Not to be outdone by Fort Hunt’s band, track, swimming, and cheerleading programs……Fort Hunt’s crew/rowing program was among the best in the United States as well.

During the era when several northern Virginia high schools rose to national prominence in rowing, the 1978 Fort Hunt High School Junior 8 crew won the National High School Championship, ending their season at #1 in the nation.

The 1978 Fort Hunt High School senior 8 crew finished 3rd at Nationals.

“Fort Hunt High School, a dominant rowing program in Northern Virginia…..”

“The 1978 Fort Hunt High School Junior 8 crew is recognized for its success in rowing, including winning championships at the Northern Virginia Rowing Championships and competing at a national level.”

“1978 Fort Hunt High School Junior 8 crew won the Scholastic Rowing Nationals in the Junior 8 category….”

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