North Suburban Crew (NSC) is a non-profit 501(c)3 rowing club for women and girls in Chicago’s north suburbs. NSC celebrates the competitive and collaborative aspects of women’s athletics.

The Juniors (grades 7-12) practice in the mornings and compete in sculling (2 oars per person) and sweep rowing (one oar per person) at the local and regional levels during the spring and fall seasons.

The Masters row in the morning and compete in sweep rowing at the local and national levels during the spring, summer, and fall seasons.

Please browse through our website for more information on the opportunities we offer.

Mission:

Our mission at North Suburban Crew is to promote national and international amateur rowing programs for women athletes of all ages and identities. Master and junior rowers are provided the opportunity, and are coached to participate at the highest levels of competitive rowing. North Suburban Crew provides rowing instruction for all ability levels through positive coaching. We encourage leadership, support effective teamwork and personal growth, all while improving overall health and fitness. Through the sport of rowing, teammates gain confidence and build trust with one another in a safe and fun environment

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement:

North Suburban Crew embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We reject racism and discrimination of any kind. We aim to be an agent of change in our community.

Board of Directors

President: Kathy Saitelbach

Treasurer: Mark MacDonald

Secretary: Elizabeth Smoliga

VP Masters: Marcia Krause

VP Juniors: Stacey Blasko

At-Large: Reaney Kunkler & Penny Lanphier