Feature Story: Washington Sweeps IRA

The University of Washington swept the heavyweight events at the 121st IRA National Championship Regatta, winning the first, second, and third varsity eights on Sunday, June 2, after winning the varsity four on Saturday on Mercer Lake, in West Windsor, N.J.

“It’s a good day,” said Washington head coach Michael Callahan. “Sometimes you can tell when boats have a certain energy and confidence, and I felt like if we had a good piece today, we could do it.”

Cal head coach Scott Frandsen...