**Stanford Rowing Dominates with Fourth Consecutive Conference Title**
In a stunning display of skill and teamwork, **No. 1 Stanford** rowing secured its **fourth consecutive conference title** at the **2025 ACC Women’s Rowing Championship** this past Saturday. The event unfolded on the picturesque shores of **Lake Hartwell in Clemson, South Carolina**, where Stanford showcased their grit and determination by **sweeping every race**, a feat no other ACC team has accomplished since 2023.
**A Championship Performance**
Boasting a tally of **132 points**, Stanford led the pack, leaving rivals in their wake. **No. 13 Virginia** followed with **106 points**, while **No. 11 Syracuse** came in closely behind at **104 points**. Other notable finishes included **No. 9 California** with **102 points**, **No. 18 Duke** (89 points), and several others, including **North Carolina, Clemson, SMU**, and **Notre Dame**.
**Standout Achievements**
Following a **dominant performance**, Stanford’s varsity eight crew was rightfully honored as the **ACC Crew of the Year**. Notably, **Sarah Marriott** was recognized as the **ACC Newcomer of the Year**, highlighting the promise of the young talent on the team. Under the guidance of **Derek Byrnes**, the **Farwell Family Director of Women’s Rowing**, Stanford earned the distinguished title of **ACC Coach of the Year**, a testament to his strategic brilliance and leadership.
**Stars of the Race**
The accolades didn’t stop there. Seniors **Luise Bachmann**, **Iris Klok**, along with sophomores **Célia Dupré** and **Honor Warburg**, claimed spots on the **All-ACC First Team**, while junior **Alice Baker** etched her name into the history books with **All-ACC Second Team** honors. Their individual contributions played a critical role in this remarkable championship journey.
**Record-Breaking Streak**
Stanford’s championship run was not just about victories; it was marked by **record-setting performances** in four events: the **first varsity four**, **second varsity four**, **first varsity eight**, and **second varsity eight**. In an astonishing display, no competitor managed to finish within **five seconds** of Stanford’s winning times across these races.
**Racing Highlights**
The excitement kicked off with the **third varsity eight**, which secured a convincing **5.593-second victory** over **Notre Dame**, setting a triumphant tone for the day. The **second varsity four** continued the momentum, achieving a time of **6:58.444**, finishing a staggering **7.310 seconds** ahead of **No. 9 California**. Following suit, the **first varsity four** and **second varsity eight** also triumphed, winning by **5.980** and **6.350 seconds**, respectively.
Finally, the **first varsity eight** put the cherry on top of this masterful performance, sealing the sweep with a commanding **9.573-second lead** over **No. 13 Virginia**. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the team’s hard work, discipline, and unwavering dedication.
**Looking Ahead**
With their conference title victory, Stanford has earned an **automatic bid** to the **2025 NCAA Rowing Championships**, scheduled to take place from **May 30 to June 1 in West Windsor, New Jersey**. Fans can catch all the action during the **official selection show**, airing Tuesday, **May 20**, at **2 p.m. PT**. The road to the championship promises to be an exciting one, and if this weekend’s performance is any indication, Stanford will be a force to be reckoned with.
For more insights and updates on Stanford rowing, visit their official site at **[Go Stanford](https://gostanford.com)**.
