Women Alums Step Up for the Truck

Following the harrowing brake failure of the SU Women's truck (while pulling a full trailer - thankfully uphill!) the decision was made by Coach Justin Moore that a new towing vehicle just could not be put off any longer. SU Women's Assistant Coaches Alicea Kochis and Andrea Buch were in the vehicle during the time of the failure and were able to maneuver the truck off the road safely.

A call to arms was made to the SU Women Alums to help offset this unexpected cash outflow. The university fronted the money but the expectation is that the truck must be paid for by the alumnae.

A huge shout-out to the following alums who initially stepped up to help out:

Lynne Della Pella Pascale came to the rescue with a multi-year financial commitment. Lynne is pictured in the vintage photo above - far left standing, with the red bandana.

Other contributions were made by
Maura McEnaney, a SU coxswain who wrote in her contributing note, "I once landed a boat on the dock and crushed it, so I am happy to help with the truck"
Bonnie Nault
Diane Kulpinski

Thank you to these four women for leading the charge!

So the update is $1,125.00 in and $18,875 to go.

Here is a photo of Coach Kochis, safe and sound in the new towing vehicle for SU Women's Crew


Women alums....
We need you.

Please consider a donation to help offset the cost of this non-glamorous, but extremely important equipment purchase. Donations can be made by writing a check to Syracuse Women's Rowing and sent to Coach Justin Moore at:

Manley Field House, 1301 E. Colvin St., Syracuse, NY 13244

Thank you!