Saturday 1st October 2011
Traditionally, Runcorn R C Autumn Small Boats Head Race is raced in challenging weather conditions on the River Weaver however this year it will be remembered for the sunshine and high temperatures the rowers had to endure. This race attracts a lot of entries from the region as it is the first long distance race of the winter season for many.
Northwich Rowing Club sent a number of crews to the event held on Sat 1 October. The younger junior crews race a shorter distance of 2,500 meters while the older juniors, seniors and masters race the longer distance of 4,500 meters.
The club was delighted to return with four wins.
Two wins in the morning division, the Women’s Masters C/D coxed four continue their unbroken run of wins through the year in this category and WJ14A coxed quad.
Two wins in the afternoon division, the Masters D/E coxed four and J13 coxed quad having a very decisive win in this their first long distance race finishing well ahead of their rivals Warrington and Runcorn.
Crew names:-
Mas D/E coxed four
Steve Wignal, Simon Bannister, Tom Kilkenny, Nev Hand (s)
Cox James Morrison
W.Mas C/D coxed four
Carolyn MacRitchie, Clare Briegal, Carole Riddell, Elaine Young (s)
Cox Jonty Moore
J13 coxed quad
Sam Platt, George Crouchley, Lawrence Williams, Greg Murphy (s)
Cox Jack Hudson
WJ14 coxed quad
Vicky Gardner, Callie Bloodworth, India Trigg, Emma Roberts (s)
Cox Jack Hudson
J13 coxed quad
L-R Jack Hudson (cox), Lawrence Williams,
Sam Platt, George Crouchley, Greg Murphy.
Next race for the club will be Agecroft Autumn Head Sat 15th Oct at Salford Quays, Manchester
