The No. 9 California women's rowing team secured a strong performance at the Big Ten Invitational at Lake Natoma, finishing second in the varsity eight (V8+) flight with a time of 6:12.222, trailing only No. 1 Stanford. Over the two-day regatta, Cal recorded multiple top-three finishes, outperforming rivals No. 12 Rutgers and No. 17 Michigan. The Bears achieved noteworthy victories on Day 1, including wins against No. 23 Indiana and Minnesota. Their upcoming challenge is The Big Row on May 2, marking the end of the regular season.

By the Numbers
  • Cal's V8+ finished second with 6:12.222, just behind Stanford's 6:08.982.
  • The second varsity four placed third, finishing at 7:11.035, less than three seconds behind Washington.
State of Play
  • Cal secured multiple third place finishes across various flights, showcasing depth in their roster.
  • Over the weekend, the Bears swept their morning sessions, establishing momentum for future races.
What's Next

Cal will shift focus to The Big Row on May 2 against Stanford, aiming to build on their strong performance from the invitational and finish the regular season on a high note.

Bottom Line

The Bears demonstrated competitive prowess at the Big Ten Invitational, positioning themselves as formidable contenders as they approach their final regatta of the season.