Rhode Island's women's rowing team successfully advanced all three boats to the D Finals at the 2026 NCAA Women's Rowing Championship at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. The competition began earlier than scheduled due to weather concerns, with the Rams achieving strong performances against teams like Massachusetts. Despite finishing in fifth place in all their heats, the times recorded by the Varsity 8+, Second Varsity 8+, and Varsity 4+ boats were program bests. In the afternoon semifinals, the Second Varsity 8+ finished fourth, advancing to the D Finals alongside the other two boats.

By the Numbers
  • Varsity 8+ recorded a time of 6:28.097 (fifth place).
  • Second Varsity 8+ clocked in at 6:36.801 (fifth place).
  • Varsity 4+ finished with a time of 7:14.151 (fifth place).
  • Second Varsity 8+ secured fourth place in the semifinals, finishing in 6:44.701.
State of Play
  • All three Rhode Island boats are confirmed to compete in the D Finals on Sunday.
  • The Varsity 8+ narrowly missed advancement after a fifth-place finish in the semifinals.
  • Weather changes resulted in adjustments to the race schedule, impacting the initial competition timeline.
What's Next

The Rams will prepare for the D Finals scheduled for Sunday morning, aiming to improve upon their previous performances and secure better placements. The results of these finals will determine the team's final standing in the championship.

Bottom Line

The Rhode Island women's rowing team has demonstrated resilience and competitiveness throughout the NCAA Championship, with all boats advancing to the finals. Their record times highlight a solid performance, setting a strong foundation for further success in upcoming races.