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Posted: 06 June 2025

This weekend, Strathclyde Park will once again play host to Scotland’s premier rowing event as the 2025 Scottish Rowing Championships return on 7–8 June. With strong entry numbers across all boat classes and a packed programme of racing, the stage is set for one of the most exciting championships in recent years.

Posted: 04 June 2025

Following the recent recruitment of Ian Munro to the Scottish Rowing Board of Directors as the Non-Executive Director for Performance, Scottish Rowing are pleased to welcome the newest members of the Performance Advisory Group (PAG).

The Performance Advisory Group is a sub-committee of the Scottish Rowing Board and acts to support the delivery of the Scottish Rowing Performance Pathway. The group supports the development of the strategic direction of the Pathway, monitor its progress and effectiveness in working towards its Long Term Outcomes, as well as the management of selection policies and processes for the Scotland Rowing Team & Scottish Rowing Performance Programme.

Posted: 02 June 2025

The GB Rowing Team started the new Olympiad with a bang as they travelled to Plovdiv, Bulgaria to race at the 2025 European Rowing Championships, topping the overall medal table with a total of six Gold medals.

2025 06 GBM8 Benedict Tufnell for British Rowing

Image shows eight rowers plus their cox celebrating their gold medal win in the M8+. They are all in navy and white GB racing kit and are holding the GB flag and some have ceremonial flowers in hand.

Photo credit: Benedict Tufnell | British Rowing

Posted: 27 May 2025

Following the recent announcement by the Commonwealth Rowing Association that Barbados will be hosting the 2025 Beach Sprint Championships (CRABSC) on Brownes Beach, Bridgetown; Scottish Rowing are pleased to announce the Selection Policy for the Scotland Rowing Team for both athletes & coaches.

Posted: 16 May 2025

Scottish Rowing acknowledges the outcome from Aberdeen Sheriff Court today involving a coach from a Scottish Rowing affiliated club. Our thoughts are first and foremost with those affected by this case, and we acknowledge the courage of those who came forward to give evidence.

Today’s conviction and disposal of the criminal proceedings follows a longstanding investigation that was initiated by Scottish Rowing following concerns of a safeguarding nature that were raised directly with the governing body in 2020. Following an initial assessment by Scottish Rowing, this individual was placed under a precautionary suspension in April 2021.

Posted: 15 May 2025

Scottish Rowing can confirm that following a sports disciplinary panel hearing, the Board of Scottish Rowing has banned an individual for a minimum period of 10 years. If the individual wishes to return to rowing following this minimum period, specific conditions determined by Scottish Rowing would require to be met in full. This process remains ongoing as the individual has a right to appeal against the decision of the disciplinary panel.

Posted: 15 May 2025

The Scottish Rowing Spring Regatta returned to Strathclyde Park over Easter weekend, bringing together 680 competitors from 34 clubs across Scotland, England, and Ireland. With over half the crews (50.16%) comprising of women’s entries, the regatta showcased the depth and diversity of talent in UK rowing. The two-day event featured nail-biting finishes, standout performances, and a vibrant atmosphere both on and off the water.

Posted: 09 May 2025

BUCS Regatta, a key event for anyone in the university rowing scene, was already the largest regatta in Europe, but this year it expanded its schedule beyond the May bank holiday and added a fourth day of racing to its schedule as the 2025 event kicked off at midday on Friday 2nd May.

Posted: 02 May 2025

Scottish Rowing is committed to fostering a safe, fair, and inclusive environment for all who wish to participate in our sport. We recognise that balancing the principles of inclusion and fairness in competition presents complex and sensitive challenges.

Following careful consideration, the Board of Scottish Rowing has chosen to adopt the British Rowing Trans and Non-Binary Competition and Eligibility Policy and Procedures with effect from 1 June 2025. This policy is consistent with the recent approach approved by World Rowing, our sport’s international governing body.

Under the policy, only individuals assigned female at birth will be eligible to compete in the women’s competitive category. This decision has been guided by the need to uphold fairness in female competition, while aligning with national and international sporting frameworks.

Find the full statement here.

Posted: 01 May 2025

Scottish Rowing is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Munro, Rector of Dollar Academy, as its new Non-Executive Director (Performance). Ian’s extensive experience in both rowing and educational leadership will be a significant asset, bringing valuable insights to the Board of Directors and direction to Scottish Rowing’s performance strategy.

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2025 Scottish Rowing Championships Set for Record-Breaking Weekend at Strathclyde Park

Scottish Rowing recruits several new members onto the new-look Performance Advisory Group

Medals galore for Scottish Debutants as the GB Rowing Team shine at 2025 European Rowing Championships in Bulgaria

Scotland Rowing Team announce the Selection Policy for the 2025 Commonwealth Rowing Association Beach Sprint Championships in Barbados

Statement from Scottish Rowing

Statement from Scottish Rowing

Highlights and Results from the 2025 Scottish Spring Regatta

Eight Scottish Universities represent at BUCS Regatta

Statement from the Board of Scottish Rowing on the Adoption of the British Rowing Trans and Non-Binary Competition and Eligibility Policy

Scottish Rowing welcomes Ian Munro to the Board of Directors

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