The UC San Diego men's rowing team competed in the second day of the IRA National Championship Regatta, finishing sixth in both the Varsity 8 and Second Varsity 8 semifinals. This marks the 10th consecutive season the Tritons have qualified for the event, with races taking place on Lake Natoma in California. The Varsity 8 crew, ranked No. 25 nationally, faced strong competition, including No. 13 Cornell, ultimately finishing with a time of 6:06.300. The Second Varsity 8 also faced tough opponents, completing their race in 6:20.800. Both teams will compete in fourth-level finals on Sunday morning.

By the Numbers
  • Varsity 8: UC San Diego finished with a time of 6:06.300, compared to Cornell's winning time of 5:52.030.
  • Second Varsity 8: Tritons recorded a time of 6:20.800, while Boston University won with a time of 5:56.710.
State of Play
  • UC San Diego will compete in the Varsity 8 and Second Varsity 8 fourth finals on Sunday morning.
  • Upcoming race times: Second Varsity 8 at 8:58 AM and Varsity 8 at 9:06 AM.
What's Next

As the Tritons approach the fourth-level finals, they will seek to improve their standings against competitors including Temple and La Salle in the Second Varsity 8, and La Salle and Drexel in the Varsity 8. Success in these finals could boost their national rankings and enhance their competitive profile.

Bottom Line

UC San Diego's consistent qualification for the IRA National Championship highlights the program's resilience and competitiveness in NCAA Division I rowing. As they prepare for the finals, a strong performance could solidify their standing and provide a platform for future successes.