<p>NCAA does not have a lightweight event. I believe the NCAA championship scoring is based on just the 3 boats I listed – up to 48 points for the varsity eight I, up to 32 points for the varsity eight II, and up to 16 points for the varsity four. Yes, most teams have extra depth beyond the minimum number for competition and novice rowers (defined as less than 1 year experience) that practice separately from varsity. The college I attended defines women’s lightweight rowing as a separate sport from standard rowing with different coaches, roster, and scheduled meets.</p>