The UMass rowing team is set to compete in the NCAA Championship for the first time since 2017, following their recent MAC Championship victory. A total of 22 schools from over 90 Division I programs nationwide will participate in this prestigious event in Gainesville, Georgia. Racing kicks off on Friday, featuring heats for the Varsity 8, Second Varsity 8, and Varsity 4. The team is aiming to perform their best in each race, hoping to qualify for the top finals on Sunday. UMass has a storied history, with previous appearances in 1997, 1998, 1999, 2014, 2015, and 2017.

By the Numbers
  • UMass has won 17 conference championships, including 16 in the Atlantic 10.
  • This marks UMass's seventh all-time NCAA Championship appearance.
State of Play
  • The Varsity 8, Second Varsity 8, and Varsity 4 boats are all racing on Friday.
  • The top three finishers from Friday heats will move on to the AB semifinals on Saturday morning.
What's Next

If UMass performs well, they could qualify for the A, B, C, or D finals on Sunday, potentially improving upon their historical performances from the late 1990s.

Bottom Line

UMass rowing is eager to showcase their skill at the NCAA Championship, striving to achieve top placements and strengthen their legacy in collegiate rowing.