Wisconsin Badgers
Minnesota
October 30, 2026 | Lightweight Rowing
Wisconsin lightweights wrap up fall season
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin women's lightweight rowing team is closing out the fall season with racing on Lake Mendota against the Minnesota Golden Gophers beginning at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday.
Before they hit the water, here are f(oar) things to know:
1. WHAT TO KNOW:
Wisconsin welcomes Minnesota to Madison for Border Battle racing on Lake Mendota
The races mark UW's fourth and final event of the fall.
The two teams have a long history of fall scrimmages over the years, both in Madison and Minneapolis.
Following the scrimmage, the Badgers will return in the spring for a full lineup of races.
2. THE COURSE:
With conditions permitting, the crews will likely begin the race at University Bay and finish at Memorial Union, racing eastward across the lake. The teams will also participate in a head race of 4000 meters, anticipated to start near Picnic Point. Course details will be updated contingent upon weather conditions and any changes to the race.
Spectators are welcome to watch the races along the way, including viewing points at the Porter Boathouse, Memorial Union and on the shore of Lake Mendota.
3. FINISHING THE FALL SEASON:
The team finishes their fall slate of races on Saturday.
Looking back, Wisconsin started the season at the Milwaukee River Challenge on Oct. 3, where they placed among four of the top six finishers including two first-place finishes in open fours and eights. The following week the team added another group of first place finishes at Eastern Michigan University. They also took on the prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta on Oct. 18. The lightweight fours earned the runner-up spot, while the lightweight eight boat grabbed a top-five finish.
4. FOLLOW ALONG:
Race results will be available on uwbadgers.com following the competition as well as the women's rowing Instagram.
