Transport to Womens Henley Regatta: Gary Bain is driving a trailer down to HWR. If any Scottish club would like a boat transported down, could they email Gary. The plan is to pick-up at Strathclyde Park at approx 8pm-9pm on Wednesday 14th June.
Single for sale: A Sims 1x for sale on the sales & wants page.
28 May
National Schools Regatta: Some more news from Nottingham - George Watsons College have won J14 4x+ (the Canterbury Cup) and the same crew has finished in silver medal position in J15 4+. Well done to Craig Mabon, Calum McBrierty, Michael Walker and Andrew Gilmore and coxes Patrick Murray (J14 4x+) and Jack Freeland (J15 4+).
A gold medal for Aberdeen Schools in WJ14 2x, crew of Iona Riley and Jamie Steel, winning the Tristan Hewins Cup.
Sean Dixon and Murray Wilkojc of George Watsons College have won the J16 2x event. Jonathan Rankin of George Watsons College has also come 5th in J15 1x.
Regatta Deadline: Reminder that entries for Scottish Championships close at 5pm on Tuesday 30 May (and also that Monday 29th is a bank holiday).
Photographs from Castle Semple Regatta: There are some pictures of the Castle Semple Regatta on the Clyde Gallery.
Items for Sale: Some new items on the sales and wants page (typos now corrected!).
27 May
National Schools Regatta: News from Nottingham - George Heriots School RC have won silver in the Girls (J18) 4+, congratulations to Ursula Braun, Laura McGhie, Polly Swann, Ealasaid Manson and cox Neil Dugan. No results up on the website as yet, but our reporters in Nottingham have also sent word that George Heriots and George Watsons schools have taken 4th and 5th places respectively in the School 4+ (J18) event.
World Cup, Munich: Lindsay Dick was unfortunately unable to race at Munich, as her doubles partner has an injury. Katherine Grainger and the GB women's quad continued their winning ways, coming through the field to win their event.
John McArthur: John has now finished his work as Scotland coach. Any future business relating to SARA should now be addressed to the appropriate person (see contacts page).
25 May
SARA Awards Dinner: Tickets and table bookings are still available via SARA Administrator Jo Ramsay (01698 267266). The dinner
starts at 7.30pm, for an 8pm dinner, and dress code is lounge suit/cocktail dress. The shortlist of nominations for awards is below.
Oarsman of the Year:
Jonny Logan (Glasgow University BC)
Gavin Shaw (Aberden University BC)
Oarswoman of the Year:
Katherine Grainger (St Andrew BC)
Maureen McGarvey (Strathclyde Park RC)
Junior Oarsman of the Year:
Daniel Prescott (Glasgow RC)
Joseph Barton (Strathclyde Park RC)
Daniel Shankland (Castle Semple RC)
Junior Oarswoman of the Year:
Stephanie McDowall (George Heriots School RC)
Karina Williams (George Heriots School RC/Dundee University BC)
Rowing Coach of the Year:
Ian Munro (George Heriots School RC)
Mike Foster (Glasgow University BC)
Peter Barton (Strathclyde Park RC)
Volunteer of the Year:
Tom McGuinness (Clydesdale ARC)
Gary Bain (Aberdeen University BC)
Ailie Ord (Strathclyde Park RC)
Crew of the Year:
Alistair Sarahs (Nithsdale ARC) and Daniel Prescott (Glasgow RC)
George Heriot's School RC junior women's squad
Jonny and Chris Logan (Glasgow University BC)
24 May
World Cup and National Schools Regattas: Two events are taking place this weekend with Scottish interest. Starting on Thursday, the first World Cup of 2006 takes place in Munich. Lindsay Dick will be representing GB in the Womens Lwt 2x and Katherine Grainger in the Womens 4x. Back home, 26 crews from six Scottish clubs are racing at the National Schools Regatta at Holme Pierrepont.
Metropolitan Regatta: There is a trailer heading down to the Met Regatta from Aberdeen which may have space to transport other Scottish boats. If you are interested, please email Ali Paterson for further information.
Photograph: Inverness Rowing Club winning womens novice coxed quads at Castle Semple Regatta
18 May
Dreher Oars Try-out: Dreher Oars are now available to borrow for a trial two weeks. The following are available:-
Rowing: four Big Blade adjustables.
Sculling: four pairs Big Blade adjustables, one pair Apex adjustables, one pair Apex round adjustables.
If you want to try these for yourself or your club, Contact Peter Barton on 07834 472460 and he will put them into the SPRC trailer and bring them to the regatta. It is your responsibility to return them to him either at Strathclyde Park or at a future regatta.
17 May
Castle Semple Regatta: The Draw, Circulation Pattern and Safety Notice for Saturday's regatta are now on-line. There is fantastic entry for this regatta, making it the largest one day event in Scotland - bigger than SPR or Scot Champs. As safety is paramount can all spectators PLEASE take note of the amended circulation pattern as we have had to add another lane to accommodate the large entry. Also due to the high entry can competitors please note that changes to race times will not be possible due to the high levels of clashes - unfortunately we could not account for coxing clashes. We look forward to seeing everyone on Saturday - don't forget to bring your racing licence!
