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  • DCH Dragon Boat

    DCH Dragon Boat

    DCH Dragon Boat Racing, located in Queens, New York, is a formidable dragon boat racing team with its roots dating back to 1993 when it began as a men's crew. Over the years, DCH has maintained its competitiveness, evolving to include women, mixed, and junior crews. DCH Racing offers programs for men, women, mixed (co-ed), and juniors. Engaging in both national and international competitions, the club has participated in races in Hong Kong, Macau, Vancouver, Montreal, and has exciting plans for more trips in the future.

  • NYPD Dragon Boat Team

    NYPD Dragon Boat Team

    The NYPD Dragon Boat team consists of committed full-time NYC police officers who proudly showcase the city's best on the water. They have participated in different divisions throughout the US and Canada, competing in mixed, women's, and open categories. In addition to racing, the team actively engages in community activities, such as hosting the annual NYPD Youth Clinic during the summer. We thank the NYPD Dragon Boat Team for their service and for being ambassadors of the paddling communities.

  • Flushing Bank Dragons

    Flushing Bank Dragons

    “No Quit!

    1st Place: 2024 Corporate Invitational - HKDBF

    The Flushing Bank Dragons have proudly lived by this quote since their debut at the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York in 2016. With a team of more than 40 Flushing Bank employees from different branches and business units, they take on roles as paddlers, drummers, and steerers.

    “Each year our employees volunteer to join the Flushing Bank Dragons. They commit their time after work and on weekends to practice. Their dedication and commitment to teamwork is admirable. The Flushing Bank Dragons are fierce competitors and make us all proud. The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York is a wonderful cultural event that enables us to demonstrate our teamwork and support for the community, all while having some fun.” - John R. Buran President and CEO