University of Minnesota Athletics
2020-21 Women's Rowing Roster
Amanda Russell
- Class:
- Junior
- Position:
- Varsity
- Height:
- 5-8
- High School:
- Mahtomedi High School
- Hometown:
- Mahtomedi, Minn.
2019-20 | SOPHOMORE SEASON
Took third place at the Head of the Mississippi (22:13.524) in the 4V8 • Season ended on March 12, 2020, when the Big Ten and NCAA announced they were ceasing competitions and championships because of COVID-19 public health concerns.
2018-19 | FRESHMAN SEASON
Competed on the Novice team • named Novice Team MVP • rowed in the 1N8 boat for the Head of the Mississippi, North Star Regatta, Cardinal Invitational, Big Ten Double Dual, Clemson Invite and the 2019 Big Ten Championships.
HIGH SCHOOL
Graduate of Mahtomedi High School • was on High Honor Roll every semester • National Honor Society member • earned five letters in lacrosse • All-Conference recipient in lacrosse in 2016, 2017 and 2018 • two-time All-Team MVP (2018, 2018) • Most Valuable Offensive Player in 2017 and 2018 • was named a captain for the 2017 and 2018 seasons • spent one year at the Minnesota Boat Club.
PERSONAL
Daughter of Tara and Steve Russell • lists greatest sports thrill as winning the conference championship in lacrosse during her senior year • enjoys yoga and cooking •majoring in human anatomy and physiology.
Took third place at the Head of the Mississippi (22:13.524) in the 4V8 • Season ended on March 12, 2020, when the Big Ten and NCAA announced they were ceasing competitions and championships because of COVID-19 public health concerns.
2018-19 | FRESHMAN SEASON
Competed on the Novice team • named Novice Team MVP • rowed in the 1N8 boat for the Head of the Mississippi, North Star Regatta, Cardinal Invitational, Big Ten Double Dual, Clemson Invite and the 2019 Big Ten Championships.
HIGH SCHOOL
Graduate of Mahtomedi High School • was on High Honor Roll every semester • National Honor Society member • earned five letters in lacrosse • All-Conference recipient in lacrosse in 2016, 2017 and 2018 • two-time All-Team MVP (2018, 2018) • Most Valuable Offensive Player in 2017 and 2018 • was named a captain for the 2017 and 2018 seasons • spent one year at the Minnesota Boat Club.
PERSONAL
Daughter of Tara and Steve Russell • lists greatest sports thrill as winning the conference championship in lacrosse during her senior year • enjoys yoga and cooking •majoring in human anatomy and physiology.
Head of the Mississippi Hype
Wednesday, October 08
Third Varsity Four Wins Again at B1G Invite
Monday, April 21
Second Novice Eight Wins at B1G Invite
Monday, April 21
First Varsity Four Wins at B1G Invite
Saturday, April 19
