About Rowing at William and Mary About Rowing at William and Mary Opportunity William and Mary Rowing provides an opportunity for undergraduates at the College to compete in a serious and challenging intercollegiate sport. No prior experience is necessary , only commitment and desire.
Most rowers start as novices after they get here, as is typical in most successful programs.
The team practices throughout the academic year on College Creek and on the James River in Williamsburg, Virginia. Team Rowing is a new sport at William and Mary, but has quickly grown to become the largest sport on campus and one of the largest rowing programs in the country outside Division One. The team regularly has over 100 students competing each year. Athletes Men and women of all sizes are encouraged to participate. There is a lightweight category.