reputation as one of the most formidable rowing schools in the nation. The 2007–2008 team won an Ivy League championship title as well as a top-10 finish in the IRA Regatta. In 2008–2009, Brown documented a historic season, finishing second in the Champ 8 at the Head of the Charles, sweeping the heavyweight events at Eastern Sprints, placing third overall at Nationals, and capturing the Ladies' Plate Challenge Cup at the Henley Royal Regatta in London. Location and facilities Marston Boathouse The home of the Brown University Rowing Team is the Hunter S. Marston Boathouse. The boathouse was purchased by Brown University in 1966 with funds donated by Hunter S. Marston, and dedicated October 7, 1967. Previously, the facility had been used as a fish processing plant by the Saltesea Packing Company. The boathouse was modernized and renovated in 1994. The facility underwent a $1 million renovation by New England Construction in August 2008. In Summer 2018, The dock was rebuilt, extending into the river further and with new sections for launches. Beginning in the spring of 2020, a renovation of the interior of Marston Boathouse is underway, with the intention of providing enhanced spaces for indoor rowing and weightlifting, as well as new locker rooms, for years to come. Seekonk River The boathouse is located on the Seekonk River. Considered to be one of the tougher courses in the Ivy League, the Seekonk is known for its difficult rowing conditions, particularly heavy wind and waves, as well as a strong current. Many have attributed Brown's rowing success in part to the harsh conditions in which the team often practices. Honours Henley Royal Regatta References Brown Bears rowing