Draft:Amel Younis
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Amel Younis | |
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| Nationality | American, Palestinian |
| Alma mater | Mercyhurst University |
Amel Younis is a lightweight rower from Boston, United States who represented State of Palestine.[1] in the lightweight single at the 2022 World Rowing Championships in Račice (Litoměřice District), Czech Republic and 2023 World Rowing Championships in Belgrade, Serbia.
In both world championships, Amel placed 26th place in the lightweight men's single[2]. He also placed 4th at the 2023 World Indoor Rowing Championships in Mississauga, Canada, in the lightweight men's category.[3]
Early Life & Education[edit]
Younis was born and raised in the United States. He started rowing in high school in Worcester, Massachusetts, at Doherty Memorial High School[4]. Younis later rowed at Mercyhurst University[5] and Riverside Boat Club[6]
Identity & Representation[edit]
Amel Younis is American (see Americans), as a descendent from both Palestinian and Irish (see Irish people) heritage.[7] [8] He was quoted stating the following reason for representing Palestine: “I always wanted to represent Palestine; that was always a dream of mine. My father was a refugee, my family members were refugees, and they had been through a lot in their lifetimes,” said Younis, who noticed a lack of Arab-American figures in sports, movies, and popular culture. “I'm in a unique position to be that guy I always wish that I saw. I see an opportunity for me to be that person for other Arabs, Arab-Americans, and Palestinians around the world.”[9][10]
Competitive Achievements[edit]
| Year | Competition | Location | Placing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | World Rowing Championships (Lightweight Men's Single) | Belgrade, Serbia | 26th |
| 2023 | World Indoor Rowing Championships (Lightweight Men) | Mississauga, Canada | 4th |
| 2022 | Head of the Charles (Lightweight Men's Double)[11] | Boston, Massachusetts | 1st |
| 2022 | World Rowing Championships (Lightweight Men's Single) | Racice, Czech Republic | 26th |
References[edit]
- ^ Amel Younis: Racing for Palestine at Worlds. row2k. [1], Retrieved September 23rd, 2023.
- ^ "Amel Younis - World Rowing Championships 2023 Results". World Rowing Championships 2023 Official Website. Retrieved [September 23rd, 2023].
- ^ "2023 World Rowing Indoor Championships Results". World Rowing Indoor Rowing Championships Official Website. Retrieved [September 24th 2023].
- ^ * "Doherty Alum Aims for Olympics". Worcester Public Schools. Retrieved [September 23rd, 2023].
- ^ "Former Mercyhurst Rower Competing at World Championships". HurstAthletics.com. Retrieved [September 23rd 2023].
- ^ "HPG Blog Update: Amel Younis on World Championships 2023 Preparations". Riverside Boat Club. Published August 24, 2023. Retrieved [September 23rd 2023].
- ^ "Amel Younis: Racing for Palestine at Worlds". row2k. Retrieved [September 23rd 2023].
- ^ "Amel Younis Rowing with the Palestinian Team". Amel Younis Rowing with the Palestinian Team. Retrieved [December 11th 2023].
- ^ "Younis and Grinberg Headed to Worlds". Rowing News. Published September 13, 2022. Retrieved [September 24th 2023].
- ^ "Amel Younis Rowing with the Palestinian Team". Facebook - CanArTVLive. Retrieved [September 23rd 2023].
- ^ Davis, Chip (October 24, 2022). "Record-Setting Conditions Highlights 2022 Head of the Charles Regatta". Rowing News.