The MIT women's openweight crew first varsity eight has been recognized with an honorable mention for the Patriot League Boat of the Week for the week of April 21, 2026. They secured the MIT/BC Cup, finishing just 2.5 seconds behind UMass in a competitive race against teams including Boston College and UConn. This marks the second consecutive season that MIT has won this prestigious cup, having previously triumphed in 2022. Their next race will be against Bates College, which will be pivotal as they head toward the Patriot League Women's Rowing Championship.

By the Numbers
  • MIT finished 2.5 seconds behind UMass with a time of 6:32.0.
  • The Engineers had a 2.8-second advantage over third-place Boston College.
State of Play
  • MIT has won the MIT/BC Cup in consecutive seasons.
  • The Engineers are preparing for their final race before the Patriot League Women's Rowing Championship.
What's Next

MIT will race against Bates College in Lewiston, Maine, before heading into the 2026 Patriot League Women's Rowing Championship on May 15, where the winner receives an automatic berth to the NCAA Championship.

Bottom Line

With consistent performance and recognition from the Patriot League, MIT's crew team is positioning itself strongly for upcoming championships, making this weekend鈥檚 race crucial for their momentum.