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WHO WE ARE You don't head to the St. Joseph River before dawn just to participate. At the University of Notre Dame, Men's Rowing is a student-run organization that operates with the discipline, firepower, and expectations of a top-tier varsity program. We are built for athletes who want to push their absolute physical and mental limits while earning a degree from one of the best universities in the world.

THE ULTIMATE EQUALIZER Our roster is a deliberate collision of backgrounds. We combine seasoned high school rowers with raw, competitive athletes who step onto campus having never seen a boathouse. Once you are here, past experience takes a backseat to current output. The great equalizer is the work. You aren't just joining a roster; you are stepping into a brotherhood forged through grueling erg tests, freezing mornings, and the shared, singular focus of making the boat move faster.

PULLING TOGETHER Notre Dame Men's Rowing isn't just a four-year commitment; it is a lifetime network. We are backed by a fiercely loyal, generations-deep alumni base that ensures our boats are fast and our athletes are supported. When you row for the Irish, you inherit a legacy of men who understand exactly what it takes to balance rigorous academics with elite physical demands. We pull together to race against the biggest names in college rowing, proving year after year that we belong on the national stage.

OUR MISSION To outwork the competition, build exceptional leaders, and race for ACRA National Championships with Notre Dame on our chests.

PRIDE. PRECISION. TRADITION. These aren't just words—they are the standard we operate by. We row with the pride of representing the University of Notre Dame, execute every stroke with relentless precision, and uphold a tradition of excellence built by the oarsmen who came before us.