Alex Ramsay ‘05, a native of Oakland, CA, who did his high school rowing in fours at Groton, was elected to lead the Yale lightweight crew in 2004 - 2005. Alex was the seven seat in the undefeated freshman eight that won the Sprints in 2002. In his sophomore year, he was seven seat in the 2V that won the silver medal at the Sprints. The seven-seat trend continued in the fall of 2003, when he rowed there in the Head of the Charles eight that was the fastest collegiate lightweight entry in the regatta. Unfortunately, Alex injured his knee over Christmas Break, requiring surgery that ended his junior year campaign. His power was missed in 2004. Despite being unable to row in 2004, Alex was an active member of the team, helping out as coach and coxswain when necessary. One thing’s for sure: there’s no one more eager to return to the Housatonic in September.