The River Bowl Classic (RBC) is more than a race – it’s a movement. Founded and led by Black community leadership in Oklahoma City, RBC is the first and only Black-led, Black-centered rowing event in the nation.
Set on the waters of the Oklahoma River, this groundbreaking event redefines tradition and uses rowing – a sport where Black representation is historically less than 2% – as a powerful catalyst for community, culture, and change.
The 4th annual RBC is set to take place on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at RIVERSPORT. Save the date !
THE HISTORY
The River Bowl Classic was founded by Shawntay Alexander – a social worker, advocate, and proud Star Spencer alumna – as a bold and visionary response to the times. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the national reckoning sparked by the murder of George Floyd, communities across the country were searching for healing, connection, and hope. Alexander asked a powerful question: What if we created a Reunion around the river?…