Nineteen student-athletes from Georgetown University's women's openweight rowing team earned the prestigious 2026 CRCA Scholar-Athlete Award, as announced by the Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA). The award honors collegiate rowers who excel academically while competing. To qualify, athletes must be in their second year, maintain a GPA of 3.50 or higher, and race in a NCAA-eligible boat for at least 75% of the spring season. This recognition highlights the team's strong academic performance, achieving a collective GPA of 3.73 this semester, with seven athletes attaining a 4.0 GPA.

By the Numbers
  • 19 athletes awarded the CRCA Scholar-Athlete Award.
  • 3.73 average team GPA for Spring 2026.
  • 7 student-athletes achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA.
State of Play
  • The achievement underscores a successful semester focused on academics among the rowing team.
  • The team has demonstrated consistent academic excellence over recent years.
What's Next

The Hoyas will look to build on their academic success while preparing for the upcoming rowing season, aiming for further achievements both on the water and in academics.

Bottom Line

The success of the Georgetown women's rowing team as CRCA Scholar-Athletes exemplifies the commitment to excellence in both academics and athletics, setting a high standard for future teams.