SMU rowing concluded its participation at the Sarasota 2K with notable performances, including an impressive win in the 2v4 "B" final. The Mustangs achieved a time of 7:41.54, outperforming multiple teams. However, in the "A" finals, they finished fifth in two events and sixth in two others, showcasing competitive efforts across the board. Their next competition will take them to Orlando for the UCF Invite on April 17-18.

By the Numbers
  • SMU won the 2v4 "B" final with a time of 7:41.54, finishing 4.14 seconds ahead of Drexel.
  • In the 1v8 "A" final, SMU placed fifth with a time of 6:53.39, finishing ahead of Iowa.
State of Play
  • SMU secured first place in the 2v4 "B" final, demonstrating strong competitive spirit.
  • In contrasting performance, the Mustangs faced tough competition in "A" finals, placing sixth in both the V4 and 2v8 events.
What's Next

The Mustangs will prepare to face off against several highly ranked teams at the UCF Invite, where further testing of their abilities is anticipated.

Bottom Line

Despite mixed results, SMU's performance at the Sarasota 2K reflects potential for improvement and growth, as they gear up for the upcoming UCF Invite 鈥 a pivotal event to continue building momentum.