Emelia Pechulis '26 Recruiting Profile

Hello! My name is Emelia Pechulis. 

Before I took up rowing, I was a competitive swimmer year-round, starting at the age of six. During my freshman year, I joined my high school swim team and was proud to qualify for districts, one of the few freshmen girls to do so that year. I discovered rowing in the spring of 2024, and it quickly became my passion. Transitioning from learn-to-row camps to year-round team rowing was an easy choice for me. My swimming background has been invaluable in my training; I wake up early without hesitation and have developed a strong appreciation for the rigorous daily workouts and the strength they build. 

What sets me apart from other athletes is my experience in a demanding sport, where I trained nearly nine times a week for close to three hours each session. This has equipped me to handle intense workouts and has fostered my dedication to hard work and achieving my goals.