John Carroll University Rowing was established in 1992 by students who had an interest in the sport. The team spent its first years using borrowed equipment and setting the groundwork for the future.

There are both men’s and women’s teams at JCU in both the novice and varsity categories. All four teams travel together, but compete in separate men's and women's events.

Growth has come quite rapidly for the team and it is currently the largest club sport at JCU. The team now owns all of its own equipment, including three new boat purchases in the last four years.

JCU rows out of the Cleveland Rowing Foundation boathouse in downtown Cleveland, located on the shores of the Cuyahoga River.

The team has medaled in several top races around the country, including: Head of the Elk, Head of the Ohio, Head of the Occoquan, Governor’s Cup, MACRA, Dad Vail, and several others throughout the years.

Through the hard work and dedication of every member and coach over the years, John Carroll University Rowing has reached its current success.

We encourage you to become a part of it!

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