Rutgers continues it’s dominance at the U23 World Rowing Championships

Rutgers had a great showing at the U23 Rowing World Championships.

Rutgers fans have plenty to celebrate with the U23 World Championships in the books. The Scarlet Knights were represented by Victoria Greider and Hannah Heideveld, who left Bulgaria with gold. For the Scarlet Knights, it was a continuation of dominance.

Rutgers has now had representation and a medalist at the U23 World Championships every year dating back to 2018. This was the second consecutive year they had two world champions. Over the last five years, Scarlet Knights athletes have won six gold medals.

That list of athletes includes Sarah Johanek, Ella Toa, and Femke Paulis. Heidevel and Greider followed in their footsteps by playing crucial roles in the United States women’s eight.

After getting off to a quick lead in the final on Saturday afternoon, the U.S. was dead even with Germany as the crews passed the 500-meter mark. However, that’s precisely where the U.S. wanted them. With the help of Heidevel and Greider, the U.S. was able to retake the lead by the midway point of the race.

When the final whistle blew, the U.S. was in first after holding off Germany and Canada. For Heidevel and Greider, it was a moment of glory years in the making. They now return to Rutgers with another award added to their impressive list of accolades.