The Temple University men's crew team is heading to Lake Natoma, California, to compete at the IRA National Championships, marking its second consecutive season at this prestigious event. The competition begins on Friday, May 29, with both the first and second varsity eight boats facing off against top programs. Temple secured its place through impressive performances at the Dad Vail Regatta, finishing second in both categories. Racing continues through the weekend with semifinals on Saturday and finals on Sunday, where teams will vie for national recognition.

By the Numbers
  • Temple's Varsity 8 ranks 17th in the IRCA/IRA National Top 25 poll.
  • The Second Varsity 8 ranks 18th in the latest national poll released on May 22.
Yes, But

Competition will be fierce as Temple's boats face strong rivals like No. 1 Washington and No. 2 Princeton, highlighting the challenge of advancing in the heats.

State of Play
  • The Varsity 8 boat will race from lane 5 against notable competitors.
  • The Second Varsity will also start from lane 5, facing a similarly tough lineup.
What's Next

Advancement depends on the teams' performances in heats; both boats need to finish in the top three to qualify for the A/B semifinals, with finals during the weekend to follow.

Bottom Line

Temple's men's crew is poised for a challenging weekend, needing strong finishes in the heats to navigate towards potential finals and contend for national titles.