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Nordic Whitecaps claim first Dragon Boat championship in Bemidji

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 2:36 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

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Summary

The Nordic Whitecaps emerged victorious in the championship race at the 20th Annual Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival on August 2, defeating the HydraHeads with a time of 2:03.17 against 2:03.33. This marked the Whitecaps' first championship win, surprising both their fans and fellow competitors. The HydraHeads, an established team with 11 previous championships, helped train many of the younger Whitecaps members, adding to the significance of the defeat. The festival featured a total of 11 qualifying heats before the finals, showcasing over 33 teams. Other team highlights included Wake My Day finishing in third and the Kilohaha-Superior Paddlers winning their first gold medal. Conditions for the festival were favorable, contributing to the day's success.

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By the Numbers

•Nordic Whitecaps secure first championship title at Lake Bemidji Festival.
•Whitecaps defeat HydraHeads in a close finish.
•Festival featured 11 qualifying heats and 33 competing teams.
•Wake My Day finished third, Kilohaha-Superior Paddlers won gold.
•Favorable weather contributed to successful festival conditions.

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2:36 AMYahoo Sports — Nordic Whitecaps upset HydraHeads to secure 1st Dragon Boat championship win

What they're saying

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Aug. 2—BEMIDJI — The 20th Annual Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival saw the Nordic Whitecaps take home the championship race after upsetting a local rowing dynasty. The rhythmic drumming of the dragon boats filled the air along the shores of Lake Bemidji on Saturday, as a large crowd watched the 11-time champion-winning team, the HydraHeads, finish second to the team they help train in the ...
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