Colgate University's men's rowing team showcased its talent at the Southern Intercollegiate Rowing Association (SIRA) Regatta in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, on April 18 and 19, earning two second-place finishes. The varsity four crew secured their spot in the semifinals with a strong heat performance, ultimately finishing behind Texas in the final. The varsity eight also claimed silver, falling short to Purdue. Assistant coach Eric Summer praised the crews for their competitive spirit against formidable opponents.
In a historic showing, the Colgate women's rowing team triumphed at the New York State Collegiate Championships on April 18, with the second varsity four winning gold for the first time at this regatta. The varsity eight also defended their title, marking back-to-back championships in the event. This success underscores the program's growth and competitiveness within the region.
Colgate's men's lacrosse team faced a challenging matchup against Syracuse on April 19, suffering a 14-7 defeat. The Raiders struggled to maintain momentum despite a strong third quarter, during which they scored three goals. Tristan Schaefer netted his first collegiate goal, while Hunter Drouin continued his scoring streak with his 24th of the season. Earlier in the week, the women's lacrosse team fell to No. 6 Navy, losing 23-7 at home on April 18, following a 15-10 defeat to Boston University on April 16.
The track and field teams split their efforts between the UAlbany Spring Classic and the Virginia Challenge on April 18 and 19. This strategic division allowed Colgate to maximize its competitive opportunities across events, although specific results from the meets were not detailed. Looking ahead, the men's lacrosse team prepares for the Patriot League First Round against Bucknell on April 28, while track and field athletes continue to build toward upcoming championship events.