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Posted: 19 January 2026

Scottish Rowing was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ken McCracken of JRD Partnership on 4 November 2025.

JRD Partnership has served as Scottish Rowing’s accountants for more than two decades, and during that time Ken, as Managing Partner, was not only a trusted professional adviser but also a valued friend and colleague to our organisation. Many within the Scottish Rowing community will have known Ken personally through his long-standing support of Scottish Rowing and his regular attendance at our Annual General Meetings.

Ken will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with his wife and three daughters at this difficult time, and with all of his colleagues at JRD Partnership.

Posted: 16 January 2026

Scottish Rowing welcomes the Scottish Government’s decision this week to increase funding for sport in the year ahead, with a clear focus on supporting the work of governing bodies.

Alongside many other sports, Scottish Rowing has been part of the Sports Governing Bodies CEO/COO Forum over the past year, working collectively through the Running on Empty campaign to highlight the real impact of years of standstill funding. The campaign set out, clearly and constructively, how rising costs and flat budgets have placed increasing strain on organisations across the sector.

Read more: Scottish Rowing Statement | Scottish Government Budget

Posted: 14 January 2026

The Scottish Argonauts Project offers a unique opportunity for Scottish junior rowers to train and compete in eights at national-level events, specifically the Women’s Eights Head of the River Race(14 March 2026) and the Head of the River Race (28 March 2026) on the Tideway. This long-standing initiative is a key component of the Junior Performance Pathway.

Image: Scottish Rowing, Scottish Argonauts crew training on the Tideway.

Read more: Scottish Argonauts Project 2026

Posted: 17 December 2025

Scottish Rowing have an exciting vacancy in our Performance Pathway Coaching Team. We are looking for an ambitious and energetic coach who can provide high quality support to athletes on the Performance Pathway in Scotland.

Read more: Vacancy: Performance Development Coach

Posted: 19 December 2025

The Scottish Rowing team will take an extended break over the holiday period, and our office will be closed from Friday 19 December, reopening on Monday 5 January. During this time, phones and mailboxes will not be monitored.

All the team at Scottish Rowing wish you and your loved ones a joyful festive season and a happy, healthy New Year. Thank you for your continued support - we look forward to an exciting 2026 together.

Posted: 19 December 2025

Dear Member,

As we approach the end of 2025, I want to thank you for being part of the Scottish Rowing community this year. The festive period is a time to celebrate and reflect - to recognise the progress we’ve made together and appreciate the strength of our rowing family.

Read more: Festive Message from Scottish Rowing