Central Oklahoma's women's rowing team is gearing up for the Division II Invite in Florida, competing against elite programs on Lake Minneola. The event, occurring this weekend, allows the Bronchos to gauge their performance against other top Division II teams, building momentum toward the championship season, according to head coach Luke Reynolds. Notable competitors include defending national champion Embry-Riddle and fellow strong teams from the Great Northwest Athletic Conference and the Sunshine State Conference. Currently, UCO is ranked No. 6 nationally, positioning them within a strong field of competitors. The team is also coming off a recent victory in the GNAC Varsity 8+ category.

By the Numbers
  • UCO is ranked No. 6 in the College Rowing Coaches Association poll.
  • Embry-Riddle and Cal Poly Humboldt hold the top two spots, both receiving three first-place votes.
State of Play
  • UCO's lineup for the Varsity 8+ includes Paige Ranney and Eva-Louisa Eschbach from last week's winning crew.
  • The team had a successful outing last weekend with the Varsity 4+ boat achieving two wins in Oklahoma City.
What's Next

Following the invite in Florida, UCO will head to Vancouver, Washington, for the Northwest Collegiate Rowing Championships later in April. The team will shift focus to the postseason leading up to the GNAC Championships on May 16 in California.

Bottom Line

This weekend's competition serves as a critical measure for UCO against top Division II rivals, setting the stage for postseason success and championship aspirations.