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Sarasota Scullers Youth Rowing Program (Office 941-966-2244) 153 North Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 Head Coach Laura Corbett-Brown Seth Koplin - President (Cell 941-232-9021) *** Photos are available *** Sarasota Scullers Open New Indoor Rowing Training Center in Osprey Sarasota, FL- The Sarasota Scullers Youth Rowing Program held a grand opening for their new 2,000 square foot indoor training facility and clubhouse located in Osprey. This is one of the largest training centers dedicated to rowing in the South. The student-athletes and coaches of the Sarasota Scullers are very excited about the new space. “It is very being for a program like ours to have a facility like this,” stated Head Coach Laura Corbett-Brown, “Most college programs do not have such a nice indoor training space.” The center has new indoor rowing machines, weight training equipment, and offices. Scullers’ President Seth Koplin said, “We wanted the best of everything. Our student-athletes and coaches will benefit from using the quality equipment to train and be safe.” The Scullers recently won three categories at the State Championships held at Nathan Benderson Park. They are currently focused on the USRowing Southeast Youth Championships which will also be held at Nathan Benderson Park. Over 150 people turned out for the grand opening and ribbon cutting. The Sarasota Scullers are the oldest youth rowing program in Sarasota County. They offer year-round middle school, high school, and competitive masters programs. In addition to the new facility, they operate a boatyard on Casey Key at the Blackburn Point Park. ABOUT THE SARASOTA SCULLERS: The Sarasota Scullers are a 501c3 non-profit founded in 1991. Currently, the program has 5 coaches and approximately 75 student-athletes in middle & high school programs. The Scullers travel for regattas in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Massachusetts, Virginia, and California. Donations are always appreciated. Seth Koplin and Coach Laura are available for interviews. Photos from the grand opening are available.