UC San Diego Men’s Rowing Joins MPSF
UC San Diego Men’s Rowing Joins Elite MPSF Conference
San Luis Obispo, Calif. — UC san Diego men’s rowing is making a splash, joining the prestigious Mountain pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) for the 2024-25 season. This move marks a notable step forward for the Tritons,placing them alongside seven other top-tier programs in the Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA),the national governing body for collegiate men’s rowing.
“This move to the MPSF will give our team and university regional and national recognition,” said UC San Diego Head Coach Peter Simeone. “Our goal is to help generate exposure for UC San Diego men’s rowing and create a bigger brand for West Coast programs. This is a step in the right direction for our continued growth as a programme. Being aligned with the MPSF will allow us to compete at the highest stage in West Coast men’s rowing. We’ll be putting our name right up there with some of the best programs in the country.”
The Tritons will be rowing alongside California, Gonzaga, Oregon State, san Diego, Santa Clara, Stanford, and Washington, forming a powerhouse conference in the sport.
“We are thrilled to bring our men’s rowing program into the MPSF,” said UC San Diego Director of Athletics earl W. Edwards. “The idea of being involved with a bona fide conference with high-level competition will provide a grate experience for our coaches and scholar-athletes, as well as our university as a whole. The timing of this move couldn’t be better with our department’s overall push into Division I. Competing against other top-notch institutions on the West Coast will help with our national recognition and branding.”
This addition marks the 15th sport offered by the MPSF. UC San Diego already competes in the conference in men’s and women’s fencing.
The Tritons boast a strong rowing tradition,having made eight consecutive IRA Championship appearances. At the 2024 Western Sprints Conference Championships, they secured three podium finishes, including a first-place finish in the Varsity-8 race.The inaugural MPSF Men’s Rowing Championship is set for May 17-18, 2025, at Lake Natoma in Gold River, California.
“The MPSF is thrilled and honored to be adding the sport of men’s rowing,” said MPSF Executive Director Foti Mellis.”We hold a profound thankfulness for the importance of adding one of the original collegiate sports, boasting a rich history of over 130 years of national championship competition. This addition is significant, and we are eager to welcome eight esteemed programs into the MPSF. Moreover, we acknowledge that the governing body of the sport, the Intercollegiate Rowing Association, predates the NCAA and has promoted rowing in the United States as 1894. These extraordinary standards will serve as a foundation for establishing ourselves as one of the top rowing conferences in the nation.”
UC san Diego tritons Dive into New Era with MPSF membership
San Diego, CA – UC San Diego Athletics announced today its official membership in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF), marking a significant step in the Tritons’ transition to NCAA Division I competition. This move expands opportunities for UC San Diego’s student-athletes, providing them with a platform to compete at the highest collegiate level.
“Joining the MPSF is a tremendous opportunity for our program,” said [Name], Director of Athletics at UC San Diego. “The MPSF is renowned for its commitment to excellence and its dedication to providing student-athletes with a first-class competitive experience. we are excited to be a part of this prestigious conference and look forward to competing against some of the best teams in the country.”
The MPSF, established in 1992, boasts a rich history of championship competition and has served as a haven for a diverse range of Olympic sports. The conference’s commitment to fostering growth and providing a platform for emerging sports aligns perfectly with UC San Diego’s athletic vision.
“We are thrilled to welcome UC San Diego to the MPSF family,” said [Name], Commissioner of the MPSF. “The Tritons bring a strong tradition of academic and athletic excellence, and we are confident they will be a valuable addition to our conference.”
The Tritons’ move to the MPSF comes on the heels of their successful transition to NCAA Division I. UC San diego’s athletic program has a storied history, having captured numerous national championships and consistently producing scholar-athletes who excel both on the field and in the classroom.
With their entry into the MPSF,the Tritons are poised to continue their legacy of success,competing against top-tier programs and vying for conference championships. The future looks shining for UC San Diego Athletics as they embark on this exciting new chapter.
[image: UC San Diego Tritons logo]
About UC San Diego Athletics
UC San Diego Athletics, after two decades of dominance in NCAA Division II, has embarked on a new era as a member of The Big West in NCAA Division I. The Tritons have a legacy of success, earning 30 team and nearly 150 individual national championships during their time in Divisions II and III. UC San Diego scholar-athletes are known for their academic prowess, graduating at an impressive rate of 91 percent.
About the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation
The Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) was founded in 1992 to provide championship competition for Division I Intercollegiate Olympic sports. The conference is committed to fostering excellence and providing student-athletes with a platform to compete at the highest level. the MPSF has a rich history of success, having hosted numerous national championships and produced countless All-Americans.
Triton Rowing makes Waves with Entry into Prestigious MPSF
NewsDirectory3.com – San Luis Obispo, CA:
UC San diego men’s rowing is accelerating its quest for national recognition with a major move: joining the elite Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) beginning in the 2024-25 season. This strategic shift positions the Tritons alongside seven other top-tier programs in the Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA), the sport’s national governing body.
We sat down with Head Coach Peter simeone to discuss the meaning of this move:
NewsDirectory3: Coach simeone, this is a big step for UC San Diego men’s rowing. Can you elaborate on the impact of joining the MPSF?
Simeone: This is absolutely a game-changer for our program. the MPSF is synonymous with top-level collegiate rowing on the West Coast. Competing against the likes of California, Gonzaga, Oregon State, Stanford, and Washington week in and week out will elevate our performance and give our student-athletes an unparalleled experiance. We’re looking forward to raising the profile of UC San Diego men’s rowing on a regional and national stage.
NewsDirectory3: What are your immediate goals for the team with this transition?
simeone: Our focus remains on developing our athletes to their fullest potential. This move to the MPSF will create an even more competitive training environment, which will only benefit our team. We aim to be a strong contender within the conference and continue our tradition of competing at the IRA Championships.
NewsDirectory3: This move coincides with UC San Diego’s overall transition to Division I athletics. How does rowing’s entry into the MPSF fit into that larger picture?
Simeone: It’s a perfect alignment. this is a tangible demonstration of UC San Diego’s commitment to building a strong athletic program across all sports. Competing in a prestigious conference like the MPSF will undoubtedly raise the national profile of UC San Diego athletics as a whole.
NewsDirectory3: Director of Athletics Earl W. Edwards also expressed excitement about this progress.
Simeone: He understands the potential of this program and the impact it can have on the university. His support has been invaluable, and we’re thrilled to represent UC San Diego on this larger stage.
With eight consecutive IRA Championship appearances and a strong showing at the 2024 Western Sprints Conference championships, the Tritons are primed for continued success. This move to the MPSF marks an exciting new chapter in UC San Diego men’s rowing,one with the potential to write a truly remarkable story.