Conestoga Crew Opens Winter Tryouts as Program Rides Over 25 Years of National Success

Tredyffrin/Easttown, PA — Conestoga Crew is launching its winter tryouts on January 6, and there has never been a better moment for students to join one of the top high school rowing programs in the country.

Over the past several seasons, Conestoga Crew has surged into the spotlight with performances that have drawn attention across Philadelphia and beyond. From standout novice results to historic national-level finishes, the program has shown that new rowers can enter the sport and become competitive quickly, a hallmark of a well-run, athlete-focused team.

A Program on the Rise

This fall alone, Conestoga’s novice crews impressed at the Head of the Schuylkill, one of the largest regattas in the country where several boats finished in the top of deep, highly competitive fields. That momentum wasn’t limited to newer rowers: Conestoga also made a historic return to the world-famous Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, the most prestigious fall rowing event in the United States.

It marked only the second time in program history that Conestoga earned a coveted invitation to the Charles, and its first return in decades. This celebrated milestone was a major step forward for the program, recognizing not only the athletes’ hard work but the club’s long-term commitment to building a culture of excellence.

Last year, the Conestoga’s girls clinched a national championship title at the SRAA National Championships, reinforcing the program’s depth. Conestoga boys punched its ticket to USRowing Youth Nationals, a landmark achievement that placed the team among the most competitive programs in the nation.

Beginners Welcome — And They Succeed Here

One of the defining traits of Conestoga Crew is its ability to develop brand-new athletes quickly. In the past year, novice crews stepped into major regattas and held their own against seasoned programs, a testament to a training system designed to teach fundamentals rapidly while building confidence and athleticism.

Any Conestoga High School student can try out. No prior rowing experience is required.

For students interested in conditioning, teamwork, leadership, and competing at a high level, the winter tryout period is the perfect entry point. Many of the program’s standouts began as complete beginners.

Tryout & Training Schedule

• January 6–22: Tryouts and land training
• January 22: Team selection announced
• January 24–25: Team retreat weekend
• January 26–February 13: Team land training Location: Conestoga Teamer Field

Register here today: Only $200 (Tryout Period)

Contact info@conestogacrew.org with questions.

A Pathway to Top Colleges

Conestoga Crew has a long tradition of sending graduates to some of the best college rowing programs in the nation. Between intense training, a supportive team culture, and exposure to regattas like the Head of the Charles and Youth Nationals, athletes gain opportunities that extend far beyond high school.

Be Part of the Momentum

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or someone just looking to try something new, this winter is the moment to step in. The program is growing. The achievements are stacking up. And Conestoga Crew is inviting the next wave of rowers to make their mark.

For more information about registration and tryouts, contact the Conestoga Crew coaching staff or visit the team’s website.

Conestoga Crew — where beginners become competitors, teammates become champions, and this year’s journey starts on January 6.