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Knecht Cup
Rowing Racing at Knecht Cup Saturday and Sunday
4/9/2026 2:31:00 PM | Women's Rowing
Regatta is Eagles' lone road competition of the season
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YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) -- The Eastern Michigan University women's rowing team travels to Cherry Hill, N.J., for the Knecht Cup, April 11-12, on the Cooper River. One of the nation's largest collegiate regattas, the two-day event will provide a significant mid-season test against a deep national field.
THE SETTING:
The Knecht Cup will be contested on the renowned Cooper River course in Cherry Hill, N.J., Saturday-Sunday, April 11-12. The regatta annually draws more than 70 programs from across the country for a two-day schedule of racing.
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Event: Knecht Cup Regatta
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Dates: April 11-12, 2015
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Location: Cooper River, Cherry Hill, N.J.
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Note: One of the largest collegiate rowing competitions in the United States
MICHIGAN STATE RECAP, APRIL 4:
EMU made a significant breakthrough on April 4 at Ford Lake, highlighted by the 3V8+ boat's narrow 1.8-second victory over Michigan State—marking EMU's first win against the Spartans in any event since 2018. The Eagles led wire-to-wire in that race, showcasing improved depth and internal competition within the program. Although Michigan State went on to win the remaining three races (1V8+, 2V8+, and 1V4+), EMU's overall performance demonstrated clear progress against a strong opponent.
SEASON SO FAR:
EMU opened its spring slate at home against Michigan State April 4. The fall campaign included a strong showing at the Head of the Charles in Boston, where the Eagles placed 15th in a field of 43 boats. The Knecht Cup serves as an important tune-up as the team builds toward the Mid-American Conference Championship, which EMU will host May 16 in Ypsilanti.
ON THE HORIZON:
The Eagles return home to host the Mid-American Conference Championship in Ypsilanti, May 16.
