12 February 2025
Buffalo River Regatta Report:
The Buffalo River Regatta is the most exciting tour to participate in as part of Bishop's Rowing. It stands out because it is a national regatta, providing the opportunity to compete with athletes from all over the country. Unlike the South African Championships (SA Champs), Buffalo has less pressure, making it the perfect event to test yourself and see where you stand against the competition leading up to the SA Champs.
Regarding performance, Bishops Rowing did well across the U16 and Open age groups. The 1st VIII put everything into their races and successfully showcased what Bishops Rowing represents, with a notable podium finish during the sprints day in the 4. The U16 crews also performed admirably, securing podium finishes in the 500m and 2000m events. The 2nd VIII had a particularly impressive regatta, clinching 1st place in their category for the 500m (Selborne Sprints) and narrowly coming 2nd to KEZ in the 2000m (Buffalo Regatta) race.
One of the most enjoyable aspects of the tour was the camaraderie and team spirit that the Bishops Rowing Club displayed. Even when we faced challenges or didn’t place as high as we had hoped - our club’s morale remained high. A memorable moment was when the entire team gathered on the dock to cheer for our crews as they raced down the course. This act of unity and support truly embodied the Bishop's spirit.
I enjoyed the friendly competition at the regatta and the chance to meet rowers from other schools. It was a humbling experience that taught me not to be overly confident, as the Gauteng schools were competitive. Despite setbacks, the regatta was a great learning experience and a testament to our club’s resilience and integrity.
Overall, this year’s Buffalo River Regatta was a great success and displayed Bishops rowing talent and team spirit. I am already looking forward to the next one!
Report by:
Max Marshall Smith
Results:
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Buffalo Regatta
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Selborne Sprints
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1st VIII (First 8):
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1st VIII (First 8):
5th - 8+ (Eight)
5th & 7th - 4+ (Coxed Four)
2nd - 4- (Coxless Four)
5th - 2- (Pair)
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2nd VIII (Second 8):
2nd - 8+ (Eight)
5th - 4+ (Coxed Four)
1st - 4- (Coxless Four)
6th - 2- (Pair)
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2nd VIII (Second 8):
1st & 3rd - 8+ (Eight)
4th - 4+ (Coxed Four)
1st - 4- (Coxless Four)
2nd, 3rd , 4th - 2- (Pair)
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U16 Squad:
4th - 8+ (Eight)
4th - 4+ (Coxed Four)
4th - 4- (Coxless Four)
2nd - 1x (Scull)
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U16 Squad:
3rd - 8+ (Eight)
4th - 4+ (Coxed Four)
4th - 4- (Coxless Four)
2nd - 1x (Scull)
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