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Rowing Secures 3V8+ Win Over Michigan State in Saturday Regatta
4/4/2026 2:53:00 PM | Women's Rowing
Eastern topped Michigan State in race for first time since 2018
Complete Results (PDF)
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) -- The Eastern Michigan University women's rowing squad made program history Saturday, April 4, at the EMU Rowing Course at Ford Lake as the Eagles' 3V8+ claimed a wire-to-wire victory over Michigan State University—the first time EMU has beaten the Spartans in any event since 2018.
Michigan State responded by taking the last three races, but the breakthrough result signals continued growth for the Eagles as they approach the stretch run of the spring.
The regatta began with the 3V8+, where Eastern Michigan surged ahead off the line and maintained its lead through the final strokes. The Eagles crossed in 8:19.9, fending off a late push from Michigan State, who finished in 8:21.7. The 1.8-second margin was the tightest of the day and marks a significant milestone for EMU's developing depth—a direct testament to the squad's focus and internal competition.
Michigan State showed its experience in the remaining races. In 2V8+ action, the Spartans set the pace early and posted 7:47.7, while Eastern Michigan finished in 8:08.5. The 1V8+ featured a similar script, as Michigan State's top eight clocked 7:10.7 ahead of the Eagles' 7:33.3. The 1V4+ event included two Spartan entries, with EMU's crew (8:59.8) placing third behind Michigan State's 1V4 and 2V4 boats.
Eastern Michigan's results reflect key progress against a major-conference opponent. The historic 3V8+ victory signals a rise in roster depth, while the varsity eights and fours establish clear performance targets as EMU prepares for the championship phase of the season.
RESULTS
Full results linked here.
Women's 1V8+
1. Michigan State – 7:10.7
2. Eastern Michigan – 7:33.3
Women's 2V8+
1. Michigan State – 7:47.7
2. Eastern Michigan – 8:08.5
Women's 1V4+
1. Michigan State (1V4) – 8:33.0
2. Michigan State (2V4) – 8:45.1
3. Eastern Michigan – 8:59.8
Women's 3V8+
1. Eastern Michigan – 8:19.9
2. Michigan State – 8:21.7
LINEUPS
Varsity 8+ (Velocitas, Orange Oars)
Cox: Reyna Nyquist
8: Abbi Lauth
7: Gabby Charvat
6: Bryah Moriarty
5: Natalie Prairie
4: Sydney Junkans
3: Ellie Latunski
2: Olivia Hansen
1: Megan Sherry
Second Varsity 8+ (Wetherbee, Purple Oars)
Cox: Hazel Bown
8: Stella Balcom
7: Lilly Kline
6: Brooke Parisi
5: Brooke Karesh
4: Cierra Rexrode
3: Helena Lehr
2: Ella Sterling
1: Campbell Moore
Varsity 4+ (Kido, Red Oars)
Cox: Tatum Nettle
4: Abigail Zola
3: Madison Lisitsin
2: Jemma Rasmusen
1: Eleanor Kissel
Third Varsity 8+ (Foxy, Blue Oars)
Cox: Ella Brzezinski
8: Kendall Moore
7: Adeline Horter
6: Lydia Risser
5: Lauren Tompkins
4: Adrianne Latunski
3: Kendall Moore
2: Hannah Brunton
1: Sydney Fazekas
UP NEXT
Eastern Michigan next travels to the Knecht Cup in Cherry Hill, N.J., April 11-12, for its first test against a multi-team field this spring. The regatta will provide a valuable yardstick as the Eagles continue building toward the MAC Championship at home.
Be sure to follow EMU Rowing on Twitter and Instagram for behind-the-scenes coverage and updates throughout the spring.
