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Marcus McElhenney

Marcus McElhenney (left) says growing up in the area was key: "This competitive, in-your-face culture of Philadelphia breeds decent coxswains."
Marcus McElhenney (left) says growing up in the area was key: "This competitive, in-your-face culture of Philadelphia breeds decent coxswains."Read moreAPRIL SAUL / Inquirer Staff Photographer
    by Bob McGovern
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Event:

Rowing, Men's Eight Coxswain

Hometown:

Lansdowne, Pa.

Current Residence:

Princeton, N.J.

Date of Birth:

7/27/81

Height:

5'4"

Weight:

119

High School:

Monsignor Bonner

Undergraduate Education:

Temple University

Current Coach:

Gavin White, Mike Teti, Matt Imes

Statistics:

Finished fourth in the eight at the 2007 FISA World Championships ... Won bronze in the eight at the 2006 FISA World Championships ... Won gold in the eight in 1999, 2000 and 2003 for Temple University.

Personal:

Marcus enjoys running, reading and political activism ... He listens to rock, techno, and house music . .. Maria Callas is one of his favorite singers ... He is a Philadelphia Eagles and 76ers fan.

Source:

» READ MORE: www.USRowing.com

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