CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Harvard-Radcliffe Heavyweight Rowing earned two strong finishes in the Women's Club Eight at the 60th Annual Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR), highlighted by a third-place finish for the Radcliffe "A" entry. Racing on their home course, the Black and White turned in a composed and competitive performance in one of the largest events of the regatta.

Radcliffe 'A' (Bow #2) – 3rd Place (16:28.640)

Coxswain: Sofia Branco
8: Orla Harvey
7: Adela Garcia Rodenas
6: Christine Papaioannou
5: Lily Farden
4: Eleanor Baker
3: Ella Digilio
2: Aurelia Elliott
1: Viktoria Ekstrand

Radcliffe's top entry captured a third-place finish in 16:28.640, trailing only Yale 'A' (16:14.664) and Dartmouth 'A' (16:15.112). The crew executed a sharp and aggressive race plan, maintaining strong pace through the middle section and closing powerfully through Eliot Bridge.

The Black and White outpaced UMass 'A' (16:39.316), San Diego 'A' (16:40.322), and Northeastern 'A' (16:44.941) to secure the podium. Their result marked a successful showing against a deep and experienced field, underscoring Radcliffe's consistency and top-tier preparation.

Radcliffe 'B' (Bow #42) – 25th Place (17:25.720)

Coxswain: Talia Natterson
8: Araminta Gaitskell
7: Rachel Egan
6: Beatrix Lay
5: Kaia Thomas
4: Susanna Soelberg
3: Joye Wingard
2: Ava Weneck
1: Olivia Sullivan

The Radcliffe "B" entry raced with focus and composure, finishing in 17:25.720 for 25th place overall. In a field of more than 40 boats, the second varsity lineup demonstrated steady pacing and resilience throughout the course, building valuable experience for the younger rowers and contributing to a strong overall team presence in the event.

Event Summary

• Event: Women's Club 8+
• Location: Charles River, Cambridge, Mass.
• Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
• Results:
  • 1st – Yale 'A' (16:14.664)
  • 2nd – Dartmouth 'A' (16:15.112)
  • 3rd – Radcliffe 'A' (16:28.640)
  • 25th – Radcliffe 'B' (17:25.720)

Honoring 60 Years on the Charles

The 60th Annual Head of the Charles Regatta marked another milestone for Radcliffe, a program deeply intertwined with the event's history and Harvard's broader rowing tradition. Racing under clear skies and ideal fall conditions, both Radcliffe boats represented the program with precision, teamwork, and pride — continuing a legacy of excellence on the team's home waters.