Row New York

🎓 Congratulations to Vick Volovnyk on her next chapter!

This fall, Vick will attend University of Virginia, where she will study Political Philosophy, Policy & Law (PPL) and Classics.

Before she begins this exciting new chapter, Vick has one more race in Row New York colors. This weekend, she’ll take to the water at the USRowing Youth National Championships for the final time as a Row New York athlete—a fitting celebration of years of hard work, dedication, and leadership.

Reflecting on her time at Row New York, Vick shared:

“I expected a sports team that would challenge me on the water—but I also found a community that provided invaluable support off the water.”

What began as an opportunity to grow as an athlete became so much more. Through the friendships, mentorship, and support she found at Row New York, Vick discovered a community that helped shape her both on and off the water.

We’re incredibly proud of all she has accomplished and can’t wait to see what comes next. Join us in congratulating Vick and cheering her on as she closes out her Row New York career on the national stage! 💙🚣‍♀️🎓

The future is bright for the Class of 2026. ✨ Over the coming days, we’ll be spotlighting some of our graduating seniors as they share their future plans, and the memories from Row New York that they’ll take with them to colleges and universities across the country and around the world. Leading off the lineup is Sophia Jaffe!

🎓 Congratulations to Sophia Jaffe on her next chapter!

This fall, Sophia will attend Brandeis University, where she plans to study Chemistry.

Looking back on her journey from freshman year to senior year, Sophia reflected on just how much she has grown:

“From being a freshman in high school to now, I have grown so much as a person. Becoming a student-athlete—and more importantly, a rower—has led me to meeting my closest friends, becoming stronger and more disciplined, and has given me confidence in myself I wouldn’t otherwise have. Even though we are all going different places in life, I am so grateful for the friends we made, and I know that we are all going to keep in contact and stay friends for a very long time.”

Sophia’s story speaks to the transformative power of sport, community, and perseverance. Through rowing, she found not only confidence and discipline, but also friendships that will last far beyond graduation.

We are incredibly proud of everything Sophia has accomplished and can’t wait to see where her passion for learning takes her next. Please join us in congratulating her as she begins her journey at Brandeis University! 💙🚣‍♀️🧪