MILWAUKEE ROWING CLUB
News and Updates
July 31, 2022
Milwaukee Rowing Club athlete, Sarah Bradford wins gold at the 2022 World Rowing Under 19 Championships in the USA Women’s 8+
July 7, 2022 - MRC In the news
The Milwaukee Rowing Club is featured on WTMJ highlighting our STEM to Stern program.
September 29, 2021 - MRC In the news
The Milwaukee Rowing Club is featured in the Journal Sentinel in an article highlighting our STEM to Stern program.
September 1, 2020 - COVID-19 Programming Update
Due to the ongoing coronavirus situation, our programming has been slowly coming back under strict protocols and guidelines. Please see our Adult and Youth rowing pages for updated information on what is being offered.
February 29, 2020 - MRC’s 125th Anniversary Celebration
Where: Discovery World
When: Saturday, February 29;
Details: Come celebrate 125 years of the Milwaukee Rowing Club. The event will consist of a cocktail hour, dinner, and a scheduled program. All proceeds go to our STEM to Stern outreach program. For details and to register see our 125th Anniversary page.
Adult Rowing PRogram - A new opportunity
Where: The Barn (our indoor facility)
When: February 2 - March 28
Details: The Milwaukee Rowing Club is beginning a formalized adult rowing program this February. Adults with little to no rowing experience who are seeking rowing opportunities can participate in one of our Winter Learn to Row sessions, while experienced rowers and current members of the club may join our winter season. See our Adult Rowing Pages on the website for more information and to register.
This program will continue onto the water during the warmer months and will include coaching as well as racing opportunities.
July 22, 2019 - MRC Video Feature
The MRC was featured in a video highlighting Milwaukee County Parks. This installment was meant to focus on recreational use of Milwaukee’s waterways.
July 20, 2019 - City Lights sprints
Where: City Lights Brewing Co
When: Saturday, July 20; 9:00 AM -12:00 PM
Details: MRC will square off against Camp Randall Rowing Club in 1000m races finishing in front of City Lights Brewing on the Menomonee River. City Lights is open for breakfast! Enjoy breakfast and coffee while watching the races.
June 15, 2019 - Summer Scrimmage and Open House
Where: MRC Boathouse (1990 N Commerce St)
When: Friday, June 15; 9:00 AM -12:00 PM
Details: All are invited to the boathouse for a morning of rowing and family fun. The Milwaukee Rowing Club will be holding a series of races featuring the MRC High School Team, Middle School Team and Junior Team Alumni. Racing will begin at 9:00 AM.
Enjoy breakfast and coffee while watching the races. This is a great time to meet the coaches, check out the boathouse, and socialize with club members.
June 14, 2019 - Summer Social and Fundraiser
Where: MRC Boathouse (1990 N Commerce St)
When: Friday, June 14; 6:30-9:00 PM
Details: Enjoy an event the evening before our summer scrimmage. This event is meant to connect all current adult club members, MRC parents, Friends, and MRC Juniors Alumni. Come for an enjoyable night of socializing and information regarding our fundraising campaign.
RSVP using the following link: http://www.mkejuniors.org/rsvp-summer-social-and-fundraiser
Note: this is an adult event
June 6-9, 2019 - Youth National Championships RECAP
SARASOTA, FL - Our High School team competed at the Youth National Championship in the Women’s Youth 4+ and the Men’s Youth Lightweight 8+. Each of these boats had inspiring races over the course of the weekend and learned a lot from racing against the best teams in the country. Our athletes raced on the world class racecourse in Nathan Benderson Park and earned 15th place and 16th place in the country. We are proud of their strong performance!
June 6-9, 2019 - USRowing Youth National Championships
Where: Nathan Benderson Park - Sarasota, FL
When: Thursday, June 6 - Sunday, June 9
Details: Our High School team qualified for the Youth National Championship in the Women’s Youth 4+ and the Men’s Youth Lightweight 8+. Each of these boats earned silver medals at the Midwest Championships giving them the opportunity to race against the best teams in the nation. Our athletes will travel to Florida on Wednesday and return from racing on Sunday. Congrats to those competing and Go Milwaukee!
