Villanova officially dedicated the Cavanaugh Family Boathouse on the Schuylkill River, giving its women’s varsity and men’s club rowing programs a permanent home after nearly two decades of planning. The facility includes spaces for training, recovery and team development, and was made possible by the Cavanaugh family and support from rowing alumnae, families and other donors.

By the Numbers
  • Nearly 20 years of planning preceded the dedication.
  • The boathouse will serve 2 rowing programs: women’s varsity and men’s club.
What’s Next

Villanova Rowing will host a fall scrimmage at the new boathouse on Nov. 8.

Bottom Line

The new facility is more than a training base: it’s a long-term investment in Villanova rowing and the student-athlete experience.