University Southern California Trojans
Friday, March 6
Marina del Rey, Calif.
9:05 a.m. PT
USC
vs
UCLA
Photo by: Kyle Cajero
No. 23 USC Women's Rowing Opens Season Against UCLA
March 05, 2026 | Women's Rowing
The Trojans square off against the Bruins for the fourth-consecutive season opener.
LOS ANGELES — Kicking off the spring season, the No. 23 USC women's rowing team will square off in a rivalry clash against UCLA on Friday, March 6.
UCLA will host this year's rivalry clash at the UCLA Marina Aquatic Center, located in Marina Del Rey, Calif. The regatta kicks off with the third varsity four at 9:05 a.m. and the morning will conclude with the varsity eights competing at 10:45 a.m. The race will not be livestreamed, but admission is free to the public.
There is no parking for spectators directly at Marina Aquatic Center. However, spectators can park at Fisherman's Village (13755 Fiji Way), which requires a fee. There is also free parking at Dock 52, located at 13552 Fiji Way.
RACING SCHEDULE
9:05 a.m. — 3V8+ and Frosh/Novice 4V8+
9:25 a.m. — 3V4+
9:45 a.m. — 2V4+
10:05 a.m. — 1V4+
10:25 a.m. — 2V8+
10:45 a.m. — 1V8+
THE RUNDOWN
Opening the year with a regatta against UCLA for the fourth consecutive season, the Trojans are looking to take a step forward this season under second-year head coach Kelsie Chaudoin.
USC has won every dual against UCLA since 2021. In this rivalry race last season, the Trojans claimed a 20-3 victory with wins by the 1V8, 2V8, 3V8 and the 1V4. Overall, the Trojans have a 23-1 record against the Bruins.
The winner of the regatta will earn 10 points for its school in the 2026 Crosstown Cup. So far, USC leads 45-25 in counted results in this year's series, however, four rivalry contests make this week a watershed moment for the cup race.
Possession of the Amy Fuller Kearney-Lori Guerrero Azbill Trophy is also on the line this Friday. USC claimed the trophy in last year's dual for the fourth consecutive season; the Trojans have yet to relinquish the trophy ever since its inception in 2022. This trophy honors longtime former UCLA coach Amy Fuller Kearny and former USC assistant coach Lori Guerrero Azbill. The presentation of the Amy Fuller Kearney-Lori Guerrero Azbill Trophy for the UCLA-USC competition will occur immediately after the meet.
Earlier this spring, the Trojans welcomed UC San Diego to the Port of Los Angeles for a scrimmage on Feb. 21. No results were kept.
UP NEXT
The Trojans will compete in the San Diego Crew Classic, held at Crown Point Park from March 28-29. All pertinent updates can be found on the women's rowing team's schedule page on usctrojans.com.
UCLA will host this year's rivalry clash at the UCLA Marina Aquatic Center, located in Marina Del Rey, Calif. The regatta kicks off with the third varsity four at 9:05 a.m. and the morning will conclude with the varsity eights competing at 10:45 a.m. The race will not be livestreamed, but admission is free to the public.
There is no parking for spectators directly at Marina Aquatic Center. However, spectators can park at Fisherman's Village (13755 Fiji Way), which requires a fee. There is also free parking at Dock 52, located at 13552 Fiji Way.
RACING SCHEDULE
9:05 a.m. — 3V8+ and Frosh/Novice 4V8+
9:25 a.m. — 3V4+
9:45 a.m. — 2V4+
10:05 a.m. — 1V4+
10:25 a.m. — 2V8+
10:45 a.m. — 1V8+
THE RUNDOWN
Opening the year with a regatta against UCLA for the fourth consecutive season, the Trojans are looking to take a step forward this season under second-year head coach Kelsie Chaudoin.
USC has won every dual against UCLA since 2021. In this rivalry race last season, the Trojans claimed a 20-3 victory with wins by the 1V8, 2V8, 3V8 and the 1V4. Overall, the Trojans have a 23-1 record against the Bruins.
The winner of the regatta will earn 10 points for its school in the 2026 Crosstown Cup. So far, USC leads 45-25 in counted results in this year's series, however, four rivalry contests make this week a watershed moment for the cup race.
Possession of the Amy Fuller Kearney-Lori Guerrero Azbill Trophy is also on the line this Friday. USC claimed the trophy in last year's dual for the fourth consecutive season; the Trojans have yet to relinquish the trophy ever since its inception in 2022. This trophy honors longtime former UCLA coach Amy Fuller Kearny and former USC assistant coach Lori Guerrero Azbill. The presentation of the Amy Fuller Kearney-Lori Guerrero Azbill Trophy for the UCLA-USC competition will occur immediately after the meet.
Earlier this spring, the Trojans welcomed UC San Diego to the Port of Los Angeles for a scrimmage on Feb. 21. No results were kept.
UP NEXT
The Trojans will compete in the San Diego Crew Classic, held at Crown Point Park from March 28-29. All pertinent updates can be found on the women's rowing team's schedule page on usctrojans.com.
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