City Island Rowing

Hello, my name is Gretchen Schnier and I am a Novice at City Island Rowing! I have never been on an organized sports team before and I'm so grateful I get to be a part of this one. I have been rowing since July 2022 and have loved it ever since. I first want to say THANK YOU for your support, it means the world to me - and my teammates! Rowing has been extremely hard mentally and physically, but it's been an amazing experience! The lessons on hard work, teamwork, discipline, and sacrifice have shown me that these are the surest paths to success. My team, City Island Rowing, is very much like an extension of my family. It has been amazing getting to know my fellow novice teammates! Being able to shout and laugh after finishing my first race with them was one of the greatest feelings I have experienced, and I can't wait to experience it again in the spring season! The JV and Varsity have been like older sisters - always there to help me when I'm struggling. To help you understand why we love this sport and our team so much, please enjoy this video by 20/21 Team captain, Sydney Tuck.

On Sunday March 5th we will hold our annual capital equipment fundraiser, to pay for all the equipment that we use... which in our sport is typically made of hand-laid carbon fiber and is very expensive. This year is an especially important fundraiser as proceeds will fund the purchase of the most stunning racing shell specifically designed for high school girls, available in the world ~ Hudson USP 8.12

The innovative and groundbreaking Hudson USP series racing shells are made in Canada and are quickly replacing Empachers at the fastest women's collegiate programs across the country. The "USP" (Ultra Super Predator) marque is Hudson's Flagship model, in their premium "Shark" line-up. A more detailed description of the shell we have ordered can be found on our website.

There is no question that this stunning shell, made possible by your generous support, will help us achieve our goals this coming Spring Championship season, and for a decade to come!

Each athlete who raises at least $1000 earns the right to have their name featured prominently in our gorgeous new racing shell... the top 8 fundraisers will have their names right on the seats! With your help, I can be one of those girls!!

My teammates and I will be investing our sweat equity! On Sunday we will complete a grueling 90-minute endurance piece on the indoor rowing machine ("the erg"). It will be mentally and physically exhausting, but it's for such a great cause, and I will have all of my supporters in mind to keep me motivated.

Thank you again for your support...It means the world to me!

Please note that City Island Rowing is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and 100% of your donation is fully tax-deductible.