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Weekend Wrap Up
With Scottish rowers in action at home and abroad there was lots of activity on the water at the weekend and we pick out some of the highlights.
World Rowing Cup II
The second World Cup of the season took place in Varese, Italy, with the GB Rowing Team continuing their majestic form and topping the medal table once again with six gold medals, three silver and two bronze, along with two world best times.
PRIDE: Webinar 28th June 7pm
Posted: 22 June 2023
We are delighted to announce the details for our Pride webinar, which will take place on 28th June at 7pm.
Chaired by Sam Winton, the webinar will look at the contribution LGBTQ+ people make to sport and sports clubs and consider what the future holds for LGBTQ+ inclusion. We would like to invite you to submit any questions or topics you might have in advance to help us make the webinar as relevant as we can. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions on the night.
2023 Henley Women’s Regatta – Ones to Watch
Posted: 15 June 2023
Henley Women’s Regatta (HWR) gets underway on Friday with a record entry of 518 crews. In total, 119 women and girls have travelled down from Scotland to compete in the premier regatta for women in the United Kingdom along with dozens of coaches, parents and supporters.
Here we look at some of the Scottish crews and athletes to watch:
Mike Martin takes on the role as National Schools’ Regatta Chairman from June 2023
Posted: 07 June 2023
National Schools’ Regatta today officially announces Mike Martin, previously NSR Committee Member as Chairman effective from 1st June 2023. Mike succeeds George Hammond, who recently announced his retirement from the role having served for nearly 40 years on the Committee.
Read more: Mike Martin takes on the role as National Schools’ Regatta Chairman from June 2023
Scottish Rowing appoints new Anti-Doping Advisory Group
Posted: 26 May 2023
As we come to the end of Clean Sport Week 2023 – with the theme of ‘Teamwork in Clean Sport’ - Scottish Rowing is pleased to announce the composition of our new Anti-Doping Advisory Group.
Read more: Scottish Rowing appoints new Anti-Doping Advisory Group
The University of Edinburgh to become Scottish Rowing’s High Performance Partner
Posted: 25 May 2023
Scottish Rowing and the University of Edinburgh have agreed to extend their successful partnership by a further six years.
Success at the highest level
Rowing has been one of Scotland’s leading Olympic sports over several cycles, consistently punching above its weight both domestically and internationally with Scottish rowers making up one fifth of Team GB at Tokyo 2020 including three who came through the University of Edinburgh programme. Over the last ten years students and alumni of the University have achieved over fifty Great Britain international vests across the European, World and Olympic stage.
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Harry Guy, 6th Year Medicine Student, 22/23 Boat Club President
Lee Boucher, Head of Performance Pathway, Scottish Rowing
Ross Simpson, Assistant Director and Head of Sport, The University of Edinburgh
Mia Freischem, 4th Year Chemistry student, 23/24 Boat Club President
Read more: The University of Edinburgh to become Scottish Rowing’s High Performance Partner
New: Summer Rowing Camps for Juniors!
Posted: 26 May 2023
The Scottish Rowing Centre is excited to announce details of our new summer camp programme for junior rowers who have experience of competing regularly in domestic competition and aspire to racing at a higher level.
Dates:
31st July- 4th August: J14 and J15 rowers*
7th – 11th August 2023: J16 and J17 rowers*
Mental Health Week - Anxiety in Sport
Posted: 17 May 2023
Anxiety is a prevalent mental health condition that can significantly impact an athlete's performance and overall well-being. Within the realm of sports, the pressure to succeed, constant evaluation, and high expectations can contribute to heightened levels of anxiety. The Mental Health Foundation sheds light on this issue, providing valuable insights into the effects of anxiety on athletes. This article explores the relationship between anxiety and sport, drawing upon the knowledge and research presented by the Mental Health Foundation.
Five Scottish GB hopefuls travel to Germany for the first set of international races of the 2023 season
Posted: 22 May 2023
Following both the U19 and U23/Senior GB Rowing Team trials in April, five Scottish based athletes were selected to race in some early regatta season development events for the GB Rowing Team, two U19’s went to the Munich International Junior Regatta and two U23’s & one Senior athlete raced at the Duisburg International Wedau Regatta.
Will Fletcher
Coastal Sculling comes to Ayr Beach
Posted: 18 May 2023
Ayr Beach hosted its first ever coastal sculling event on Sunday as the Scotland Rowing Team Beach Sprints Regatta came to South Ayrshire.
The event was delivered by Scottish Rowing with support from South Ayrshire Council and other local partners and formed part of the selection process for athletes seeking selection to both Scotland and Great Britain teams in 2023.
