05/03/2026
This past Friday, Cal Lights was lucky enough to host our end of the year banquet. We celebrated our achievements this season, including record numbers of recruitment, non-profit establishment, financial independence, and another gold at WIRA. We recognized the incredible work of our coaches and exec team this year, and exceptional performances from athletes. 🏆
Most Outstanding Novice Woman: Kristina Krusteva
Most Outstanding Novice Man: Brady Subaru
Most Outstanding Varsity Woman: Marley Michel
Most Outstanding Varsity Man: Ben Ramirez
Most Inspirational Oarswoman: Annette Leber
Most Inspirational Oarsman: Rohan Aggarwal
Sophie Marxer Leadership Award: Rohan Aggarwal
We want to recognize the efforts this year of our student executive team: Sami Khayatei Houssaini, Lucia Zima, Gabe Rothman Tierney, Nora Buchanan, Marley Michel, and Rohan Aggarwal. Thank you for all your hard work!
To our coaches, Gian Sandhu, Marissa Marsh LoVullo, and Paul Rathke: Your dedication has been nothing short of incredible. We could not have done any of this without you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
We’re also endlessly grateful to our donors for their continued support.
Thank you for a great season. As always, Go Bears! 🐻
