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Big stage, big finale for Sandahl

Posted in Rowing, Wolves in college, tagged , , , , on June 1, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Lucy Sandahl heads off to work. (Photo courtesy Jeannie Sandahl)

One last time in the boat with her girls.

Coupeville grad Lucy Sandahl capped her collegiate rowing career Saturday, operating as the coxswain for Seattle Pacific University’s 8+ team as it competed at the NCAA D-II Championships in Ohio.

The Falcons raced three times in two days, vying in a heat and a repechage Friday, before rowing in the Petite Final on day two.

Meanwhile, SPU’s 4+ boat made off with a national title, winning their race Saturday.

Overall, the Falcons, who were making their third consecutive appearance at the national championships, finished 5th in the team standings.

Western Washington University claimed its ninth team title, and first since 2017.

Sandahl, who played volleyball and track and field during her CHS days, put together a stellar career during her run at SPU.

She was a three-time First-Team All-Academic pick, earning the honor in every year she was eligible, and became a driving force for the Falcons in her leadership position.

During her first three years in the Falcon program, Lucy was joined by big sis Sophie, who graduated in 2023.

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Sandahl, Falcons row to nationals

Posted in Rowing, Wolves in college, tagged , , , , on May 21, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Lucy Sandahl (right) with big sis, and former SPU rowing teammate, Sophie. (Photo courtesy Jeannie Sandahl)

Lucy Sandahl is returning to the big dance. Or, more appropriately, the big splash.

Seattle Pacific University was one of six schools chosen Tuesday to fill the field at the NCAA D-II Rowing Championship, which goes down May 31-June 1 in Bethel, Ohio.

The Falcons, with Coupeville grad Sandahl directing traffic in the 8+ boat, have been ranked in the top five nationwide all season.

SPU joins Cal Poly Humboldt, Central Oklahoma, Embry-Riddle (Florida), Mercyhurst, and Western Washington.

Cal Poly is defending champs, while Western Washington, which won seven consecutive titles between 2005-2011, is the winningest program in DII women’s rowing history.

Each school will send an 8+ boat and a 4+ boat, with racing done on East Fork/Harsha Lake.

Marietta College and the Cincinnati USA Sports Commission are hosts.

Sandahl, a standout volleyball and track athlete during her days in Coupeville, is a senior coxswain at SPU.

She was recently named to the Great Northwest Athletic Conference All-Academic team for a third time, making her a perfect three-for-three, as freshmen aren’t eligible for that honor.

 

The moment when SPU found out its fate:

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Sandahl streaks for finish line

Posted in Rowing, tagged , , , , on May 18, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Lucy Sandahl gets a lift from her rowers. (Photo courtesy Jeannie Sandahl)

It might have been her finale, but it also might not have been.

Coupeville grad Lucy Sandahl was directing traffic for the Seattle Pacific University 8+ boat Saturday at the Great Northwest Athletic Conference Rowing Championships on Lake Notama in Gold River, California.

With the former Wolf calling the shots as the coxswain, the Falcons finished fourth in their race.

SPU also competed in the 4+ race, winning that one.

Now, Sandahl and company await the selection process for the NCAA D-II Championships, which go down May 31-June 1 in Bethel, Ohio.

The six-school field will be announced this coming Tuesday, May 21.

The Falcons are very likely to get a return trip to the big dance, as they’ve been ranked in the top five nationally all season.

Sandahl is a senior who was recently tabbed to her third-consecutive GNAC All-Academic team, keeping her perfect for her collegiate career.

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Big brains, big talent

Posted in Rowing, Wolves in college, tagged , , , , on May 16, 2024| Leave a Comment »

The ever-brilliant Lucy Sandahl rocks some crocs. (Photo courtesy Jeannie Sandahl)

Check out the big brain on Lucy Sandahl.

The Coupeville grad is capping her run as a senior coxswain with the Seattle Pacific University crew program, but still has time to hit the books.

Sandahl was one of 14 Falcons named Wednesday to the Great Northwest Athletic Conference All-Academic team.

Currently pulling a 3.21 GPA in Physiology, she’s the only one on her squad to be a three-time All-Academic team honoree.

Since freshmen are not eligible for the team, that means Sandahl made it every season she was able to.

“We are so proud to have 14 individuals make the GNAC All-Academic team,” SPU coach Caitlin McClain said in a statement.

“Our seniors and juniors with multiple years of recognition show how the sport and the people produce excellence on the water and in the classroom.”

Sandahl and the Falcons will be back on the water this weekend, competing at the GNAC Championships Saturday in Gold River, California.

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Sandahl sisters rule the waves

Posted in Rowing, tagged , , , , on May 4, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Coupeville sisters Sophie (left) and Lucy Sandahl, queens of the open water. (Photo courtesy Jeannie Sandahl)

Two sisters, one stretch of water, much splashing.

Coupeville’s Lucy and Sophie Sandahl were both in the water Saturday on the Montlake Cut in Seattle during the Windermere Cup Regatta.

Lucy, a senior at Seattle Pacific University, was the coxswain for a 8+ shell which competed against Western Washington, Gonzaga, and the University of Washington.

Meanwhile, Sophie, an SPU grad, rowed with a team out of Lake Washington in the women’s master’s race.

When she’s not hefting the blade herself, Lucy’s big sis is also coaching with the Renton Rowing Club.

The Windermere Cup Regatta, first launched in 1987, is part of the Seattle Yacht Club’s “Opening Day of Boating Season” celebration.

For Lucy and the current Falcons, the focus now turns to next week’s Great Northwest Athletic Conference Championships, which go down Saturday, May 18 at Lake Natoma in California.

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