Tuscaloosa, AL. – Clemson concluded their fall season Saturday at the Head of the Black Warrior River, a Power of the Pink event.
The Tigers competed first in the Varsity Fours, where they had five boats race. Clemson B took home first place at 17:56.6, with Clemson A right behind them to earn second at 18:11.1. Clemson C would come in at eighth with 19:35.7, along with Clemson E coming in at 16th with 19:26.0 and Clemson D coming in at 17th with 19:36.7.
Next, Clemson had two boats compete in the Novice Eights. The Tigers impressed with Clemson A coming in first at 17:23.1 and Clemson B following right behind to earn second at 18:27.2.
“The goal for this last race of the fall season was simple: race hard, no excuses” said Head Coach Stephen Wong. “We challenged the team to push past their limits in an environment filled with competitive pressure and we are really pleased with their response. It’s a great feeling to head into the winter indoor training season knowing we’re on the right track to building our fitness and race mentality.”
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Novice Eights
Clemson A
Clemson B
Varsity Fours
Clemson C
Clemson D
Clemson E