Scottish Rowing Email Update November 2009
posted by Roy Sinclair - 8 Dec 2009, 8:47 a.m.
Welcome to our first electronic Update bulletin. Scottish Rowing aim to keep
you up-to-date with news and events about coaching, clubs, training, coaching,
regattas ... and all things rowing. In this issue:
AGM Update
Scottish Rowing Awards
Junior Development Camp
Training Camps at the NRA
You're welcome to forward this email to your officers and members. Anyone
wishing to be a subscribers should email jo.ramsay@scottish-rowing.org.uk with
the word 'Subscribe to SR Update' in the subject line.
AGM Update
The first Annual General meeting of the newly incorporated 'Scottish Rowing'
was held on the 18th October at the NRA. Mike Morrice (President) and Ian
White (VP Performance) reported on Scottish Rowing's work / progress this year
and also plans for the future.
The following resolutions and nominations for the Board were approved:
Rule C17 of the Rules of Racing to be changed to:
All coxswains, irrespective of the status of the event entered, must wear a
lifejacket (conforming to BS EN 396:1994 - formerly BS3595) or a buoyancy
aid of approved design whilst taking part at a regatta. Coxswains in "front
loader" positions must wear lifejackets which allow them easy escape from
their positions
Rule C2 of the Rules of Racing to be changed to:
Every boat shall carry securely affixed to the bow a solid ball of rubber or
material of similar consistency, white in colour, with a diameter of not less
than 4 centimetres, and incapable of being significantly deflected in any
direction. This protection may also be afforded by a specially shaped bow of
suitable material. This requirement shall also apply during practice.
Rule D8 of the Rules of Racing to be changed to:
D8* COXSWAINS. Coxswains of Junior crews must be Juniors and are not
sub-classified by age. Other classifications shall not be applicable to
coxswains, who shall in other respects be considered to be members of the
crew. In men's events other than Junior events, the minimum weight for
coxswains shall be 55 kg. In women's events and mixed events, the minimum
weight for coxswains shall be 50 kg. In Junior events, the minimum weight will
be 45kg. To make up this weight, the coxswain shall carry deadweight as close
as practicable to, but not on, his person. Coxswains in all categories of
events may be male or female.
That the veteran handicap applied to long distance events should increase by
1.8% of the standard time for each category from B to F inclusive, by 3.6%
from F to G, by 5.4% from G to H and by 7.2% from H to I.
Change the restriction on intermediate points to maximum 3 points average per
crew.
Ask the ROC to consider offering a 'Victor Ludorum' style club championship at
the Scottish Championships (with a non-monetary reward) and to investigate
options for implementing this.
For Scottish Rowing to support and work towards a return of the coxed four at
HIR.
Nominated Board Members
Secretary Martin Claxton
Ordinary Member (Coaching) Mary Massaro
Ordinary Member (Communication) Roy Sinclair
Ordinary Member (Governance) Tom Hewitt
Scottish Rowing Awards
At the AGM, the Scottish Rowing awards were announced as follows:
Oarsman of the Year David Smith
Oarswoman Katherine Grainger
Junior Oarsman Andrew Holmes
Junior Oarswoman Rosie Young
Vet Oarsman Gordon Kerr
Vet Oarswoman Maureen McGarvey
Coach Jim Ferguson
Volunteer Jean Ann McKinnell
Crew EUBC W2- Jen Reid & Polly
Swan
The Awards will be presented at the first available opportunity be a member of
the Board.
Junior Development Camp
The Junior Development Camp is being hosted at the National Rowing Academy on
the 9/10 January 2010. The camp is targeted at athletes in the J15 and J16
age categories (for the 2009/10 season) who have the hunger and desire to
progress their rowing to the next level. The Performance Group will also
consider nominations from talented J14's (e.g. Scottish Champions) or
latecomers to the sport making good progress at J17 level.
Applications should be made online at:
http://leejboucher.wufoo.com/forms/scottish-rowing-junior-development-camp/
This should be followed up by sending the relevant camp fee and a completed
medical consent form to the Scottish Rowing office.
Further information can be obtained from Lee Boucher - 07818 077612
(mob).
Training Camps at the NRA
Clubs from north and south of the border are busy booking the National Rowing
Academy for training sessions, days and camps. Your Academy now offers a
comprehensive package including fitness assessment, ergos, coaching, indoor
tank and outdoor rowing. We also offer video feedback, catering and
accommodation if required. To book your one-off or regular sessions, please
contact john.blair@scottish-rowing.org.uk.
(c) Scottish Rowing 2009