Indiana Rowing Signs 10 To National Letters Of Intent

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana Rowing head coach Steve Peterson has announced the signing of 10 athletes to national letters of intent. The Hoosiers will add rowers from four different states and three different countries for the Class of 2024.

"I am very excited to have this great group of athletes joining our team for the fall 2020 season," Peterson said. "This is one of the largest, most diverse and most talented recruiting classes we have ever had here at IU, and we are excited where they will take this program in the future. I personally can't wait to start working with each of these athletes to help them develop to their fullest potential. It's an exciting time to be an Indiana Hoosier, and these 10 great athletes are another reason why. Row Hoosiers!"

Sophie Bowden | Christchurch, New Zealand
"I chose IU because as soon as I arrived I felt so welcome and knew this was the place I wanted to be. The team was absolutely amazing and the culture and drive that they had was something I really wanted to be a part of. I loved the rowing venue as well and I am so excited to be part of the Indiana Rowing team! Go Hoosiers!"

Ara Cowper | Winchester, Ind.
"I chose IU because it is a place where I can thrive as both a student and an athlete. The opportunities and challenges I can take advantage of are abundant, and I am beyond stoked to tackle the next chapter of my life as a Hoosier."

Maddy Devery | Wellington, New Zealand
On why she chose Indiana
"I chose Indiana because of the team. The team already has made me feel so welcome and I cannot wait to be a Hoosier!! I'm so excited to be able to row on Lake Lemon as it is such a beautiful place as well as studying at such an amazing campus!"

Millie Guida | Berkshire, United Kingdom
On why she chose Indiana
"I'm so excited to be a Hoosier and I can't wait to get training with everyone in summer 2020.
I chose Indiana because I fell in love with the place and the people. Everyone made me feel so welcome and part of a team. The things I'm most excited about are getting to row on the beautiful Lake Lemon with the team and the good weather."

Megan Mills | Pendleton, Ind.
On why she chose Indiana
"I am excited to continue my academic and athletic career at Indiana University Rowing!

Niamh Monk | Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
On why she chose Indiana
"There are so many reasons why I chose Indiana, but the main few were, Lake Lemon, it's such a gorgeous location and the serenity reminds me of Lake Karapiro! As well as the current IU athletes were all so welcoming, seemed like the perfect fit!"

Paige Pucel | Ridgefield, Conn.
"From the moment I stepped on campus I knew this was where I wanted to go! Everything from the beautiful campus to the great school spirit, I knew I wanted to be a Hoosier!"

Avery Thorpe | Carmel, Ind.
On why she chose Indiana
"I chose IU because of the wide variety of academic opportunities that are available. I also loved how close the teammates were and the IU rowing community!"

Lili Toledano | St. Louis, Mo.
On why she chose Indiana
"I chose IU because of the instant connection I felt from the moment I stepped on to campus. I wanted a place that would challenge and push me to higher levels academically and athletically. The team members and coaching staff were so welcoming and were very supportive of one another! I can't wait to become a part of the Hoosier family! Go Hoosiers!"

Sofia Sperduto | Brentwood, Tenn.
On why she chose Indiana
"I chose IU because I love the girls on the team and the coaches, they are all so genuine and know how to have fun and get work done at the same time!"

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Indiana Rowing Signs 10 To National Letters Of Intent

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