The Saint Joseph's men's rowing team showcased strong performances at the Occoquan Invitational, with all three boats reaching the Grand Finals. The Varsity 8 team narrowly missed first place, finishing just 0.2 seconds behind Marist for a silver medal finish. The 2nd and 3rd Varsity 8 boats placed fourth in their respective Grand Finals, contributing to a competitive outing overall.

By the Numbers
  • Varsity 8 finished with a time of 5:36.5, just 0.2 seconds shy of gold.
  • 2nd Varsity 8 clocked in at 6:03.3, placing fourth.
  • 3rd Varsity 8 completed their race in 6:13.0, also securing fourth place.
State of Play
  • All three Saint Joseph's boats advanced to their Grand Finals.
  • The Varsity 8 has consistently shown improvement, edging closer to first place finishes.
  • Next up, the Hawks aim to maintain momentum against Bucknell on April 18th.
What's Next

The Hawks will prepare for a highly anticipated match against Bucknell, aiming to leverage their recent performance to secure victories on the Schuylkill River.

Bottom Line

The Saint Joseph's men's rowing team is on an upward trajectory, demonstrated by their competitive finishes at the Occoquan Invitational, setting a promising stage for their upcoming races.