Providing Opportunity
Our mission is to bring the sport of competitive rowing to high school students in the Bachman Lake community, providing opportunities for personal growth, teamwork, and college scholarships.
Learn About Our Programs“Competitive High School rowing has been associated with developing discipline, character, work ethic, teamwork, and leadership, in young men and women further positioning them for college admission, scholarships and greater success in life.”
—Patrick Hamner, President & Co-Founder
Inspiration
BachmanROC, short for Bachman Lake Rowing Outreach to the Community, was inspired by the book and movie, “A Most Beautiful Thing,” which tells the story of the first all-black high school rowing team in America.
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Our participants and alumni often speak of the transformative impact of rowing on their lives. From building discipline and teamwork to opening doors to college opportunities, the stories of our rowers are a testament to the power of this sport.
Join us at BachmanROC and experience the journey from learning to swim to rowing your way to college success.
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