Sport participation can be one of the single most empowering experiences of a woman’s life (Bolin & Granskog, 2000). This piece takes an auto-biographical look at the author’s collegiate rowing experience. This reflection serves as a reminder to all of us active in the fields of sport and women’s issues that great power can be derived from the simplest of moments. It teaches us that the lessons learned through athletic participation can carry great meaning into every aspect of our lives past, present, and future.