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Miyako Lee '24 Recruiting Profile
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Miya rowing a single
Miya rowing a doublePersonal Statement
I am a self-motivated and intense rower with a height of 5'9" and a wingspan of 5'10". I have impressive cardio and stamina and thrive in a competitive environment. I'm often asked by my coaches to compete in multiple races on the same day because they know I don't tire out quickly and I can't get enough of my time on the water. My goals are to continue improving my technique on the water, lowering my erg score, rowing all four years of college competitively, and having a lifelong connection to rowing.
Having lived abroad early in my education in Switzerland and Mexico, I have a worldview on diversity, equity, and inclusion. I am interested in studying in the field of medicine so that I can help bring access to quality care and compassion to all people. In crew, I am a versatile team member, able to steer, row port, starboard, scull, and I have a lot of experience in singles, doubles, pairs, quads, fours, and eights. I am meticulous when it comes to technique and preparation. I believe that investing in preparation and practice always pays off in the long run for academics or regattas. What you would hear from my teammates or classmates is quite consistent. I have a positive attitude that sets the tone even in difficult situations, I put in the effort to persevere through any obstacles, and I lead by example. I have high expectations of myself and others but with a helping hand to support others in their pursuit of personal excellence. And oh, by the way, I love to laugh and have fun along the way!
Athletics
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 1 season
- 2019 Connecticut Boat Club (Varsity 1)
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Lizabeth Trond
- Club Coach
- Pierrick Absolonne
- Club Coach
- Jim Sweitzer
Events
- Camp/Event
- Head of the fish
- 10/27/23 to 10/29/23
- Three races and three medals in the same day! V8+ 3rd place out of 30 boats. V4+ 3rd place out of 29 boats and V4x+ 3rd out of 15 boats. It was a fun way to end fall racing for my senior year!
- Camp/Event
- Head of the Charles
- 10/20/23 to 10/22/23
- We started in 31st place out of 50 boats and took 10th place overall in a 4x+. HOCR is always a fun and challenging event.
- Camp/Event
- Head of the Riverfront
- 10/01/23 to 10/01/23
- I bowed a 2x and came in 7th place out of 37 boats. We were the fastest of the three CBC boats entered. After a short break I bowed a 4x coming in 4th place out of 20 boats. I’m especially proud of my steering that day as the currents were strong from all of the recent rain. There were some boats capsized by the current in the turns.
- Camp/Event
- Rockrimmin Regatta
- 9/09/23 to 9/09/23
- Bowed a 2x for a close 2nd place finish.
- Camp/Event
- 2023 Youth Nationals
- 6/09/23 to 6/11/23
- Selected as the only alternate athlete on my team to travel to Sarasota for the A-final 1st place 2- National Champion boat and the B-final 4x boat. I enjoyed training alongside my teammates and knowing that I played a big part in making them and myself faster.
- Camp/Event
- Northeast Regionals
- 5/19/23 to 5/21/23
- The V4- was a tough-fought race; we ended up placing 5th in the final. We missed qualifying this boat for nationals by one place, but I had the chance after to seat-race nine girls for a spot in the 4x, which did qualify. I will be going to nationals as the alternate for both the 4x and 2- and training in the single.
- Camp/Event
- Saratoga invitaional
- 4/28/23 to 4/30/23
- A very rainy and cold race, but it was still a lot of fun because I was able to race in a lot of different boats. 2V4+ 3rd place, V8+ 6th place, V1x 8th place
- Camp/Event
- Mercer Sprints
- 4/21/23 to 4/23/23
- This was a big and fun event. 2V4x-3rd place, V2- 4th place, 2V4+ 4th place
- Camp/Event
- San Diego Crew Classic
- 3/31/23 to 4/02/23
- I was honored to be selected as one of 8 athletes from our club to participate in this first race back on the water to kick off our spring season. V8+ 8th place.
- Camp/Event
- Lido Chase
- 11/12/22 to 11/13/22
- Only the top athletes from Connecticut Boat Club that made the podium in the fall season were invited to go to California and race in the Lido Chase. I had two races in an 8 and a 4+ with borrowed equipment. We took 2nd place in the 8 and 4th place in the 4+ just missing 3rd by 0.1 second. It was an exciting race, and I enjoyed bonding with my teammates in the California sun.
- Camp/Event
- Head of the Fish
- 10/29/22 to 10/30/22
- 3200 Meter course with around 160 rowing clubs. Varsity 2x-2nd place, Varsity 8- 4th place.
- Camp/Event
- Youth National championships 2022
- 6/09/22 to 6/12/22
- Placed 4th in the A final in a u17 4x
- Camp/Event
- Northeast Regionals
- 5/20/22 to 5/22/22
- 2nd place. U17 QUAD (going to nationals in Sarasota, FL)
- Camp/Event
- Saratoga Invitational
- 4/29/22 to 5/01/22
- 1) 1st place. U17 Double. 2) 1st place. U17 Junior 8. 3) 2nd place. U17 QUAD. 4) 2nd place. U17 QUAD. 5) 3rd place. U17 Junior 8.
- Camp/Event
- Mercer Sprints
- 4/22/22 to 4/24/22
- 1) 1st place. U19 Youth Pair. 2) 2nd place. Second Varsity QUAD
- Camp/Event
- San Diego Crew Classic
- 3/24/22 to 3/27/22
- 3rd place. U17 4X
Statistics
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes.Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes.Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsHigh Honors throughout high school, every quarter
- ActivitiesNational Student Leadership Conference - invitation to participate in summer 2022 Selected as 1 of 18 students for Summer Study abroad in Costa Rica to study ecology, botany, zoology, geology, and culture.