Bethany Petie '26 Recruiting Profile

I’m Bethany Petie from Australia, deeply passionate about rowing—it really shapes who I am. At just 15, I’ve managed to lower my 2km erg time to 7:26. Every practice is a step towards becoming faster and stronger, and I’m loving every bit of it.

The vibrant life and competitive sports at U.S. colleges have always intrigued me, inspired by family friends’ stories. With a GPA of 92.14, I’m fully committed to excelling both academically and athletically. I aim to bring my best to the classroom and the water.

I’ve raced in state, national, and even international regattas, experiencing everything from single sculls to eights. Recently, I was honored to join the Queensland State Pathways Squad as a U17 in a predominantly U19 group. My rowing highlight so far was winning gold at the New South Wales State Championships as the Stroke of our U17 Girls Eight, posting a time of 6:53.

Rowing has taught me a lot about resilience and teamwork. I'm set to graduate in December 2026 and plan to start college in 2027, hoping to join a U.S. college rowing team where I can continue to challenge myself and contribute to a dynamic team environment.

I look forward to possibly bringing my energy and passion for rowing to a U.S. college, leveraging every opportunity to grow both as an athlete and a scholar.

Thanks for your support and interest in my journey!