Seattle Pacific University women's rowing team begins their 2024 season at the PLU Invitational in Lakewood, Wash., on Saturday at 8:30 a.m., with two races scheduled to assess strengths and areas for improvement.

The Big Picture

The Falcons, coming off a successful 2023 season with a third-place finish at NCAA Nationals, are gearing up under head coach Caitlin McClain for a challenging 2024 schedule.

By the Numbers
  • SPU finished third in the V8+ with a time of 7:21.967 and fourth in the V4+ with 8:23.18 at NCAA Nationals in 2023.
  • The team's 2024 schedule includes six regattas, with notable events such as the Windermere Cup and NCAA Nationals in Bethel, Ohio.
State of Play
  • SPU is predicted to finish third in the GNAC Women's Rowing Preseason Coaches Poll and holds the second spot in the CRCA 2024 Pocock Preseason Coaches Poll.
  • The team's focus on front-end connection and drive initiation reflects their dedication to continuous improvement and competitiveness in the upcoming season.
What's Next

With an intense schedule ahead, including key regattas and championships, SPU aims to build on their successes from the previous season and secure another strong performance at NCAA Nationals.

Bottom Line

Seattle Pacific University women's rowing team prepares for a challenging 2024 season, seeking to leverage past achievements for a successful run at upcoming regattas and championships.