During her swimming career in high school she was a three-time team MVP, MIAA Division 2 state qualifier, and co-captain for the 2018–19 season.

[4] Harper made her international debut for the United States at the 2022 World Rowing Championships in the PR3 Mixed coxed four event.

[5] On July 2, 2023, she was selected to represent the United States at the 2023 World Rowing Championships.

[6] She won a silver medal in the PR3 Mixed coxed four event with a time of 7:25.01.

[8][9] Harper was involved in a tubing accident on the Connecticut River in 2015 when the tow rope almost severed her left leg, leaving her with permanent damage and no feeling in that limb.