Clemson, S.C. — The Clemson Rowing team is proud to announce the signing of ten athletes for the fall of 2020.
Lori Belanger
Hometown: Asheville, N.C.
Previous Club: Asheville Youth Rowing
“Clemson has been my dream school since I first saw the boathouse in seventh grade at my third-ever regatta. The friendly students, breathtaking facilities, great nursing program, and of course the incredible rowing team are a few of the many reasons why Clemson was my first choice.”
Alexis Holliday
Hometown: Liberty, S.C.
Previous Team: Liberty High School (Football)
“Going to Clemson games growing up, I was already a die hard tiger fan. Now the opportunity to be a Tiger and compete as a student athlete is a dream come true. ”
Avery Howard
Hometown: Tallahassee, Fla.
Previous Club: Capital City Crew
“I decided to attend Clemson because I loved the school’s atmosphere, spirit and beautiful campus. I also loved how close the girls are with one another other as well as their immersion in, and general love of their school.”
Caroline Leber
Hometown: Newport Beach, Calif.
Previous Team: Explosion 18U Gold Jackson/Denio (Softball)
“I decided to come to Clemson because it has a great nursing program and the campus felt like home. I also wanted to be on a competitive team in college and rowing was a great fit for me. I especially liked the coaches and the girls on the team. I knew right away that Clemson was the place for me.”
Christina Minyo
Hometown: Cos Cob, Conn.
Previous Club: Greenwich Crew
“I knew Clemson was the perfect fit for me the moment that I stepped on campus. The welcoming atmosphere and strong school spirit drew me in, as it was demonstrated throughout both the rowing team and the school. I am so happy to be a Tiger!”
Emerey Sampson
Hometown: Mercer Island, Wash.
Previous Club: Mount Baker Rowing
“I chose to attend Clemson University to row and continue my education because of the strong academics as well as the competitive & friendly rowing team. When I arrived on campus, I instantly knew that Clemson was my perfect fit. I couldn’t be more excited to be a Tiger!”
Claudia Scherbin
Hometown: Margate, N.J.
Previous Club: Ocean City High School
“I choose Clemson because I saw myself becoming successful in both academics and athletics. I felt that everyone I met could help me pursue my goals on the water and in the business school. I loved the family atmosphere of the campus and the camaraderie of the school. I could not be more excited to be a Tiger!”
Salma Shaalan
Hometown: Jacksonville, Fla.
Previous Club: The Bolles School
“I chose to attend Clemson because of its great school spirit, the rowing team’s strong culture and the lively atmosphere around the school.”
Genevieve Skolds
Hometown: Darien, Connecticut
Previous Club: Connecticut Boat Club
“I chose to attend Clemson because of three qualities: academics, athletics, and family. Clemson is well known to be a strong academic school that will challenge me to do my best. In terms of athletics, I chose Clemson because it felt like home to me. The girls that I met on the team were some of the nicest girls I have ever met and they treated me like family. I was also really impressed with their underlying sense of determination, competition, and drive. I am confident that Clemson is the perfect place for me and will set me up for future successes.”
Julia Walsh
Hometown: Chesterfield, Mo.
Previous Club: St. Louis Rowing Club
“I chose to attend Clemson because of three qualities: academics, athletics, and family. Clemson is well known to be a strong academic school that will challenge me to do my best. In terms of athletics, I chose Clemson because it felt like home to me. The girls that I met on the team were some of the nicest girls I have ever met and they treated me like family. I was also really impressed with their underlying sense of determination, competition, and drive. I am confident that Clemson is the perfect place for me and will set me up for future successes.”