Santiago Fernandez (rower)
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Santiago Fernandez-Febles (born February 10, 1966 in Cuba) was a former rower for the Cuba national team.
Santiago Fernandez-Febles was born February 10, 1966 in Havana Cuba. Son of Dr. Berta Febles-Palacios and Dr. Santiago Fernandez-Oviedo.
Santiago's career started at a very young age. He was accepted into EIDE Martires de Barbado, a school for athletes, from 1978 to 1980. During his studies at EIDE, he participated in several award winning National and International competitions.
In 1981 he was accepted into ESPA Nacional, a graduate school for young athletes. During his time in ESPA, Santiago Fernandez-Febles competed in several Pan American, National and International competitions earning countless medals. Upon graduation from ESPA Nacional, he was accepted into the Cuban National Rowing Team, participating in doubles, quadruples and eight men crew. Santaigo earned a total 11 gold, 8 silver and 3 bronze medals during his career.
Santiago Fernandez-Febles graduated from Instituto Superior de Cultura Fisica, Manuel Fajardo, in Havana Cuba in 1987, where he earned his degree.
After retirement, he accepted the position of Trainer for the Cuban National Women's Rowing Team. He defected to the United States during a European Exhibition in 2001, where he now resides.
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