University of Minnesota and Wisconsin rowing teams open fall seasons

Collegiate rowing teams from the University of Minnesota and the University of Wisconsin have commenced their fall seasons with performances at regional regattas.

At the 46th Head of the Mississippi Regatta, the University of Minnesota rowing team secured five victories across six events. Notable performances included a podium sweep in the Women's Collegiate 4+ and a decisive win in the Women's Collegiate Freshman 8+ led by coxswain Amelia Vedder. The team also claimed top spots in the Women's Open 2x and Women's Open 2- races.

Meanwhile, the Wisconsin women's rowing team competed at the Milwaukee River Challenge on a three-mile course through the Menominee and Milwaukee Rivers. The Badgers saw success with their lightweight crews, while the Women's Open Fours boat, coxed by Hannah Harris, finished third. The Women's Open Eights boat, coxed by Cassidy Bradley, earned third place. Wisconsin is scheduled to compete next in Ypsilanti, Michigan, on October 10.