Eddie's eagles 3rd in winter h2h

​In preparation for their return to the Cam, the Eagles have emerged from their winter hibernation just in time for the start of term. Now being primed and ready to compete, the W1 squad braved the freezing temperatures to complete a 2 x 2k race which included a quick break and spin at Baitsbite Lock.
Coxed MAGNIFICENTLY by our wonderful Hélène (for whom it was only their second time coxing to the lock), the Eagles quickly caught the City of Cambridge boat ahead around halfway through the first 2k of the race. Having not been given way by City, and with the marshals silent on whether we could overtake, the Eagles took a breather, and dropped down to a leisurely rate 22/24 before SENDING IT home.
After clarifying with the marshals that we were indeed allowed to overtake (safety permitting), the Eagles raced the second 2k, again quickly catching up with the boat ahead. Using some of the tightest racing lines seen on the Cam, and powered by 8 of our strongest women, the Eagles were able to overtake on an extremely narrow stretch of river, despite the boat not conceding the racing line.
With the City Squad cleanly taken care of, the Eagles approached the last 1k of the race. From behind, they were quickly met by a Clare Hall men's 4+. Using all of their remaining power, Eddie's women valiantly held off the men to the finish line. Finishing third in the division, (and less than a second behind second place Churchill), with a smashing time of 17:37, beating a further 4 senior crews in the division above.
A fantastic first race after a long break from rowing over the winter break; Lent term looks to be a very exciting time for the Eddie’s women in their quest for blades…