Cal Poly Humboldt Rowing made a powerful start at the 2026 NCAA Division II Rowing Championships, successfully advancing both its Varsity 8+ and Varsity 4+ boats to the Grand Finals. The Varsity 8+ secured second place in their heat with a time of 6:53.504, while the Varsity 4+ dominated their heat, finishing in 7:43.087. This performance keeps the Lumberjacks' hopes for national titles alive as they prepare to compete against strong crews in the finals later this afternoon.

By the Numbers
  • Varsity 8+ finished second in Heat 2 with a time of 6:53.504.
  • Varsity 4+ won Heat 2 with the fastest time of 7:43.087.
State of Play
  • Both the Varsity 8+ and Varsity 4+ boats have advanced to the Grand Finals.
  • Humboldt's competitors in the finals include Western Washington, Embry-Riddle, and Thomas Jefferson University.
What's Next

The Lumberjacks will compete for national titles in both the Varsity 8+ and Varsity 4+ races later today, with the finals scheduled for early afternoon.

Bottom Line

Humboldt’s strong performances in the heats have set the stage for a potential championship victory, showcasing both talent and determination at the NCAA Rowing Championships.