BLOOMINGTON, Ind – The University of Iowa rowing team finished its first event of the fall season against the Indiana Hoosiers on Lake Lemon.
The Hawkeyes opened their weekend on Friday with two 3500-meter pieces at controlled ratings in a head race style. They followed it up today with four by 1500-meter pieces in side-by-side racing against Indiana boats.
The Hawkeyes are back in action on Oct. 19 for the Iowa Chase in Iowa City, Iowa.
Quoting Head Coach Jeff Garbutt
“This weekend we set out to grow and improve our skills which I believe we accomplished. The team was able to perform at a strong level and everyone was able to take away valuable lessons. I am proud of the novices who came out and rowed with lots of intensity and we are looking forward to what they will become. I would like to thank Steve Peterson and his team for putting together a weekend filled with great racing and competitive atmosphere. This next month and a half will be really important for us to continue to build our skills and finish out the fall season strong.”