Navy's women's rowing team earned the Patriot League Boat of the Week honors following a strong performance at the Lake Wheeler Invitational. Competing against four nationally-ranked teams, the first varsity eight crew secured wins over Boston College, Georgetown, Kansas, and Villanova in a series of races. They recorded impressive times, finishing with their best at 6:37.81, and showcased depth and speed across all heats. This recognition marks the second time this spring the team has garnered the Boat of the Week title.

By the Numbers
  • Navy finished with a time of 6:37.81 in their fastest race of the weekend.
  • The team beat Kansas by 5.71 seconds and Boston College by 4.49 seconds in respective heats.
State of Play
  • Navy's V8+ is currently preparing for the Patriot League Championship after focusing on academics.
  • The championship regatta is scheduled for May 15 in Pennsauken, New Jersey.
What's Next

The team will shift focus to academics over the next two weeks before competing for an automatic NCAA Championship berth at the upcoming league regatta.

Bottom Line

As Navy's women's rowing team looks ahead to the championship, their recent wins signal a strong potential for a successful postseason, emphasizing the importance of both athletic and academic commitments.