Mpumi Receives his SA Colours

Mpumi receives congratulations from the Rector on the award of SA colours for rowing.

Mpumi will be rowing in the Mens U19 double at the World Championships to be held in Austria in July.


Congratulations from everyone at Bishop Bavin Rowing.

We are extremely proud of your achievements and wish you all the best at Worlds.

Images from Long Row 22nd June

An early start for everyone - We fielded 4 quads - everyone arrived on time despite the early start and cold conditions.

The Open Boys quad off to a strong start - Matt had given each boat a "game plan" so they could use the route to practice various exercises.



The Open Girls are on their way (Kirsty shows off the latest head gear)

Kirsty without head gear - everyone looking comfortable

The Open Girls again - in good spirits

The Junior Girls quad (about now, they realised that there were still 24Km to go.....)

The Junior Girls again - 23.8Km to go

From the position of the blades you would never saythat this is the first time they have rowed together. Well done girls !!

Claire flys the flag for the Open Girls Quad

Isobella looks confident in the driver's seat of the Junior Girls quad

There were spectators at various points along the route which added a real "festival" feel

The birthday girls (Kate and Kiara)

Jacinta

Renato shows off his dream house

A boat load of Vietnamese refuges - obviously lost

A boat load of Bedfordview refugees ? (Richard, Chris Ashley and Josh)

Tyler wonders exactly what Isobella has passed back for lunch

The Open Girls minus a few layers of clothing

Claire at the helm of the Open Girls quad

Wesley wishes he had brought the doughnut ring
Scott demonstrates why discarding used chewing gum is a crimal offence in many countries

The Junior boys quad were so far ahead that we only caught up to them at the end
The Open Boys quad about to pass the Brady bunch

The morning quickly warmed up - hell in Africa hey !!

The Junior Boys at the finish line
You would never have guessd that they have just rowed 30Km !!The faces say it all (Ross and Alex)



Ryan relaxes after a long hard row.........yeh right !!

This is what it's all about...................

A big thank you to all the parents who helped organise this event (it really is appreciated) and congratulations to everyone who participated in the Long Row regatta.

Next year ? Who knows...................

Regatta Calendar 2008/09

The regatta calendar for 2008/09 is as follows:

September 20th: All Ages - St. Stithians Regatta - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

October 4th: J16/19 - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

October 11th: All Ages - Wemmer Sprints (Wemmer Pan)

Oct 18th: All Ages - Jeppe Regatta - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Oct 18th: All Ages - Natal Schools Champs - (Albert Falls)

Oct 25th: J16/J19 - St. Johns Regatta - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Nov 1st & 2nd: Gauteng Schools Champs - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Jan 17th: - Boys only Regatta - Jeppe Regatta - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Jan 24th: Girls only Regatta - St. Andrews Regatta - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Jan 30th & 31st: All Ages - VLC Regatta - (Germiston Lake)

Feb 7th & 8th: J16/J19 - Riviera Regatta - (Vaal River)

Feb 14th: J14/J15 - Bishop Bavin Regatta - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Feb 21st: J16/J19 - Buffalo/Selborne Regatta - (East London)

Feb 21st: All ages regatta in Gauteng (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Feb 28th: J14/J15 - Parktown Regatta - (Wemmer/Roodeplaat)

Mar 6th to 8th: All Ages - SA Schools Champs - (Venue to be confirmed)

Mpumi Makes Team for Junior Worlds

Congratulations to Mpumi Geza who has made the team to attend the Junior World Championships Rowing competition which will be held in Austria in July.

We are extremely proud of you and wish you all the very best.

Introduction to Rowing at Bishop Bavin School

WHY ROWING ?

Rowing is far less visible than Rugby, Netball, Swimming etc and most parents have little or no experience of the sport, however there are many reasons why new pupils should consider rowing as their school sport.

The sport of rowing (at school level) demands a very high level of commitment, not only from the rowers themselves but from parents, coaches and staff who maintain and run the Club. Teamwork, dedication, self-discipline and persistence are an integral part of rowing whether novice or seasoned campaigner. The benefits to any child participating in such an environment are obvious. It is no accident that rowing is offered as a sport at most top schools and universities around the world.

Rowing also offers plenty of opportunity for pupils to mix and socialize with different age groups within the school as well as with their peers in other rowing schools in a safe and controlled environment.

Rowing is more than just a sport to the girls and boys who participate; it provides them with a sense of determination and strength of character.

WHY BISHOP BAVIN ?

Rowing was first introduced at Bishop Bavin in 1994 and despite the relatively small student body and limited resources the school has gone onto win the Melanie Rawbone trophy for best Co-Ed school at the SA Schools Championships 5 times over the past 6 years, and last season won the Derek Read trophy for best boys sculling school.

WHO CAN ROW ?

Rowing at Bishop Bavin is open to boys and girls from grade 6 upwards. All are welcome !!

SAFETY

Safety is a priority; therefore novice rowers are trained to complete a standard sculling test which is set out by the SA Schools Rowing Union (SASRU). This ensures that they are equipped to handle any eventuality whilst on the water. Our coaches are all highly skilled and some have competed at National level. Above all they have great passion for rowing and are committed to the sport.


THE ROWING SEASON

Fitness training for senior rowers takes place throughout the year; however the season begins in earnest with a camp in the last week of the August holidays and culminates in the SA Schools Championships in early March. This camp is great fun and not to be missed ! It allows coaches the opportunity to check fitness levels, assess potential and improve rowing skills.

TRAINING

Training is scheduled during the week at Germiston Lake where the school’s boat shed is located. The school bus takes the rowers to and from the lake, leaving after school and returning around 17:30. Land based training takes place in the gym and on the sports fields at school.

WANT TO KNOW MORE ?

A copy of the rowing club’s information and etiquette guide is available from the school public relations office or the Rowing Parents Support Group.

HOW TO JOIN ?

All newcomers who are interested in rowing ( from grade 6 upwards) can contact Mrs. Renee Blackie (082 721 2009) or the Chairperson of the rowing parents support group, Eric Donaldson (082 451 5056).