The University of Texas at Austin Athletics
2019-20 Rowing Roster
Roster
Cothern, McKayla

McKayla Cothern
- Position:
- Port
- Height:
- 5-7
- Class:
- Freshman
- High School:
- Dripping Springs
- Hometown:
- Dripping Springs, Texas
- Major:
- English
Bio
- 2021 Academic All-Big 12 Team (first team)
AS A SOPHOMORE (2021)
- Rowed at the two-seat in the Third Varsity 8+ A in the 2021 Longhorn Invite, finishing first in heats (6:48.75) to advance to the A Finals, finishing first overall (6:36.37).
Before Texas
Attended Dripping Springs High School in Dripping Springs, Texas … graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Why Texas?
“Texas has always been my dream school. I couldn't picture myself anywhere else.”
What led you to pursue rowing and what do you love most about it?
“I started rowing through CrossFit during my freshman year of high school. I love being part of a team and the feeling of actually going somewhere on the water.”
Personal
- Parents are Steven and Kathryn Cothern
- Has one sister, Kassidy, and one brother, Jaxson
- Began rowing at the age of 18
- Majoring in English
- Enjoys exploring Austin, reading, dancing, attending live theater productions, and sleeping in