University of Rochester's novice 8 boat finished in a strong 7th of 29 crews at the Head of the Schuylkill Regatta in Philadelphia. The Yellowjackets finished with a time of 15:47.3, which was the top Division III school in the race. The closest DIII competitor was Hamilton College in 14th place, over a full minute behind Rochester. UR’s novice 8 boat completed the fall season unbeaten against D3, D2 and club teams.