Who We Are

The Red Fox Navy is the formal organization which represents the Marist College Rowing program. Established in 2018, we represent alumni rowers, family and friends from the program inception in 1962 right up through our current classes!

The Red Fox Navy acts first and foremost as a tool for engaging with our many generations of exceptional alumni and families keeping them updated and active in our thriving Marist Rowing family and community

Since its inception, the Red Fox Navy has raised approximately $150,000 to date with approximately 200 members – and growing! Our support allows the Coaches to continue to purchase the latest in equipment technology. In addition to the shells and the blades, the team can invest in the latest in training equipment, such as state-of the art training ergs and recently, a heart-rate monitoring system for the entire team. Red Fox Navy support also enables the teams to expand their travel opportunities for both regattas and training.

Working closely with the Alumni/Advancement, Athletic and the Marketing & Communications Departments, our primary function is to provide financial support to the Marist Rowing program. Additional support is provided through on-going Alumni engagement and supporting and attending team regattas throughout the year. The Red Fox Navy has also represented the College by rowing annually in the prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, MA.

Our annual marquis event is our Alumni Rowing Day, always held at the Cornell/Martin Boathouse complex on the Marist campus. Always held on the third Saturday in September, it’s open to all alumni, family, and friends of the program.

RFN Mission Statement

We will recognize and celebrate the legacy of all past Marist Rowers while uniting to provide superior support to the current Marist Rowing program. The Red Fox Navy will continue to provide annual financial support, Alumni engagement and proudly promote the Marist College brand image.

RFN Vision Statement

The Red Fox Navy will be regarded as the “Gold Standard” for Alumni organizations within Collegiate US Rowing. Our on-going commitment and leadership will ensure the success of future generations of Marist College Rowing and its Alumni.