The No. 8 California women's rowing team concluded the NCAA Championships in Gainesville, Georgia, finishing eighth overall. This marks the program's 25th consecutive top-10 finish. The first varsity four emerged victorious in the petite final, while both the first and second varsity eights secured second and third places, respectively, in their petite finals. Cal's coach expressed pride in the team's performance despite falling short of higher expectations. The senior class left a strong legacy, and there's optimism for the returning athletes next season.

By the Numbers
  • First varsity four won the petite final with a time of 6:47.910.
  • First varsity eight placed second with a time of 5:57.723, just 1.496 seconds behind Washington.
State of Play
  • Cal's first varsity four took an early lead in their race and held off competition to win.
  • Both the first and second varsity eights faced tough competition but finished strong, with the second varsity eight just one second behind Michigan for second place.
What's Next

As the season concludes, focus turns to offseason training for returning athletes, aiming to build on this year's performance. The team will work to improve their positioning for next year's championships and continue their strong legacy.

Bottom Line

Despite not meeting all competitive goals, Cal's continued presence in the top ranks of collegiate rowing showcases resilience and a commitment to growth, setting the stage for future successes.