Friends of Notre Dame Rowing Club l FONDR
Friends of Notre Dame Rowing Club l FONDR
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The Friends of Notre Dame Rowing (FONDR) is built on the dedication and generosity of alumni who once pulled together on the St. Joe and now return to give back. With an all-volunteer board spanning every era of the Notre Dame Rowing Club, FONDR continues the tradition of rowing as more than just a sport — it’s a way of building character, lifelong friendships, and a deep sense of community. Every alum who comes back strengthens the bond between past and present rowers, making sure today’s athletes feel the same support and pride that defined their own years on the team.
Through initiatives like the Coaching Endowment Campaign, alumni are helping to secure the future of Notre Dame Men’s Rowing. Their commitment ensures that current and future rowers have access to mentorship, resources, and the continuity of coaching needed to compete at the highest level. But more than winning races, these efforts honor the legacy of Notre Dame Rowing and extend its reach well beyond the water — into classrooms, careers, and communities shaped by the values of teamwork and perseverance. Visit the FONDR website to learn more:
Through initiatives like the Coaching Endowment Campaign, alumni are helping to secure the future of Notre Dame Men’s Rowing. Their commitment ensures that current and future rowers have access to mentorship, resources, and the continuity of coaching needed to compete at the highest level. But more than winning races, these efforts honor the legacy of Notre Dame Rowing and extend its reach well beyond the water — into classrooms, careers, and communities shaped by the values of teamwork and perseverance. Visit the FONDR website to learn more:
A Tribute to 60 Years of Notre Dame Rowing Club
A Tribute to 60 Years of Notre Dame Rowing Club
In 1965, a group of determined students launched a dream from the banks of the St. Joseph River. With no funding, no formal program, and barely enough equipment to stay afloat, they built the Notre Dame Rowing Club from scratch—one oar, one shell, and one race at a time.Their resilience became our tradition.Over the past 60 years, Notre Dame Rowing Club has grown from a student-led dream into a nationally competitive team. We've raced through snow, rain, and pain. We’ve broken boats, lost shirts, and left it all on the water. We’ve also stood on podiums, raised trophies, and proved that the spirit of the Fighting Irish lives in every stroke.This anniversary is more than a milestone—it’s a celebration of every teammate, coach, coxswain, alum, and family member who helped carry the boat forward. From South Bend to Schuylkill, from the Wabash to ACRA gold, the journey has never been easy—but it’s always been worth it.To row for Notre Dame is to row for something greater than yourself. Here’s to six decades of grit, heart, and legacy. Here’s to the next 60. ☘️ Row Irish.
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