GOLD RIVER, Calif. — For the first time in program history, Cal Poly Humboldt Women's Rowing hoisted the Great Northwest Athletic Conference team trophy, edging 2024 National Champion Western Washington by a single point Saturday morning on Lake Natoma.
The No. 2‑ranked Lumberjacks amassed 27 team points, fueled by a dominant victory in the Varsity 4+ and a runner‑up finish in the Varsity 8+. Western Washington (26 pts) settled for second, while Central Oklahoma (19) and Seattle Pacific (18) rounded out the standings.
GNAC CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM SCORING
| School |
Points |
| 1. Cal Poly Humboldt |
27 |
| 2. Western Washington |
26 |
| 3. Central Oklahoma |
19 |
| 4. Seattle Pacific |
18 |
Varsity 4+ Delivers the Decisive Punch
The Lumberjacks' Varsity 4+ crew surged to the line in 7:49.842, nearly nine seconds clear of Central Oklahoma. The V4+ remains undefeated this season against Division II opponents. The winning lineup:
Their 12‑point haul proved pivotal, offsetting Western Washington's victory in the Varsity 8+.
Varsity 8+ Fights to Second
Facing the nation's No. 1 boat, Humboldt's eight posted 7:10.441, just five seconds off the Vikings' pace to grab 15 crucial points and keep the championship within reach.
RACE RESULTS
| Event |
1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
| Varsity 8+ |
WWU 7:05.841 |
CPH 7:10.441 |
SPU 7:18.183 |
UCO 7:23.325 |
| Varsity 4+ |
CPH 7:49.842 |
UCO 7:58.803 |
WWU 8:08.813 |
SPU 8:09.373 |
| Exhibition 4+ |
WWU 8:20.027 |
CPH 8:24.932 |
UCO 8:38.552 |
SPU 8:44.464 |
All‑GNAC Honors for Five Lumberjacks
The conference office announced its All‑GNAC selections, and Cal Poly Humboldt was well represented:
Coach's Corner
"I am very proud of how our team raced today," said head coach Matt Weise. "All three boats had their best race of the season and we are looking forward to finding more speed at the NCAA Championships."
Up Next – NCAA Championships
The Lumberjacks turn their attention to the 2025 NCAA Division II Women's Rowing Championships, May 30–31 on Mercer Lake in Windsor, New Jersey. More information on the national championship regatta can be found online here.
