Senior Jessica Kammen (2d from the right) signs with the Fordham Rams as her family, (left to right) sister, Angela, father, David, and mother, Peggy look on. Also on hand was head coach Mary Jordan, Head of School, Dr. Tom Curry, Director of Instruction, Stephen Crooker, and athletic director Bill Simmons.
Jessica Kammen, a senior at Bishop Ireton, has inked a national letter of intent with Fordham University to row next fall. Kammen is a four-year veteran of the Cardinals’ rowing program. She is the daughter Mr. and Mrs. David Kammen of Alexandria, Virginia.
At Fordham, Kammen will row for veteran Coach Ted Bonnano, who has produced 17 national champion crews in his 25 years at the helm for the Rams. “We strive to recruit rowers that are both excellent students and athletes.” commented Coach Bonnano of the signing. “Jessica’s academic success and experience as a stroke and team captain at Bishop Ireton provides her with the background that will enhance her success at Fordham. We are thrilled to have her join our team.”
The Cardinals new head coach, Mary Jordan was excited about the news. “I am thrilled for Jessica and I know she will continue to excel as a student, an athlete, and a leader. Go Rams!”
The Ireton senior was excited for the big day as well. “I want to thank my parents, Bishop Ireton, my teachers, my teammates, and my coaches for helping get to where I am today.”
Kammen was the second Cardinal to sign an NCAA national letter of intent during this fall and her signing continues a string of Ireton rowers continuing on to compete at the highest levels of college competition. Nine Cardinals joined college programs this past fall with scholarships.
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