My journey so far has been amazing! With the help of so many generous people, I have accomplished so much already.

High School:
I started rowing in high school for Long Beach Junior Crew. My senior year I went on to race with the USA Junior National Team and got my first taste of international competition. As I stood on the podium in Lithuania receiving a medal in the Junior Women's Eight, my dream began. I knew that with my passion for rowing and my relentless ability for hard work that I could accomplish my dream of winning an Olympic gold medal.

College:
In college at the University of Michigan, we placed 2nd in 2003 & 3rd in 2004 at the NCAA Championships and I earned my bachelors degree in Movement Science along the way. In 2005 & 2006 I spent my summers as part of the USA Under 23 National Team. My first Gold medal came in the Women’s Four, the next year I placed 4th in the Pair. Fourth place was good, but it just made more determined to get back on the medals stand.

Currently:
I took a huge step toward my dream in 2007 when I moved to Princeton, NJ to train full-time with the USA National Team. Since making that decision, I have set my focus on the 2012 Olympic Games in England. Initially, I was blown away by the intensity and level of training that takes place on a day-to-day basis at the Training Center. When I arrived I was at the bottom of the rankings, but month after month I climbed the list and made a place for myself among the fastest rowers in the country.

My hard work translated to speed which placed me in a boat at each of the World Championships from 2008 to 2011. In 2009, we achieved the best placement the US has ever obtained in the event- silver in the quad. This feat was repeated just months ago when we captured the Silver medal again in Bled, Slovenia. With less than a year to go, my goal is clear, GOLD.

Throughout this adventure, hard work has taken place both on and off the water. Financially supporting my dream has come in various forms. Up until this point I have balanced my rigorous training with numerous part time jobs. Support also came in the form of donations from family, friends, and local businesses. Coming into the Olympic year, it is clear that the dedication to my sport will require all my time and attention. Therefore, your support is more important than ever.

I would like to personally thank my family, friends, teammates, and all my other supporters that have made this journey so memorable! As always, all donations are tax-deductible. All you have to do is click the donation button to get started.

Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too! With your help, my dream can become a reality.

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My most recent race- 2011 World Championships

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