From the Olympic waters of England to the surf of Italy’s Mediterranean coastline, South African rowers continue to demonstrate their ability to compete with distinction across multiple rowing formats and international stages.

Over the past few weeks, South Africa’s emerging school talent and experienced coastal rowers have represented the country with pride in two very different environments:

• The South African Schools Rowing Union (SASRU) Under-16 squad gained invaluable experience on tour in the United Kingdom,
• Murray Bales-Smith and Violante Lama took on some of the world’s best coastal rowers at the Filippi Lido Trophy in Naples, Italy.

These performances provide an encouraging start to the international season and highlight the growing depth of South African rowing across multiple disciplines.

SASRU Under-16 Squad Gains Valuable International Experience

The South African Schools Rowing Union Under-16 touring squad, comprising 27 athletes from 11 leading South African schools, departed South Africa on 29 April for a development tour to the United Kingdom. The squad represented schools from Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, reflecting the strength and diversity of school rowing in South Africa.

Thank You to RMB

Rowing South Africa extends its sincere thanks to Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) for their continued support of South African rowing. RMB’s partnership plays a vital role in creating opportunities for athletes to compete internationally, gain invaluable experience and continue pursuing excellence on the world stage. Through this support, South African rowers are able to test themselves against the very best in the world and return home stronger, more experienced and inspired for the season ahead.

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Annie Hodes

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