Boston College Athletics
Rowing Welcomes 12 Commits to Incoming Class
March 10, 2025 | Rowing
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College rowing head coach Grace Hollowell has announced the addition of 12 student athletes to the incoming class of 2029.
"This is a strong and talented class and we are excited for them to join us in the fall," said Hollowell. "They are a skilled group with big wins under their belts, they will certainly raise the bar for our current athletes. At the same time they are just great people, they share the work ethic and high character that we are looking for in our student athletes. I'm looking forward to seeing this group make their mark, on and off the water!"
Emerson Adams (Los Gatos, Calif.)
Los Gatos Rowing Club
"I chose Boston College because of how inviting and fun the team is and the supportive coaches!"
Angela Devine (Moraga, Calif.)
University of California Los Angeles/Oakland Strokes
"I am so grateful to have the opportunity to compete for Boston College and study for a Masters in Sports Administration. I am blessed to have spent three years competing for UCLA while studying my undergrad. I can't wait to be in Boston rowing on the Charles, meet my teammates and study at a world renowned university!"
Alice Frascella (Westport, Conn.)
Saugatuck Rowing Club
"I chose to row at Boston College because I knew instantly that it is the perfect fit for me and a place I will thrive as a rower and student. I'm very excited to be a part of the [incoming] class of 2025!"
Melinda Aznar Klein (London, England)
Deerfield Rowing/Tideway Scullers
"I chose to row at Boston College because of the unmatched academic and athletic opportunities. From my first call with Coach Ringham, I began to understand the supportive environment and motivating team culture of the BC women's rowing team. I am super excited to continue my rowing career on the Charles in the fall. Go Eagles!"
Vanessa Ksiazek (Blue Bell, Pa.)
Mount Saint Joseph Academy
"I chose Boston College because of the genuine compassion, integrity, and insight I encountered throughout the recruiting process. The combination of a competitive yet supportive environment—both on the water and in the classroom—immediately drew me in. BC's beautiful campus, rigorous academic programs, and welcoming team created an environment that felt completely 'right'!"
Emma Lawson (Boxborough, Mass.)
Bromfield Acton-Boxborough Rowing
"I chose Boston College for its equally amazing rowing program and academic opportunities. I loved the support and sense of comradery I saw from everyone in the BC rowing program, and I know that it is the perfect place for me to grow as a rower, as a student, and as a person. Go Eagles!
Sofia Martin (Westport, Conn.)
Saugatuck Rowing Club
"I chose to row at Boston College because it has long been my top choice for its academic and athletic opportunities. The combination of BC's competitive rowing program, welcoming team and coaching staff, and its strong academic reputation has made it a place I know I will succeed."
Beatrice Maxwell (Acton, Mass.)
Bromfield Acton-Boxborough Rowing
"I wanted to row at BC because of the amazing coaching staff and warm team. I am looking forward to my next four years!"
Ella Ryan (Rye, N.Y.)
RowAmerica Rye
"I chose to row at Boston College due to its incredible balance between academics and athletics and its school spirit!"
Samantha Schwartz (Dover, Mass.)
Cambridge Boat Club
"I chose Boston College because of the team's competitive spirit and excellent academics."
Molly Smith (Andover, Mass.)
Community Rowing Inc.
"I chose to row at Boston College because of the amazing team atmosphere in school spirit. Everyone is so excited to be here, and I am so excited to be an eagle soon!"
Kate Weitz (Westport, Conn.)
Saugatuck Rowing Club
"I chose to row at Boston College not only because of the incredible team and coaches, but also because of the amazing community found at BC!"
"This is a strong and talented class and we are excited for them to join us in the fall," said Hollowell. "They are a skilled group with big wins under their belts, they will certainly raise the bar for our current athletes. At the same time they are just great people, they share the work ethic and high character that we are looking for in our student athletes. I'm looking forward to seeing this group make their mark, on and off the water!"
Emerson Adams (Los Gatos, Calif.)
Los Gatos Rowing Club
"I chose Boston College because of how inviting and fun the team is and the supportive coaches!"
Angela Devine (Moraga, Calif.)
University of California Los Angeles/Oakland Strokes
"I am so grateful to have the opportunity to compete for Boston College and study for a Masters in Sports Administration. I am blessed to have spent three years competing for UCLA while studying my undergrad. I can't wait to be in Boston rowing on the Charles, meet my teammates and study at a world renowned university!"
Alice Frascella (Westport, Conn.)
Saugatuck Rowing Club
"I chose to row at Boston College because I knew instantly that it is the perfect fit for me and a place I will thrive as a rower and student. I'm very excited to be a part of the [incoming] class of 2025!"
Melinda Aznar Klein (London, England)
Deerfield Rowing/Tideway Scullers
"I chose to row at Boston College because of the unmatched academic and athletic opportunities. From my first call with Coach Ringham, I began to understand the supportive environment and motivating team culture of the BC women's rowing team. I am super excited to continue my rowing career on the Charles in the fall. Go Eagles!"
Vanessa Ksiazek (Blue Bell, Pa.)
Mount Saint Joseph Academy
"I chose Boston College because of the genuine compassion, integrity, and insight I encountered throughout the recruiting process. The combination of a competitive yet supportive environment—both on the water and in the classroom—immediately drew me in. BC's beautiful campus, rigorous academic programs, and welcoming team created an environment that felt completely 'right'!"
Emma Lawson (Boxborough, Mass.)
Bromfield Acton-Boxborough Rowing
"I chose Boston College for its equally amazing rowing program and academic opportunities. I loved the support and sense of comradery I saw from everyone in the BC rowing program, and I know that it is the perfect place for me to grow as a rower, as a student, and as a person. Go Eagles!
Sofia Martin (Westport, Conn.)
Saugatuck Rowing Club
"I chose to row at Boston College because it has long been my top choice for its academic and athletic opportunities. The combination of BC's competitive rowing program, welcoming team and coaching staff, and its strong academic reputation has made it a place I know I will succeed."
Beatrice Maxwell (Acton, Mass.)
Bromfield Acton-Boxborough Rowing
"I wanted to row at BC because of the amazing coaching staff and warm team. I am looking forward to my next four years!"
Ella Ryan (Rye, N.Y.)
RowAmerica Rye
"I chose to row at Boston College due to its incredible balance between academics and athletics and its school spirit!"
Samantha Schwartz (Dover, Mass.)
Cambridge Boat Club
"I chose Boston College because of the team's competitive spirit and excellent academics."
Molly Smith (Andover, Mass.)
Community Rowing Inc.
"I chose to row at Boston College because of the amazing team atmosphere in school spirit. Everyone is so excited to be here, and I am so excited to be an eagle soon!"
Kate Weitz (Westport, Conn.)
Saugatuck Rowing Club
"I chose to row at Boston College not only because of the incredible team and coaches, but also because of the amazing community found at BC!"
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