 9:30 am - Bow #244 Womens Youth Quad: Brooke Bazulis/Maggie Dunn/Athena Constantakos/Sarah Lex -Time Trial: 9:50 am - Bow #295 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Progression: -Top 16 to Semi-Final A/B - FRIDAY -Top 4 in Semi to Final A - SUNDAY -Rest to Final B - SUNDAY -17-24 to Final C - SATURDAY -Remaining to Final D - SATURDAY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Livesteam links: Friday Saturday Sunday ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GO HAWKS!! |
