Hashtag: #Rowing
Rowers Inspired By Guest Speakers
[Written by Barbara O’Shaughnessy] Members of the Bermuda Rowing Association, along with fellow rowing enthusiasts, were inspired by the “Believe You Can” presentation delivered by Cameron Parker and Theresa Patricios, who participated in the 2023 Pacific Discovery rowing expedition from Monterey, California, to Hawaii. Their remarkable journey... Read more of this article
Longtails Rowing Club Growing In Size
[Written by Stephen Wright] The Longtails Rowing Club’s youth community is expanding quickly, with membership rising to 18 young rowers and the number of volunteer coaches increasing to four. The club was launched in August by 12-year-old Zoe Oduntan and operates under the Bermuda Rowing Association [BRA]. Oduntan began sculling — the rowing style... Read more of this article
Zoe Oduntan Launches Youth Rowing Club
[Written by Stephen Wright] Twelve-year-old Zoe Oduntan has set out to build a youth rowing community in Bermuda by founding the Longtails Rowing Club. The club, operating under the Bermuda Rowing Association [BRA], already has 12 middle- and high-school members and is seeking volunteers with sculling experience, either to coach on a volunteer basis... Read more of this article
Bermuda International Gig Regatta Concluded
The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club’s fourth International Gig Regatta concluded, with approximately 70 visiting rowers taking part in the event alongside local rowers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club [BPGC] proudly hosted its fourth Bermuda International Regatta, an event that brought together pilot gig rowing enthusiasts and supporters... Read more of this article
Over 100 Rowers Compete In BIG Regatta
The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club’s BIG Regatta kicked off with intense competition as 16 crews were in action. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club’s BIG Regatta opened with thrilling competition on Day 1, despite challenging weather conditions. Northeasterly winds exceeding 20 knots and occasional squalls put the crews to the test,... Read more of this article
International Gig Regatta Kicks Off On Sunday
Over 100 local and visiting crew of pilot gig rowers will take part in the fourth International Pilot Gig Regatta, which is set to begin this Sunday [Oct 20]. A spokesperson said, “Over 100 local and visiting crew of pilot gig rowers will take to the waters of Bermuda for three days of racing on October 20th, 23rd, and 26th in the fourth international... Read more of this article
Rower Dara Alizadeh Says He Has Retired
Bermudian Dara Alizadeh has announced his retirement from rowing after reflecting on his “incredible experience” at the Olympic Games in Paris. The two-times Olympian finished fourth in the men’s single sculls E final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium to place 28th overall. Alizadeh, 30, wrote on social media yesterday [August 20]: “It’s... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Proud Of Olympic Journey
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dara Alizadeh has reflected on his rowing journey, from a 13-year-old who began competing for fun to becoming a two-times Olympian. Alizadeh closed the curtain on his Olympic campaign in Paris today [August 2], finishing fourth in the men’s single sculls E final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium to place 28th overall. The... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Wins E/F Semi-Final In Paris
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda rower Dara Alizadeh experienced his first victory in an Olympic Games race after winning his E/F semi-final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium today [July 29]. Alizadeh, who competes in the men’s single sculls, claimed a comfortable win, finishing his two-kilometre race in 7min 33.38sec. The 30-year-old said... Read more of this article
Bermuda Olympic Schedule: Monday July 29
Bermuda has two athletes in action tomorrow [Monday July 29] at the Olympics, with rower Dara Alizadeh competing again and swimmer Emma Harvey set to make her Olympic debut, where she will compete in the 100m backstroke. You can view our full coverage of Bermuda’s athletes at the 2024 games here. Bernews will be providing comprehensive coverage... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Finishes Third In Repechage
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda rower Dara Alizadeh said he “gave everything” in the men’s singles sculls repechage race at the Varies-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium at the Paris Games today [July 28]. Alizadeh made a blistering start, leading for the first half of the race, and was in the top two qualifying positions with 200 metres remaining... Read more of this article
Dara Alizadeh Ready For Repechage Race
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda rower Dara Alizadeh – who is being cheered on by a 32-strong contingent of his family and friends who have traveled to Paris to support him – is hoping to build upon his performance in the heats as he prepares to race again tomorrow [July 28] at the Olympic Games in Paris. Embed from Getty Images - Alizadeh... Read more of this article
