December 2022

LET'S PULL TOGETHER

What a year we have enjoyed at Saskatchewan Rowing! From incredible performances at Canada Games and the NRC's to a big push to update our governance model and policies, the Board and staff have been busy.

In collaboration with Rowing Canada and Sasksport, we have been putting the final touches on the Safe Sport Policy and preparing our clubs and leaders for what these changes mean in our sport. Don't worry we will still enjoy all of the fun of rowing but with a new commitment to abuse free sport and ensuring that everyone has a safe and enjoyable rowing experience. Our volunteers, coaches and staff may be asked to take a few extra steps before getting involved at either the club or provincial level, but I know we agree that it is simple procedure to ensure that rowing remains fair and safe for all!

As we enter the holiday season, I want to thank our hard working Head Coach Andrew Knorr, for a fantastic year of training and competition. And thank you to our committed Board of Directors, who continue to drive forward the priorities of SaskRowing.

We are also saying goodbye to one Board member, Bruce Acton, who steps down as the club rep for Saskatoon. Thank you Bruce for your efforts.

As always, I encourage you to stay engaged with the latest information on abuse free sport. Visit our website for the latest policy updates and take the RESPECT IN SPORT training.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Nicole Golden, Executive Director

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National Rowing Championships

Sask. Rowers Take on Canada's Best at Quamichan Lake, BC

The chilly November weather in BC made Saskatchewan rowers feel a bit at home when 11 of them competed at the 2022 Rowing Canada National Rowing Championships (NRC). Athletes from 3 clubs represented the province across 5 events at the regatta.

Grayson Laycock (Saskatoon RC) competed in his last Junior category race in the U19 2-, partnering with an athlete from Rowing BC. Grayson ultimately won SILVER in a competitive field of U19 Men's 2-'s.

Pepper Howe (Saskatoon RC) raced in the U23 Women's 1x, placing 4th overall and made her way all the way up to the B Final, ultimately placing 12th overall Canada out of all Women's 1x's that competed at NRCs.

Other results from NRCs included:

5th Connor Dodds (Regina RC) U23 Men's Lightweight 1x

7th Boedy Vanthuyne and Callam Laycock (Saskatoon RC) U19 Men's 2-

10th Max Waslen (Saskatoon RC) U19 Men's 1x

10th Megan Kish (Saskatoon RC) U19 Women's 1x

10th Ellen Marion (Regina RC) U23 Women's 2-

11th Daya Wilde (Saskatoon RC) U19 Women's 1x

15th Liam Gilby (Lloydminster RC) U19 Men's 1x

28th Calvin Pally (Saskatoon RC) U19 Men's 1x

Congratulations to all athletes who competed at the event! It was another strong showing for Saskatchewan's High Performance group!

SANCTIONING 101

We are excited to offer this 90 minute refresher course on the ins and outs of sanctioning. Lead by Master Official Trainer, Mike Bagshawe, we will review what goes into a great regatta sanctioning application. All clubs who wish to host sanctioned events in the coming year are expected to attend.

Where: VIA Zoom (link to follow with your registration email)

When: January 5th, 7:30pm CST

Who: anyone involved in sanctioning, club managers, regatta chairs, umpires and coaches

Facilitator: Mike Bagshawe

To register please complete the form here. You will then receive an email with the zoom training link.

**Register no later than January 3rd, 2023 to ensure you receive the zoom link.

WE NEED YOUR HELP

This fall, we had the unfortunate experience of having some of our newly acquired umpire gear stolen. Although we are able to replace some of it, we are looking for your help to replace it all.

We are looking for a few pair of gently used binoculars to add to our umpire kits. If you have a set that you would be willing to part with, we would be extermely grateful. Please contact Nicole at skrowoffice@gmail.com.

Thank you for your consideration. If you would prefer to support with cash and receive a taxable receipt, please consider supporting through the Sport Legacy Fund. https://www.sasksport.ca/donate/sport-legacy-fund/

UPCOMING EVENTS

Jan 7, 2023 - INTRO TO ADAPTIVE ROWING

Saskatoon Rowing Club - 12noon

Regina Rowing Club - 3:30pm

This is open to anyone with injury or mobility limitations interested in trying out indoor rowing!

To register, complete this form:

https://forms.gle/uWSEGY57g81aaXaj8

Jan 14, 2023 - LLOYDMINSTER INTERCLUB SPRINT

Lloydminster Rowing club - 11am doors open, 12noon first race

Join us for a fun 1km row in Lloyd to celebrate their new indoor training centre!

To register, complete this form:

https://forms.gle/UXBEaqtNGG3sRExAA

Check our our full events calendar at www.saskrowing.ca

THANK YOU

Thank you to our donors and sponsors for your continued support!

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