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Bellomy smiles for a picture on her signing day.

Bellomy rows her way to Sacred Heart University

Saachi Rao, Staff Writer Nov 21, 2024

Early on a Saturday morning, the boats are lined up, and the rowers take their places, following the instructions of their leader. The race starts and senior Elizabeth Bellomy rows as fast as she can. Her heart is racing as they get closer to the finish line. As she looks around, she notices that her...

Aeder poses for a photo as she carries her boat back after finishing practice.

Carrying the boats: Aeder commits to University of Rhode Island

Saanvi Arora, Executive News Editor Sep 29, 2024

With frozen shaky hands, Charlotte Aeder walks to the front of the boat and lifts her side up. The coxswain begins to shout out directions, and with no one to look to for help, and no previous knowledge of any of the calls, she tries her best to keep up. As the rain splatters against her face, and the...

WA Rowing has a very different way of competing during the winter.

WA Crew’s interesting way of competing during the winter

Jack Zwirn, Reviews/Opinions Editor Feb 15, 2023

When one thinks of crew they would usually think about racing a boat against others using human power, outside, on the water. But during the winter, the water freezes over, and the team is forced to do their few meets differently. It is less of a commitment during the winter season, as there are...

Regatta showcases boatload of talent

Sep 17, 2012

By Ellie Smith Staff Writer On September 16 at 9 a.m., Forge Pond was filled with members of the Westford Academy crew team, people interested in trying crew, and multiple activities that an entire family could enjoy during the 3rd annual Forge Pond Fun Regatta. The event consisted of 500 meter...