Blomma Krei '23 Recruiting Profile

My name is Blomma Krei and I'm a senior at Bellows Free Academy in Saint Albans, VT. I was born and grew up in Germany where I rowed in a club starting at the age of 10.

I love this sport because I like the feeling to glide over the water. Rowing gives me the opportunity to be part of a team that works hard and accomplishes goals together. From day one I trained in summer and winter and it led me to the German Championships for Boys and Girls in 2017 where I competed in a lightweight single.

My family wanted to move to the United States in March 2020 but this process was extremely delayed due to pandemic related border closures and bureaucratic obstacles. We traveled to different countries like Ireland and Canada until our visas were finally approved in July 2022. I was unable to sign up in new rowing clubs due to COVID restrictions. During this time I realized how much I missed the training, the competition, and my team mates.

My goal is to combine my academic and athletic goals. I envision that rowing will be an important part of my college experience to accomplish goals in a team and reach new limits.