Concept 2 Rankings
Internal ergometer rankings and records powering training across the College of Charleston Crew.
How the Rankings Work
Athletes on the team use Concept 2 ergometers to track fitness and pace work on the water. Tested splits are recorded for standard distances and compared across the roster, giving rowers and coxswains a measurable benchmark for both individual progress and team-wide performance.
2k Test Records
Top scores on the standard 2,000-meter test, the benchmark piece used by coaches to evaluate aerobic capacity and race readiness.
5k Test Records
Longer steady-state efforts that build endurance and mental toughness, tracked alongside the 2k as a season-long motivational tool.
Team Metrics
Crew-wide averages and totals that show how the squad stacks up across boats and give athletes a target to chase in daily training.
Record Holders
Concept 2 erg scores reflect hours of winter training and fall sprint pieces. Updated splits are shared with the team to recognize top performers and encourage the rest of the roster to push their own times.
| Distance | Category | Record Holder | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,000m | Men's Open | Check with coaching staff The College of Charleston Crew Team carries on a long-standing tradition of collegiate rowing along the waterways of the Lowcountry, where the Ashley River and the Charleston Harbor set the daily stage for early morning practices and weekend travel. The program welcomes students from every major, including those drawn from the sciences, humanities, and arts, uniting them through a shared commitment to the sport. As a club sport, the team reflects the wider College of Charleston community while competing at a regional and national level against established programs. Rowers and coxswains train on the water in shells ranging from singles and doubles to pairs, fours, and eights, building the technical and aerobic foundation that defines the sport. Off the water, athletes log significant time on indoor ergometer machines, using standardized test pieces to measure progress and readiness for competition. This balance of technical boat work and structured indoor training prepares novices and experienced rowers alike for the demands of spring racing and the longer fall season. The team competes throughout the southeast, traveling to regattas hosted by schools such as Clemson, Georgia, North Carolina, Duke, Vanderbilt, and Texas, as well as larger championship events like SIRA and the Head of the Hooch. These events gather crews from across the region and beyond, offering the chance to race on open water courses and against a wide variety of programs. Participation at this level has helped the team bring medals home and establish a competitive reputation within collegiate club rowing. Family and alumni involvement remain central to the culture of the program, with parents, graduates, and friends contributing time, equipment, and encouragement throughout the season. Former rowers and professors, including longtime faculty members associated with the team, have helped shape its identity over the years. The crew team’s presence on campus is reinforced through social channels and gallery highlights, where the broader College of Charleston community can follow regatta results, training updates, and the everyday rhythm of life at the boathouse. From borrowed equipment and modest beginnings to a roster that now fields a full novice and varsity squad, the College of Charleston Crew Team continues to grow as a recognizable presence in southeastern collegiate rowing. Members describe the experience as a family built around early mornings, shared miles on the ergs, and the simple satisfaction of placing a well-driven shell on the water. The program invites interested students to learn more, speak with coaches, and discover what it means to pull an oar for the College of Charleston. |
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| 2,000m | Women's Open | Check with coaching staff | — |
| 5,000m | Men's Open | Check with coaching staff | — |
| 5,000m | Women's Open | Check with coaching staff | — |
Current record holders and times are maintained by the coaching staff. Reach out to verify the latest results.
Why It Matters
Erg rankings give the team a shared language for fitness. Times translate directly into boat speed, so a faster 2k on the erg often shows up as a stronger seat on the water at the next regatta.
- Sets measurable goals for both experienced rowers and novices.
- Builds accountability across the squad during the off-season.
- Helps coaches match athletes to boats based on tested power.
For background on the athletes behind the numbers, see the Roster page, or learn more about the program on the About page.