WELLESLEY, Mass. – Wellesley College crew recent graduate Hannah Bates (Fair haven, N.J.) has been selected to the 2026 Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA) All-America Second Team.

Bates helped lead the Blue to the NCAA Division III Championship this year and rowed in the Varsity Eight (V8+) boat at the championship in Gainesville, Ga. Bates also guided Blue Crew to a NEWMAC Conference title, the third in her four years with the team.

Each year the coaches of the CRCA recognize the outstanding student athletes in each Division. Wellesley has now received 28 All-Americans honors since the 2005-06 season. 

Student-athletes must have rowed at least 75% of the season's races in the varsity boat and be nominated by the institution. Criteria considered for selection also includes: boat performance, nomination rank, coach's comments, individual achievements, and 2k erg score.

The Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association works to promote a positive collegiate rowing experience by fostering a diverse and inclusive community of coaches that value their professional development and promoting equity & leadership within the sport. The CRCA serves as the voice and advocate for its members, in order to grow and promote excellence in collegiate women's rowing.