"The guys here are highly competitive, but very supportive of one another. Our varsity oarsmen help to develop the greenest walk-on and the most accomplished recruit." Early in the Fall, there is a fair amount of variety in the way...

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Even at five AM the organized energy is palpable on the Naval Academy grounds; there's a sense of purpose and firmness on the other side of the gates. This works well for morning rowing practice. "Kids come here for...