ITHACA, N.Y. – The Ithaca College men's rowing continued its spring season on Saturday, hosting Senior Day on the inlet in near-ideal early spring conditions. With calm winds and warm temperatures, the Bombers competed across two sessions, facing Williams in the morning before taking on Liberty League opponent RIT and the University of Rochester in the afternoon.
 
Varsity 8
The varsity eight encountered early adversity during the morning warm-up, striking debris that resulted in the loss of a skeg. With no significant damage but a necessary hull and lineup change, the Bombers responded with resilience against a strong Williams crew. Williams established an early lead off the start, but Ithaca held contact through the shift to base pace. Williams extended its advantage to a boat length by the midpoint, and while the Bombers continued to press, they ultimately fell by an open water margin.
Williams 5:58.0 Ithaca 6:12.3
C           Patterson
8            Cheely
7            Pellaton
6            Baker
5            Williston
4            Dickey
3            Coit
2            Greenberg
1            Adams
 
In the afternoon session, Ithaca returned to its original lineup following repairs and faced RIT. The Bombers executed well off the line, gaining an early advantage and maintaining control throughout the race to secure a decisive win over their Liberty League opponent.
Ithaca 6:10.3  RIT 6:36.3
C           Patterson
8            Pellaton
7            Cheely
6            Williston
5            Baker
4            Coit
3            Dickey
2            Adams
1            Greenberg
 
 
Second Varsity 8
C           Adkins
8            Detzer
7            Boswell
6            Fields
5            Covello
4            Brighton
3            Hart
2            Hersperger
1            Stanford
 
The second varsity showed the benefits of a productive training week, rowing with improved cohesion throughout the day. Against Williams in the morning, the Ephs displayed their depth, establishing an early lead and holding it through the finish despite a determined effort from Ithaca.
Williams 6:03.7 Ithaca 6:29.1
 
In the afternoon, the 2V8 took on RIT and another Williams entry in a competitive race. Ithaca surged ahead of RIT early and battled closely with Williams through the first 700 meters. Williams began to edge ahead in the middle portion of the race, but the Bombers continued to respond to every move. Ithaca finished within a length of Williams while maintaining open water over RIT.
Williams 4V 6:21.7 Ithaca 6:25.4 RIT 7:00.2
 
Third Varsity 4+
The third varsity four faced two Williams crews in the morning session. After conceding an early advantage off the start, Ithaca worked to stay connected with the field and forced Williams to maintain a high level throughout the race.
Williams 3V4+ A 6:58.4 Williams 5V4+ 7:24.8 Ithaca 7:35.5
C           Harkins
4            Strong
3            Makowsky
2            Carnahan
1            Kneale
 
In the afternoon, the Bombers took on the University of Rochester in a tightly contested race. Both crews traded the lead in the early stages, with Ithaca showing strong competitiveness and composure as the race unfolded.
UR 1V4+ 7:06.8 Ithaca 3V4+ 7:12.8
C           Harkins
4            Strong
3            Makowsky
2            Spencer
1            Bowley
 
Ithaca honored its senior class as part of the day's events, recognizing their contributions and leadership within the program. The Bombers will look to build on their momentum as they go on the road for the first time this spring.  Racing in Cherry Hill, N.J. at the Knecht Cup, April 11-12.