Garbutt Adds 4 on National Signing Day

IOWA CITY, Iowa – University of Iowa women’s rowing coach Jeff Garbutt announced on Monday that Tilly Foreman, Cecilia Fowler, Lily Gater and Kadyn Tierney signed a scholarship agreement to attend the University of Iowa.

Tilly Foreman | Fleet, UK (Shiplake College)
• Won silver in the coxed fours at National Schools

Why Iowa
“I wanted to be a Hawkeye because I love the vibe the team brings and how welcoming everyone is. Iowa City is a fantastic college town with everything you would want as a student.”

Cecilia Fowler | Wilmette, Ill. (New Trier)
• Placed 10th at Head of the Charles Regatta Women’s Youth eights junior year
• Placed 3rd at Scholastic Nationals Women’s varsity eight junior year
• Placed 14th at Youth Nationals Women’s Youth eight junior year
• Placed 6th at Head of the Charles Regatta Women’s Youth eights senior year

Why Iowa
“I decided to be a Hawkeye because of the immediate sense of community that I felt when I first visited campus. I love all the different traditions at Iowa especially the children’s hospital wave.”

Lily Gater | Windsor, England (Claire’s Court)
• 3rd placement at Wallingford Regatta junior year
• Quarter final appearance at Henley Royal Regatta junior year
• Made the A final at National Schools junior year

Why Iowa
“I stepped onto campus and loved the location and student life. I also felt that Iowa had a lot of support services for their students!”

Kadyn Tierney | Denver, Iowa (Waukee Northwest)
• 2x Varsity Swimmer and Wrestler

Why Iowa
“Iowa has an amazing community and school spirit that immediately stood out to me. When I visited the campus, I got what everyone calls “the feeling” that when you know, you know. Iowa has everything I’m looking for: great people, strong academics, and unmatched sports energy! Go Hawks!”

Jeff Garbutt on Signees
“We are excited about the four young women we have coming in! Each athlete is going to bring great energy and competitive spirit to the team. These athletes have shown their drive to continue to build the program and grow as competitors. Each of their unique talents will bring new dimensions to the team and they will make an immediate impact when they join us next fall. Go Hawks!”