Cal Poly Humboldt's women's rowing team has been recognized as the GNAC Crew of the Week for the second time this season after delivering a commanding performance at the Northwest Collegiate Rowing Championships. The Varsity 8+ crew finished first in their race with a time of 7:08.03, outperforming the second-place team by over 11 seconds. This win solidifies Humboldt's reputation among the top Division II rowing programs in the nation, maintaining their No. 1 ranking in the latest CRCA poll.

By the Numbers
  • The Varsity 8+ crew finished the Northwest Collegiate Rowing Championships in 7:08.03.
  • They finished 11 seconds ahead of the runner-up, Central Oklahoma, which recorded a time of 7:19.78.
State of Play
  • Cal Poly Humboldt remains ranked No. 1 in the CRCA Women's Division II Poll, holding the top spot in four out of seven polls this season.
  • The team has received three first-place votes in the latest poll.
What's Next

The Lumberjacks will compete at the WIRA Championships in Gold River (Lake Natoma) this Saturday and Sunday, aiming to defend their top status and continue their winning streak.

Bottom Line

Humboldt's continued success reinforces their dominance in women's rowing at the Division II level, raising expectations for their upcoming competitions and showcasing the team's growth and performance under head coach Matt Weise.