Shocking Upset! Shoremen Rowing Faces Unexpected Rivalry at Donahue Cup – You Won't Believe the Outcome!

Worcester, MA - The Washington College Men’s Rowing team recently traveled to Massachusetts to participate in the prestigious Donahue Cup Regatta. Over the weekend, the Shoremen faced tough competition from notable institutions including MIT, Williams, WPI, and Conn College, showcasing their skill and determination on the water.

Competition Highlights
The Shoremen kicked off their weekend in the Varsity 8 race, finishing fourth with a time of 6:23.75. They notably outpaced Conn College by five seconds, demonstrating their competitive edge. Later that day, the team also competed in the Varsity Four event, where they once again secured a fourth-place finish, clocking in at 7:53.15.

Day two was marked by further competition in the Varsity 8 category, with the Shoremen concluding the race with a time of 6:36.43. This performance, while not their best, still highlighted the team’s resilience and commitment to improvement.

Results Breakdown:
For the Varsity 8 race, the results were as follows:

• MIT: 5:44.6
• Williams: 5:45.16
• WPI: 6:03.71
• Washington College: 6:23.75
• Conn College: 6:28.16

In the Varsity Four race, the results were:

• MIT: 7:25.2
• Williams: 7:25.5
• WPI A: 7:47.75
• Washington College: 7:53.15
• WPI B: 8:18.32

On the second day of the Varsity 8 race, the results were:

• Bates: 6:19.83
• Hamilton: 6:22.73
• WPI: 6:24.03
• Washington College: 6:36.43

Team Lineups:
In the Varsity 8, the crew consisted of:
- Cox: Mary Clymer
- 8: Grayson Bishop
- 7: James Reichner IV
- 6: Lucas Zamorano
- 5: Lucas Hromada
- 4: Andrew Ellestad
- 3: Whitman Stout
- 2: Mark Murphy
- 1: Andrew Montero

In the Varsity 4, the lineup included:
- Cox: August Hohenadel
- 4: Mark Murphy
- 3: Robert Knaak
- 2: Andrew Montero
- 1: Ahmed Andrews

Looking Ahead
The Shoremen have set their sights on hosting a competitive event on Saturday, April 25th, where they will welcome teams from Mercyhurst, Georgetown, and the University of Delaware to Chestertown. This upcoming race presents an opportunity for the team to showcase their progress and build on their experiences from the Donahue Cup.

As the rowing season progresses, the Shoremen remain focused on honing their skills and pushing for better results, illustrating the spirit and ambition that defines Washington College athletics.