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The Sarasota Scullers have a history of success

A team effort built by student athletes

The Sarasota Scullers Youth Rowing Program is the oldest organized youth rowing club in Sarasota. Since 1991, the Scullers have led the way in competitive rowing and developing athletic and competitive while achieving a #1 ranking in Florida at the 2010 State Championships. The program helps student athletes learn valuable life skills, work as a team and set challenging goals.

The Sarasota Scullers Rowing Team provides Sarasota and Manatee County teens the opportunity to learn a new sport, meet new friends, stay fit while becoming part of one of the fastest growing team sports in Florida. The Scullers program is divided into a competitive high school and middle school program that operates during the school year. The summer rowing camp programs offers unique opportunities for youths to try the sport while having unforgettable experiences.


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Scullers team members have gone on to achieve success in their academic, personal and professional lives, including their ability to obtain college scholarships and improve their chances for acceptance at their college of choice. The following is a list of 2016 graduates and the colleges they are attending.

Marcel Griffioen – California Institute of Technology, Sierra Hillman – American University, Anna Irving – University of Tennessee,
Cameron Koehler – University of Central Florida, Jeevesh Konuru – Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Liz Mallet – University of Central Florida, Jack Mischak – LaSalle University, Sam Somogyi – Santa Fe College, Kimia Spikes – Jacksonville University and Madison Waddle – Indiana University

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