Lenny Peters Foundation to Sponsor High Point Autumn Rowing Festival with $200,000 grant. International Crews will Race for Lenny Peters Cup
The Lenny Peters Cup & High Point Autumn Rowing Festival, presented by Bethany Medical
Key Information
Presenting Sponsor:
- The Lenny Peters Foundation & Bethany Medical are presenting sponsors with a $200,000 grant for the event. International Crews will race top USA boats for the Lenny Peters Cup
- Regatta Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location: 1841 Eastchester Drive, High Point, NC 27265
- Website: www.lennypeterscup.com
- Production quality: Youtube @lennypeterscup
- Social Media: Insta @lennypeterscup
Watch Live: Subscribe to Youtube @lennypeterscup
Why Cover the Lenny Peters Cup?
- High-Level Competition: USA V Top Olympians (selected based on World Rankings), High Point University, Duke University, University of Oxford (England), University of Edinburgh (Scotland)
- 85 Exciting Races: Thrilling competition between 1,000 rowers racing throughout the day in collegiate, high school, and Pro events.
- Unique Atmosphere: Experience the energetic atmosphere of international rowing regatta. Food trucks, Music, and a Dog Show!
- Photo and Video Opportunities: Capture stunning action shots and interviews.
- Engaging Storylines: Follow individual athletes and team rivalries.
Media Opportunities
- Press Credentials: We offer press credentials to media outlets to provide access to the regatta site, athletes, coaches, and event organizers.
- Interviews: Arrange interviews with athletes, coaches, and event organizers.
- Photo and Video Opportunities: Capture exclusive footage of the races and behind-the-scenes action.
- Live Streaming: Explore opportunities for live streaming the event to reach a wider audience.
Contact Information
- Gene Kininmonth
- Event Director
- genekininmonth@gmail.com
- (336) 257-9009
Athletes will be available for interviews throughout the event on race day and during the week prior. Athletes' names will be posted here upon selection.
Immediate Release: Olympic rowers from across the globe, NCAA collegiate rowing teams and more than 30 high school programs from surrounding states will compete for the Lenny Peters Cup and medals as part of the High Point Autumn Rowing Festival at Oak Hollow Lake’s Festival Park on Saturday, October 24.
The annual rowing regatta, presented by Bethany Medical & the Lenny Peters Foundation, generates an estimated $1.8 million in local economic impact for the city of High Point and the surrounding area. The event has been underwritten with sponsorship support of $200,000 from the Lenny Peters Foundation and Bethany Medical.
Team USA’s top American scullers will take on a World Team of Olympic rowers from several countries in a series of match races similar to the Ryder Cup in golf.
"We expect over 1,000 rowers and several thousand spectators at this year's regatta," said Gene Kininmonth, race director for the rowing event. “This annual event brings many of the world’s top rowers to the city of High Point, and we’re excited for spectators to watch this world-class field compete at Oak Hollow Lake.”
In addition to the races, food trucks and a beer garden called the Duck Bar will be available for spectators to enjoy. A best in show dog competition will also occur. Individuals are allowed to bring their dogs and enter for free, but they must be on leashes and not aggressive.
For a more upscale experience, spectators can enjoy watching the races from the VIP Regatta Lounge, which opens at 8 a.m. on the day of the event. The lounge fee includes coffee, pastries, hot lunch, champagne or a signature cocktail and the best view of the races. Tickets are available on a limited, first-come-first-served basis on the event website here.