Missing blade: Lost, much loved Oarsport cleaver, purple spoon with white triangle on the end, one red stripe on the loom near the plastic handle. Sadly we don't know where or when, but would appreciate any information as his brothers and sisters are missing him! Contact Carol Wallace at Aberdeen Boat Club if you've seen him.
16 May
SARA Annual Awards Dinner: Scotland's double world champion and double Olympic silver medallist Katherine Grainger has agreed to be the main speaker at the SARA Awards Dinner on Saturday June 3rd.
Katherine, who is SARA's Honorary President, is currently ranked at number 7 among FISA's top female internationalists and will be keen to move up the rankings this summer as she builds up to the Beijing Olympic Games.
The dinner's main aim is to honour Bob Neill of George Heriot's School as he steps down from his position after decades of service to his school and the Scottish Schools' Rowing Council.
Nominations for the various categories are still open, and as a reminder, here is some information about the categories:
Scottish Oarsman of the Year
Scottish Oarswoman of the Year
Scottish Junior Oarsman of the Year
Scottish Junior Oarswoman of the Year
Scottish Rowing Coach of the Year
Scottish Rowing Volunteer of the Year
Scottish Rowing Crew of the Year
You can enter by sending your completed nomination form to Jo Ramsay by email or post.
Tickets and table bookings are available via SARA Administrator Jo Ramsay (01698 267266). Special accommodation rates are available by contacting the Edinburgh Capital Hotel direct (0131 535 9988), mentioning that you're attending the SARA dinner.
Walter Scott and Partners Edinburgh vs Glasgow Boat Race: Our man on the scene reports that the Walter Scott and Partners Edinburgh vs Glasgow Boat race was staged in gloriously sunny conditions, as Glasgow Green was besieged with picnicing rowing fans (as well as some curious locals). Top honours were shared between the east-west rivals, with Edinburgh winning the womens race and Glasgow taking the mens. The rest of the day saw local victories in both reserve races and the womens Graduate contest, with the visitors claiming the Novice ergo challenge and the Graduate mens sprint.
Photograph: Iain Giffin of Glasgow University Boat Club receiving the Quaich for Mens Eights. Photo courtesy of Niall Darroch.
15 May
Rules of Racing: At recent regattas there have been a couple of issues which Sandy Walker, Convenor of Racing Control, would bring to the attention of competitors.
Before entering events, clubs and competitors must check their eligibility. Rule A14 requires Clubs to ensure that their entrants are properly qualified for the event i.e. are licenced, are the correct age and are the correct status. Anyone whose licence card does not say 'Novice' under 'Rowing' or 'Sculling' on the front of the card is NOT eligible to compete as a Novice in that discipline. Equally if their card has been punched under either discipline they are no longer able to race as a Novice in that discipline. A Club making a wrong entry may be fined a penalty fee. If in doubt ask.
Rule C7 requires every competitor to wear the colours of the club that he/she represents. Some competitors consider this rule to be unimportant and that it can be ignored. Competitors should be in no doubt, compliance is essential to assist Umpires in controlling racing and crews should be aware that failure to conform may lead to disqualification.
13 May
Breaking news!: Lindsay Dick from Glagsow Rowing Club is to represent Great Britain in the lightweight double at the first World Cup event, being held in Munich in May. This is a very rare achievement for a Scotland based athelete - congratulations to Lindsay.
12 May
Regatta Commentators step up to the mike!: The regatta commentary team at Strathclyde Park is on the look out for new members. A clear voice, GSOH (plus tact!), and a broad knowledge of rowing and rowers are the only qualifications. Ideally, we seek people who have few other commitments at regattas (its difficult to work commentary round busy competing or umpiring schedules) and who would look forward to being long term members of the team. We cover SPR and Scottish Championships annually together with major events as they appear inc Home International and Commonwealths this year, World Under 23s next year. Email Terry McNeill if you would like to volunteer you could even do your first shift at Scot Champs on 10-11 June this year.
11 May
Castle Semple Regatta: Reminder that entries for Castle Semple Regatta close this Sunday, 14th May. Full details on the Events & Results page.
Ghent photographs: Some more photographs from Ghent Regatta (mostly from Saturday, due to the rain on Sunday!).
10 May
Scottish Championships: The details for Scot Champs 2006 on 10 and 11 June are now on the right-hand side of this page. As usual, please type up your entries and please check that you have used the correct day's form.
Transport for a single to Stampfli: Tom Hewitt is collecting a single from Stamfli at the end of May. If anyone needs a single taken to Stampfli or Janousek from the Central Belt, Tom would be happy to take it for a share of the petrol costs (boats could also be collected from Strathclyde Park or the M74 services). Tom can be contacted by email or telephone 01698 458480 (home), 07973 498066 (mobile).
9 May
North-East Regatta: The draw for this weekend's regatta is now posted on the Committee of the Dee website.
Clydesdale Regatta: The results of the regatta held last weekend are now on the Clydesdale ARC website. Pictures of the event will soon be posted on the Clyde Gallery.
