Rowing Makes Program History at Head of the Charles

Saturday, October 18

Boston, Mass.

Sacred Heart University Department of Athletics

Head of the Charles

Rowing Makes Program History at Head of the Charles

10/18/2025 7:57:00 PM | Women's Rowing

Two boats finished with record performances

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – The Sacred Heart University women's rowing team turned in a strong performance at the Head of the Charles Regatta this weekend, racing two boats on Saturday and setting up for another on Sunday.

The Pioneers' Club 8+ crew made program history, finishing 20th overall and requalifying for the first time in team history. The lineup featured coxswain Mia Bottone guiding a powerful crew of stroke Caitlyn Bergman, Olivia Chasse, Doria Lukasik-Drescher, Giovanna Ponte, Samantha Keith, Lily Holt, Kaela Borelli, and bow seat Susan Munley.

In the Club 4+ event, Sacred Heart placed 18th with a lineup of coxswain Sophia Bittar, stroke Rose Kelly, Kameron Siiss in the three seat, Gabrielle Gottschall in two, and Olivia Caione in bow. The group delivered a composed and competitive performance against a deep field.

Head coach Lucas Wilhelm praised both boats' efforts and emphasized how the weekend's results reflect the team's upward momentum.

"I'm proud of both boats and I think it is a great slingshot for the year we want," Wilhelm said. "Our team motto is 'eyes up,' and we're aiming up at the MAAC Championships. This was a great stop along the way to our eventual goals."

The Pioneers will return to action next weekend at the Head of the Schuylkill Regatta in Philadelphia.