This past week, 18 student athletes from HNA crew competed at Youth Nationals as representatives of the fastest crews from our Northwest Region. There were 224 teams participating in two practice and four racing days at Nathon Benderson Park in Sarasota Florida. HNA athletes performed very well despite the 95+ degree heat and humidity. HNA Crew had some great performances, attitudes, and team dynamics that all led to some great results.
All HNA crews were the fastest from the Northwest in their event, and we had the whole region supporting and congratulating our crews. Several of our rowers spoke with some of the 30+ college coaches that were on hand to recruit the best high school rowers. Outside of practice and race time, the team enjoyed several meals and smoothies together, watching TV, going to the movies, playing cards, and going to the beach at sunset. They also enjoyed getting more sleep than they get during the school year!
