Christ Church Regatta - Friday update

Hmmmm.

The last two days have seen KCBC meet with both triumph and disaster. We firmly intend to treat these twin impostors just the same - namely, by training harder (the solution to all of life's problems, I firmly believe).

The men met Trinity A, who had previously despatched Jesus' first crew. Unfortunately, our brave boys were the victims of confusion at the start and lost out in the first few strokes - a deficit they weren't able to make up later in the race. The crew still have every reason to old their heads up high - they have really come on this term, in spite of all the river closures they've had to contend with. What has pleased me most of all is their willingness to step up and join in with senior squad training. These guys have a lot of physical potential and will soon be very good indeed. Next year should be a big one for KCBC as this squad matures as athletes.

Any momentary disappointment was laid to rest however, when the women scored what has to be one of the most convincing victories of the Regatta so far, defeating St Peter's B by the length of Boat House Island and adding yet another victory to Keble's already-impressive tally. What really distinguishes this crew from the other women's boats on the water is their combination of attitude and technique (in terms of pure physicality, we are perhaps not the strongest crew on the water). A stranger cycling past while I bank-rode even complimented the girls' timing. This, combined with their willingness to push themselves hard, is what has made the difference. That and their rather stylish kit - navy blue tops, black leggings and some rather natty knee-length red socks...

Let's hope they can go all the way tomorrow!


Julian Bubb-Humfryes
Men's Captain