The UC San Diego men's rowing team showcased a strong performance at the San Diego Crew Classic over the weekend, competing in three categories: Varsity 8, 2nd Varsity 8, and 3rd Varsity 8. The Varsity 8 secured a third-place finish, clocking in at 6:27.632, while the 2nd Varsity 8 earned second place with a time of 6:42.699, closely trailing the University of San Diego's winning time of 6:38.973. The Tritons' 3rd Varsity 8 also finished second, completing the race in 6:56.817, just behind Gonzaga's 6:50.217.

By the Numbers
  • Varsity 8 finished third in the final with a time of 6:27.632.
  • 2nd Varsity 8 placed second with a time of 6:42.699, just behind USD's 6:38.973.
  • 3rd Varsity 8 also took second, logging 6:56.817 compared to Gonzaga's 6:50.217.
State of Play
  • UC San Diego performed well, winning both heat races on Saturday in the Varsity 8 and 2nd Varsity 8 categories.
  • The Tritons' performances indicate strong competitiveness in this early season event.
What's Next

Looking ahead, UC San Diego will participate in the Redwood Shores Invite from April 4-5, aiming to improve on their recent results.

Bottom Line

The Tritons demonstrated solid racing prowess at the San Diego Crew Classic, establishing a foundation for continued improvement and competitiveness as they head into upcoming events.