Pennsauken, NJ - On Sunday, the La Salle University men's rowing team concluded the 2025 IRA National Championship with their best finishes in the V8 and 3V8 rankings in program history.
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The V8 placed third in the C Final, defeating Columbia, Boston, and Temple, good enough for a #15 final ranking nationally. The Explorers' previous best mark was set last season with a fifth place finish in the C Final (#17).
The 3V8 boat placed sixth in the C Final, good enough for #18. They also defeated Temple in their Final.
The 2V8 boat finished third in the D Final, good enough for #21 nationally. They defeated Holy Cross and Gonzaga.
The IRA National Championship is the final event on the Explorers' 2024-25 schedule. Aside from individuals competing for their home countries in the summer, the Explorers will next be in action fall 2025.
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