Cambridge Head 2018: Pre Race Reports

Once again the time has come for RUMSBC to trade in the Tideway of Thames for the calmer waters of the River Cam in the first race of the year- Cambridge Head. As always, the crews have been training hard both on and off the water for what promises to be an excellent start to the rowing season. What's more, what could be more exciting than our Novice's first ever race! Cambridge Head is a solid introduction to the early mornings, adrenaline and cries of 'Middle Middle Middle' that race days inevitably bring.

Good luck to all crews and we look forward to seeing many a spectator at the riverside for support,  and of course some post race drinks.

Novice Crews 

Men's Novices
Cox: Greg Gibson
Stroke: Adam Turna
7: Max Fornasiero 
6: Arjun Lakhanpal
5: William Owen
4: James Berg
3: Niccolo Doe
2: Ryan Linn
Bow: Anshul Aich

Women's Novices
Cox: Chris 'Beans' Jackson
Stroke: Rose Maloney
7: Vaish Sabari
6: Celia Gaier
5: Rebecca Jacob
4: Mary Barron
3: Catherine Napper
2: Srishti Agarwal 
Bow: Daniella Wu

"The novices are progressing quickly in the boat in preparation for Cambridge Head, with the introduction of all 8 rowing and feathering having varying degrees of success. Most importantly they are having a great time bonding with their team and are showing good form and commitment in the boat. Its onwards and upwards for the novices, and we are both very excited for the race ahead!”- Jack Merritt and Rosa Mobayen, Men's and Women's Novice Captains 18/19

Senior Men 

Men's Top IV
Cox: Kelly Wyatt
Stroke: Freddie Dewey
3: Jamie Glenister
2: Luke Martin
Bow: Callum Field

Men's Cambridge VIII
Cox: Will Shorrocks
Stroke: Jai Sidpra
7: Matt Kinsella
6: Luca Richards
5: Alex Lane
4: Finn Norris
3: Dawid Akala
2: Adam Jones
Bow: Ben Southgate

“Our men enter their first race of the year at the annual Cambridge winter head race. We’re entering an 8+ looking to get their first racing experience this year and and a 4+ looking to be hot on the heels of our UCL cousins. Good luck all athletes and hope to see as many supporters as possible"- Jamie Glenister, Men's Captain 18/19

Senior Women

RUMS Rangers (Matched VIIIs)
Cox: Gracie Sutton
Stroke: Nadia Eden
7: Gloria Smith
6: Elizabeth Sinclair 
5: Anna Shadwell
4: Millie Walker
3: Annalise Munro
2: Ceyda Oral
Bow: Kate Ellis

RUMS Bladies (Matched VIIIs)
Cox: Georgie Lloyd 
Stroke: Asha Dave
7: Claire Shadwell
6: Charlotte Withers
5: Laura Dan
4: Nicole Skajaa 
3: Jenny Budden
2: Hannah Roberts
Bow: Georgie Stagg

“The first race of the year for the senior women is Cambridge winter head, for which we have entered two matched eights. This has definitely brought out everyone's competitive spirits so it should be an excellent start to the year to see who is victorious - will it be the Bladies or the Rangers? Good luck to both boats and come along to support to see the result.” - Jenny Budden, Women's Captain 18/19