Crew Team: Seven members of Army Crew traveled to Gainesville, GA to compete in the American Collegiate Rowing Association (ACRA) National Championship where 56 collegiate rowing clubs from across the United States participated. Two boats qualified to compete in this championship, men’s varsity fours (Cadets Courtland Adams, John Buonforte, Stewart Landefeld, James McAuliffe and Kevin Zander) and women’s double (Cadets Caitlin Rowe and Madeline Grucella). The women quickly learned to scull, which is using oars on each side of the boat in just a few days before the championship. They ended up placing 5th overall, finishing just 44 seconds behind the leader over the course of a nine minute race. The ACRA also recognized several cadets with national awards. Three Firsties qualified for the Northeast Regional All-American team. Also, several cadets were recognized for their academic performance.
Spirit Group: The Spirit Support Group received their new “Blackjack” costume to prepare for the 2013 Army Football season.