NEW YORK – Columbia Athletics is proud to announce the documentary film The Boat House: Columbia University Rowing will debut on ESPNU Thursday, May 10 at 6:00 p.m. with repeat broadcasts to follow. The hour-long film features a behind-the-scenes look at Columbia's 2016 lightweight IRA National Championship.

On Wednesday, April 25, Columbia hosted the world premiere on campus in Miller Theatre.

Presented by Bombo Sports & Entertainment, filmmaker Paul Doyle and producer Bob Potter chronicled the Lions' quest to become the first Columbia varsity eight boat to win a national title since 1929. After medaling the previous two seasons (bronze in 2014, silver in 2015), hopes were high heading into the 2016 campaign, but the crown did not come without obstacles.

"First of all, I would like to start by thanking a very special and dedicated alumnus, Dean Dakolias '89SEAS, who believed in our program and supported the creation of this documentary," stated head coach Nich Lee Parker . "I'd also like to thank Bob Potter, Paul Doyle and the entire Bombo Sports team for the incredible work they did in filming and producing our story."

"Our group knows how much work went into winning that national championship. Having a documentary that captured it all for the entire Columbia Rowing family to see is truly special. Also, we look forward to the opportunity to promote and grow our sport on a national-level thanks to ESPNU's commitment to air the film."

For more information, please contact athleticsmarketing@columbia.edu.

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Thursday, May 10 – 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 13 – 10:00 p.m.

Monday, May 14 - 6:00 p.m.