MAY 18-19, 2019 - Midwest Youth Championships RECAP
EAST FORK STATE PARK, OH - Our High School team competed at the Midwest Championships over the weekend and brought home medals in multiple events. This included winning the Midwest championship in the Womens Youth Novice 8+ and the Womens Youth 3rd Varsity 4+. The Womens Youth 2nd 4+ brought home a medal as well. The highlight of the regatta was when the girls and boys teams both secured a birth to the National Championships. They placed 2nd in the Women’s Youth 4+ and the Men’s Youth Lightweight 8+. Each of these boats had inspiring races and earned themselves a trip to Florida in June to race against the best crews in the country. GO MILWAUKEE!
June 23, 2018 - Summer Scrimmage and Open House
Where: MRC Boathouse (1990 N Commerce St)
When: Friday, June 23; 9:00 AM -12:00 PM
Details: All are invited to the boathouse for a morning of rowing and family fun. The Milwaukee Rowing Club will be holding a series of races featuring the MRC High School Team, Middle School Team and Junior Team Alumni. Racing will begin at 9:00 AM.
Enjoy breakfast and coffee while watching the races. This is a great time to meet the coaches, check out the boathouse, and socialize with club members.
June 22, 2018 - Summer Social and Fundraiser
Where: MRC Boathouse (1990 N Commerce St)
When: Friday, June 22; 6:30-9:00 PM
Details: This year, we are rolling out an event the evening before our summer scrimmage. This event is meant to connect all current adult club members, MRC parents, and MRC Juniors Alumni. Come for an enjoyable night of socializing and information regarding our fundraising campaign.
RSVP using the following link: http://www.mkejuniors.org/rsvp-summer-social-and-fundraiser
Note: this is an adult event
March 8, 2018 - IN the news
The Milwaukee Indepentent's article highlighting Will Bott and the Milwaukee Rowing Club Outreach Program
William Bott honored for Milwaukee Rowing Club's Outreach Diversity Program
March 8, 2018 - Winter social event
Where: Good City Brewing (2108 N Farwell Ave)
When: Thursday, March 8; 5:30-10:00 PM
Details: Enjoy the evening getting to know club parents, members, coaches, etc. Our rented space at Good City is located at the corner of Farwell and Windsor. There is a separate event this evening and we have been asked to enter in the corner door (at Windsor/Farwell) and not the main taproom door.
December 7, 2017 - Adult Rowing Meeting
The Adult rowing meeting covered information about the winter rowing months. Our club is offering Learn to Erg sessions for new members, and the facility (Fight Club) is available for use. The meeting largely covered how to access the facility, opportunities for our Adult members, and how new members can be added to our club. Follow-up information will be sent out the week of December 11.
September 15, 2017 - In the news
WUWM's article highlighting our outreach efforts and the athletes who are involved in our middle school program.
August 31, 2017 - in the news
WUWM's Fit for You segment on the Lake Effect broadcast featuring Roger Huffman in a discussion about the sport of rowing. This segment covers the history of rowing in Milwaukee along with details about what it takes to be a rower.
July 21, 2017 - In the news
A story in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel highlighting the MRC outreach effort. The article details the integration of a diverse middle school rowing program at our club.
Rowing Club brings Milwaukee Public Schools students into the fold
July 17, 2017 - In the news
TMJ4's segment highlighting our outreach efforts and the athletes who are involved in our middle school program.
July 14, 2017 - In the news
BizTimes - Milwaukee Business News - this segment features our partnership with the Milwaukee Riverwalk District in our effort to expand rowing through diverse communities.
Riverwalk District, Rowing Club partner to increase river access
July 23, 2016 - in the news
TMJ4's segment on the Milwaukee Rowing Club Junior Program. The segment covers the rigors of rowing and the teamwork/camaraderie required. Athletes Grace D'Souza and Nora Fiorita are featured along with Coach Roger Huffman.