Though the challengers changed, the second varsity Grand Finalg followed a virtually identical script.

The Crimson began even off the start and quickly built an insurmountable lead, capped by open water 1,000 meters in.

“There was a call from our coxswain [junior Catherine Randolph], at about 1,000 meters,” Webb said. “‘Okay, seniors, your time is now.’”

Randolph’s words did not fall on deaf ears, as the 2V extended its lead in much the same fashion as the first varsity, opening up nearly one length of separation before crossing the line with a 5.062-second victory.

“The coaches from other schools were saying that they look forward to the class of 2004 graduating,” Webb said.

Harvard’s first two varsity boats feature 12 seniors, two juniors and one sophomore.

The Crimson now prepares for IRA Nationals in Camden, N.J., contested June 3-5, looking to close out a second-straight perfect season.

—Staff writer Timothy J. McGinn can be reached at mcginn@fas.harvard.edu.