Cornwall’s junior Gig rowers make waves in Newquay’s contest
Cornwall’s juniors made a splash in the choppy waters off
Newquay during the ultimate championship.
Whittled down from 40 crews, teams from Fowey, Caradon,
Pendeen, Truro, Coverak and Cadgwith all earned a place in the final race of
the competition, but it was ultimately Fowey (in red) who emerged from the
gruelling 3.5 nautical mile race victorious.
Cornwall Escape caught up with team captain Maria Norman to
find out just what it takes to become a champion…
“Gig rowing is a respected sport renowned for its hard-core,
strength-endured technique. Rowers give up hours of their time to train,
forming a unit of force that can go up against the other crews in championship
event”
She said; “Rowing had been a major part of my life since a
young age. I am now 18 and hope to continue with my passion for the sport.
It was a simple and easy to join the club. It’s become my
escape from college and the daily struggles life brings. ”
Maria has shown true potential in her role as captain.
Successfully leading her team to victory in the biggest Championship of the
year.
Speaking after their win; “It was a gruelling test of our
ability and fitness was pushed to the absolute maximum. I can’t describe how
happy I am with the efforts of my team.”
A lot of emotion was shared at the prize giving, which was
held shortly after the crews crossed the finish line. High hopes are set on the
Fowey team to shine throughout the rest of the season.
Want to get into rowing?
Although gig rowing is a very low-key sport, there are many
clubs dotted around areas of Cornwall. They are all part of the CPGA (Cornwall
Pilot gig association). Go to our webpage to find out more about this great
regional activity.
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