Stanford Women's Rowing team finished as national runner-up at the 2026 NCAA Championships in Gainesville, Georgia, earning its sixth consecutive top-two finish. The Cardinal secured their fourth straight national title in the Second Varsity Eight, setting a new championship record of 5:52.905, significantly faster than the previous record. However, they fell short in the team standings, finishing with 125 points behind Texas, who won the team title with 130 points. Despite a fifth-place finish in the Varsity Four earlier in the day, Stanford remains a dominant force in collegiate rowing with consistent excellence over recent seasons.

By the Numbers
  • Stanford secured its fourth consecutive NCAA title in the Second Varsity Eight.
  • Texas won the team title with 130 points, Stanford had 125 points, and Tennessee finished third with 119 points.
State of Play
  • Stanford's Second Varsity Eight claimed victory, reinforcing its strong competitive legacy.
  • The team has now achieved six consecutive seasons of being in the top two at national championships.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Stanford is poised to continue its successful run both in the Atlantic Coast Conference and at national competitions, where they will aim to secure another boat national title and reclaim the team championship next season.

Bottom Line

Stanford's impressive season reflects a tradition of excellence, but the narrow loss to Texas in the team standings adds urgency for next year, as the Cardinal strive to reclaim the top championship title they seek.