8 June 2023

In a press release yesterday, Leander Club in Henley-on-Thames announced a new sponsorship deal with Colgan Foundation, which will be starting immediately and continuing for five years. This partnership is targeted directly at the Leander rowing programme, supporting the development of our young rowers in their search for personal improvement and for international success.

“Colgan Foundation is a nonprofit foundation founded in 1995 by noted former American rower and international coach Sean P. Colgan to support efforts in conservation, education, athletics, and mentorship around the world. The Foundation endorses the sport of rowing in particular because it teaches fundamental talents of success in life,” the press release reads.

Sean Colgan, who has been a member of Leander Club since 2005, said in a comment: “The goal of Colgan Foundation is to assist young people to reach their full potential. Excellence in an endeavor like rowing can easily translate into excellence in other areas of life like business, medicine, etc. Winners are always winners.”

Mike Sweeney, Leander Club president, said: “The objectives of Leander Club and of Colgan Foundation are a perfect match. Both organisations seek to promote individual development and to encourage the search for excellence. I am very much looking forward to working with Colgan Foundation during the next five years.”