April, 5
On the neutral waters of Lake Carnegie, the Yale Lightweights opened up their 2008 season with the 5th annual running of the Johnson Cup against the U.S. Naval Academy. The racing as usual was intense, and when the white flag was held aloft at the end, Yale proved victorious in 3 of the 5 races, including the varsity race. Yale has now won the Johnson Cup 2 out of the last 3 years, although Navy leads the overall series, 3-2. Yale also won the 1F and 3V races, while Navy took the 2V and the 2F. For full results, click here.