URI Rowing Adds Two Johnson-Funded Racing Shells to Fleet
The Johnson family donated two racing shells to the University of Rhode Island women’s rowing program, honoring family members and bolstering a team that has dominated the Atlantic 10. The Rams will debut the boats at the Princeton Chase this weekend.
By the Numbers- $66,500 in challenge donations matched by the Johnsons
- More than $120,000 raised for the team in one day
- 12 Atlantic 10 titles won; the Rams are seeking their 13th this spring
- 9 NCAA Championship appearances in Shelagh Donohoe’s 20 seasons as head coach
The gift delivers new equipment and a significant fundraising boost as Rhode Island looks to sustain its conference-leading success.
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