The California men's rowing team is set to compete with their fourth varsity eight at the San Diego Crew Classic this weekend. They will participate in the Men's Collegiate Varsity 8+ Cal Cup and the Men's Open 8+ Anderson Borthwick Memorial Trophy events. The preliminary heats begin Saturday morning, with finals scheduled for Sunday. The Bears currently rank No. 2 in the IRCA/IRA Men's Collegiate Rowing Preseason Coaches Poll and will face off against top crews from various West Coast universities.

By the Numbers
  • Cal's preliminary Cal Cup races begin at 10:24 a.m. PT on Saturday.
  • The A-Final for the Cal Cup takes place at 9:51 a.m. on Sunday.
State of Play
  • The Bears are competing against strong teams from UC Irvine, UCLA, USC, and more.
  • Last year, Cal's freshmen 8+ won the Cal Cup, showcasing the team's competitive edge.
What's Next

The Bears will aim to replicate last year's success and possibly defend their Cal Cup title, setting sights on strong performances in both competitions this weekend.

Bottom Line

As the Crew Classic remains a premier regatta, California's fourth varsity eight has the opportunity to gain valuable experience and aim for podium finishes, further establishing their program's stature in collegiate rowing.