British rower Helen Glover is aiming high for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. The 2012 Olympic Gold medalist has set her sights on becoming a three-time champion and taking home another gold medal. Glover started rowing at 16 when she joined a club near her family’s farm in Cornwall. She competed at the … Read more
Rowing is one of the oldest sports in Britain, with evidence of rowing competitions dating back to the 12th century. Rowing has a long and storied history in Britain and has changed a great deal over the years. We are going to take a look at the history of British rowing, how it has evolved … Read more
Marnie McBean is a Canadian legend. She is an Olympic rower who has won three gold medals and one bronze medal. Marnie’s success didn’t come easy – she had to work hard for every accomplishment she achieved. In this article, we will take a look at Marnie’s education and background, and how she got into … Read more
Kathleen Joan Heddle, born Kathleen Joan Smythe on November 12, 1966 in St. Catharines, Ontario is a Canadian rower who competed in the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympics. She won a gold medal in the eights event at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. – Kathleen Joan Heddle’s background and education Kathleen Joan Heddle was born in … Read more
Drew Ginn is one of the most accomplished rowers in Olympic history. He has competed in three Olympic games, winning a gold medal and two silver medals. But his story doesn’t start on the rowing dock; it starts in the classroom. Drew is a highly educated individual, with degrees from some of the most prestigious … Read more
It takes a special kind of person to become an Olympic champion. Pete Reed is one such individual. He has an incredible story of dedication and perseverance that led him to the top of his sport. Let’s take a closer look at the life and career of this amazing Olympian! – Pete Reed’s background and … Read more
Jack Beresford was born on the 20th of October 1897 in Stoke-on-Trent, England. He was raised in a working class family and his parents were both coal miners. Jack was one of seven children, and he had to help support his family from a young age. Despite these difficult beginnings, Jack would go on to … Read more
Heather Stanning is an Olympic rower and Army officer. She was born in December 1988 in Moray, Scotland. Heather grew up in the small town of Lossiemouth. After completing her education at The Gordon Schools, she studied mathematics at the University of Bath. While studying at university, she joined the University Boat Club and began … Read more
Helen Glover is an Olympic rower who has achieved amazing success over the years. She comes from a long line of successful rowers, and she started rowing herself when she was just 16 years old. Helen has won numerous medals at the Olympics, and she continues to be one of the best rowers in the … Read more
Matthew Pinsent is a household name in the world of rowing. He is an Olympic gold medalist and 4-time world champion. But what many people don’t know is that Matthew’s road to success was not always easy. He faced many challenges along the way, but he never gave up. In this article, we will take … Read more