April 27, 1998

MADISON, Wisc.-- The Michigan State women's crew varsity 8 has made it to the finals in the Midwest Sprints competition in Madison, Wisc. On Saturday, MSU took an impressive second-place with 6:43.41.

It was arch-rival Michigan taking first in 6:35.214 and Ohio State claiming third with 6:44.51. Home-crowd favorite Wisconsin had a discouraging finish ending their 26-year run in fourth place with 6:52.46.

Crew action continues with today's competition, results following later this evening.

Varsity 8

1. Michigan     6:35.14 
2. MSU          6:43.41
3. Ohio State   6:44.51
4. Wisconsin    6:52.46