Gonzaga University
Northwest Collegiate Rowing Championship
Zags V8 Takes Down #22 Oregon State
4/18/2026 4:17:00 PM | Men's Rowing
Gonzaga men's rowing delivered a victory in the Varsity 8+ that marked the program's first win over Oregon State in the event since 2013. OSU was ranked No. 22 nationally coming into the race.
The Bulldogs set the tone in the marquee Varsity 8+ race, where Gonzaga clocked a winning time of 5:54.63, edging Oregon State's 5:57.70 performance to secure the victory over a nationally ranked opponent.
"This is a boat that is rooted in substance, and as we near the end of racing season we are starting to see our boat gain confidence and momentum. This is just another checkpoint for us, and we are excited to test out speed again next week at WIRAs," senior Toby Finn said.
In the Second Varsity 8+, Oregon State responded with a narrow win in 6:02.31, while Gonzaga finished in 6:06.27, staying within striking distance throughout the race.
Oregon State also claimed victories in the Third and Fourth Varsity 8+ races. The Beavers took the Third Varsity 8+ in 6:08.10 over Gonzaga's 6:20.02, and closed the day with a win in the Fourth Varsity 8+ in 6:21.70 to Gonzaga's 6:43.70.
Varsity 8+
Coxswain: Bradley Williams
8 Eli Bunn
Bow Cooper Loney
Second Varsity 8+
Coxswain: Bennett Hay
Bow Ben Michalske
Third Varsity 8+
Coxswain: Julia Gire
Bow Flynn Davis
Fourth Varsity 8+
Coxswain: Mia Hyke
Bow Lucas Sampson