Farewell to John McArthur: SARA are holding an informal evening to mark John McArthur's departure from his current role as National Coach - this will be held at the Living Room, 150 St Vincents Street, Glasgow at 7.30pm on Saturday 13th May.
Participation Manager: SARA is looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic Participation Manager to lead the delivery of its programme. Further details here.
Sales page: Several new items for sale, including a single scull and blades on the sales and wants page.
Photograph: Clyde Men's Eight, winners of MOpen 8 at the Clydesdale Regatta. Photo: Mo Villiers.
8 May
Ghent Regatta: There was a large Scottish contingent racing at the Belgian International Regatta in Ghent over the weekend. Plenty of medals were won, several giving us some very exciting racing to watch. The Belgian organisers ran a very well organised event, with only a few schedule slips in some rather driech weather on Sunday. Results are on the regatta website - a summary of the medal winners is below.
Saturday MLwt 2x: C Logan, J Logan (GUBC) - gold WLwt 2x: M Chalmers (UTRC), M McGarvey (SPRC) - gold W 2-: E Dorman (CARC), S McDowell (AUBC) - gold MLwt 4x: C Logan (GUBC), P McGuigan (ABC), R Collings (SABC), J Logan (GUBC) - silver (behind the Belgian U23 squad) W 2-: R Quane (GUBC), G Toal (AUBC) - silver MLwt 2-: D McNeil, D Taylor (ABC) - silver MJ18 1x: D Prescott (GRC) - silver (in a field of over 60) M 4+: C Williamson, L Carr, R Cruickshank, A Sinclair, M Boyle (ABC) - bronze (in a photofinish between 2nd & 3rd)
Sunday MLwt 2x: C Logan, J Logan (GUBC) - gold W 4-: E Dorman (CARC), S McDowell (AUBC), F Hunter, A Aitken (ABC) - gold M 2x: C Logan, J Logan (GUBC) - silver (behind the Belgian squad 2x) WU23 1x: L Crighton (AUBC) - silver WLwt 2x: V Sims (MRC), M McGarvey (SPRC) - bronze MLwt 4-: D McNeill, D Taylor (ABC), D Murray, S Livy (GWC) - bronze WLwt 4x: M Chalmers (UTRC), V Sims (MRC), M McGarvey (SPRC), G Toal (AUBC) - bronze MLwt 2x: G Syms (GWC), C Phillips (CARC) - bronze MJ18 1x: D Prescott (GRC) - bronze
Photographs: Maureen McGarvey and MaryAnn Chalmers winning gold in womens lwt 2x on Saturday (Maureen regaining the title she won in 1993!) and Chris and Jonny Logan winning gold in mens lwt 2x on Sunday. Photos J Wherrett.
4 May
Driving on Glasgow Green: Could all rowers driving on Glasgow Green please remember to drive at the specified speed limit of 5mph (if possible without stalling), and also to use their hazard lights when driving in the Green. There have been some warnings about rowing club members driving at excessive speed and swerving around pedestrians. Discussions are currently underway with Glasgow City Council and the Park Rangers and outcomes will be posted on this page.
3 May
Clydesdale Regatta: Here is the provisional draw and note of events not running and events where crews have been moved up to the next event. Can all competitors remember that they MUST have their licence cards available for punching in the event of winning a qualifying race.
North-East Regatta: The closing date for the regatta in Aberdeen is Sunday 7th May. Information for the events is available on the Committee of the Dee website.
Sims 1x for sale: A single scull new on the Sales and Wants page.
2 May
Further BUSA Results: There were five more Scottish crews reaching finals in Monday's BUSA races. Glasgow University BC won gold in Mens Junior Lwt 1x and silver in Mens Champ Lwt 1x. Glasgow University and Edinburgh University also reached the finals of Championship eights in the mens and womens events respectively.
In the BUSA Sprint Events, held on Sunday, Heriot-Watt University took three medals - gold in women's novice 4+ and Concept2 women's fresher's 8 and bronze in men's champ 4x-. Heriot-Watt UBC also have some blades for sale on the Sales and Wants page.
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Metropolitan Regatta: There is a trailer heading down to the 
Walter Scott and Partners Edinburgh vs Glasgow Boat Race: Our man on the scene reports that the Walter Scott and Partners Edinburgh vs Glasgow Boat race was staged in gloriously sunny conditions, as Glasgow Green was besieged with picnicing rowing fans (as well as some curious locals). Top honours were shared between the east-west rivals, with Edinburgh winning the womens race and Glasgow taking the mens. The rest of the day saw local victories in both reserve races and the womens Graduate contest, with the visitors claiming the Novice ergo challenge and the Graduate mens sprint.
North-East Regatta: The draw for this weekend's regatta is now posted on the 
Ghent Regatta: There was a large Scottish contingent racing at the Belgian International Regatta in Ghent over the weekend. Plenty of medals were won, several giving us some very exciting racing to watch. The Belgian organisers ran a very well organised event, with only a few schedule slips in some rather driech weather on Sunday. Results are on the 
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