The Portland Pilots Rowing team wrapped up their participation at the Triton Invite in Chula Vista, California, with the second varsity four achieving the team's highest finish, taking second place. Their time was 8:02.55, narrowly trailing the first-place Saint Mary's Gaels. The varsity eight secured a third-place finish with a time of 7:03.02, while both the second varsity eight and varsity four also finished third in their respective events. Next on the horizon for the Pilots is the 2026 WCC Championships, set for May 15-16 at Lake Natoma.

By the Numbers
  • Second varsity four finished in 2nd place with a time of 8:02.55.
  • Varsity eight completed the race in 3rd place with a time of 7:03.02.
  • Second varsity eight and varsity four also each finished in 3rd with times of 7:07.24 and 7:56.59, respectively.
State of Play
  • The Pilots demonstrated strong performance, finishing with multiple top-three placements.
  • The team is now preparing for the upcoming WCC Championships, aiming to build on their recent results.
What's Next

The Pilots will shift their focus to the WCC Championships in mid-May, where they will compete for a top finish and potential qualification for further competitions.

Bottom Line

Portland's solid performance at the Triton Invite sets a promising foundation for the WCC Championships. The team needs to continue building momentum and refine their strategies to maximize their chances for success in the upcoming races.