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Duke Rowing Recruit Spotlight: Audrey Kline
2/26/2021 11:57:00 AM | Rowing
DURHAM, N.C. – Head coach Megan Cooke Carcagno and the Duke rowing program are excited to announce the addition Audrey Kline, who will compete for the Blue Devils during the 2021-22 season.
A native of Seattle, Wash., Kline currently attends and competes as a coxswain for Holy Names Academy. She was elected team captain as a senior this season, and during her junior year she coxed Holy Names' Youth 4+ boat at the Head of the Charles Regatta. Kline also helped lead her crew to a seventh-place finish in the Women's Junior 8+ Cup at the Head of the Lake in 2019. During the summer following her sophomore year, she represented the Northwest region at USRowing's Olympic Development Program Camp.
Kline is a member of the National Honors Society. She has two sisters, Elena and Amelia, and is the daughter of James Kline and Christina Mastrangelo.
What is your favorite rowing memory?
AK: My favorite rowing memory was racing at Head of the Charles my junior year. Our 4+ was motivated to perfectly execute our race plan, and the bond we gained from that common goal allowed us to push beyond our expectations. Each one of us wanted the best result for one another. Our commitment to pushing for each other created such an empowering experience, and I know it will stick with me for a long time to come!
How did you get started in rowing?
AK: In the fall of my freshman year, I was looking for a new sport and heard a lot about the rowing team after they had won a Youth National Championship title the spring before. I joined our school's team intending to row and help secure another title, but my coach suggested that my size and desire to motivate my teammates may be a better fit for the coxswain seat. I decided to give it a try and quickly realized they were right!
Why did you choose to row for Duke?
AK: While I could list numerous reasons why I chose Duke, one reason that played a large role in my decision was the balance of academics and athletics. Duke offers the highest level of both as well as numerous programs, opportunities, and support for student-athletes that can't be found anywhere else. The strong sense of community also played a huge role in my decision, and I believe it is what really makes Duke stand out. After meeting the team and coaching staff, making the decision was easy. I knew I wanted to row for Duke. While watching a practice on the water, it was clear how close the team was and that every member was extremely motivated by one another. I remember someone describing the team as 'Family,' and I could tell that word described it perfectly. I can't wait to join this powerful group of girls and together contribute to the development and success of the team!
What impact do you plan to make in your four years?
AK: In my four years at Duke I hope to make an impact on both the success of the team and the team community. For years, the team has been building a legacy of motivation and speed. I hope to honor that by contributing to the development of the program with my individual knowledge and skill, but even more so by sharing that with other coxswains and teammates. At the end of my four years I want to look back and see that I gave everything I could to the team whether it was support, leadership, motivation, or all of the above. I've often heard the phrase 'Leave it better than you found it,' and even though I believe the team is already in a great place, I hope to find ways to do just that.
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A native of Seattle, Wash., Kline currently attends and competes as a coxswain for Holy Names Academy. She was elected team captain as a senior this season, and during her junior year she coxed Holy Names' Youth 4+ boat at the Head of the Charles Regatta. Kline also helped lead her crew to a seventh-place finish in the Women's Junior 8+ Cup at the Head of the Lake in 2019. During the summer following her sophomore year, she represented the Northwest region at USRowing's Olympic Development Program Camp.
Kline is a member of the National Honors Society. She has two sisters, Elena and Amelia, and is the daughter of James Kline and Christina Mastrangelo.
What is your favorite rowing memory?
AK: My favorite rowing memory was racing at Head of the Charles my junior year. Our 4+ was motivated to perfectly execute our race plan, and the bond we gained from that common goal allowed us to push beyond our expectations. Each one of us wanted the best result for one another. Our commitment to pushing for each other created such an empowering experience, and I know it will stick with me for a long time to come!
How did you get started in rowing?
AK: In the fall of my freshman year, I was looking for a new sport and heard a lot about the rowing team after they had won a Youth National Championship title the spring before. I joined our school's team intending to row and help secure another title, but my coach suggested that my size and desire to motivate my teammates may be a better fit for the coxswain seat. I decided to give it a try and quickly realized they were right!
Why did you choose to row for Duke?
AK: While I could list numerous reasons why I chose Duke, one reason that played a large role in my decision was the balance of academics and athletics. Duke offers the highest level of both as well as numerous programs, opportunities, and support for student-athletes that can't be found anywhere else. The strong sense of community also played a huge role in my decision, and I believe it is what really makes Duke stand out. After meeting the team and coaching staff, making the decision was easy. I knew I wanted to row for Duke. While watching a practice on the water, it was clear how close the team was and that every member was extremely motivated by one another. I remember someone describing the team as 'Family,' and I could tell that word described it perfectly. I can't wait to join this powerful group of girls and together contribute to the development and success of the team!
What impact do you plan to make in your four years?
AK: In my four years at Duke I hope to make an impact on both the success of the team and the team community. For years, the team has been building a legacy of motivation and speed. I hope to honor that by contributing to the development of the program with my individual knowledge and skill, but even more so by sharing that with other coxswains and teammates. At the end of my four years I want to look back and see that I gave everything I could to the team whether it was support, leadership, motivation, or all of the above. I've often heard the phrase 'Leave it better than you found it,' and even though I believe the team is already in a great place, I hope to find ways to do just that.
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