Junior rowing eligibility rules under review by the Task & Finish committee
British Rowing, the national governing body for rowing in the United Kingdom, has announced the formation of a Task & Finish Group to review the eligibility rules for junior rowers and crews. The review aims to ensure the future of junior rowing remains fair, sustainable, and inspiring for the next generation.
The group, chaired by British Rowing, will consist of independent members with diverse experience in schools, clubs, and the rowing pathway. The public is invited to contribute to the review process, with the goal of gathering views from across the rowing community.
The process will be open and transparent, inviting contributions from athletes, parents, coaches, volunteers, and competition organisers. Initial stakeholder engagement has informed and shaped this approach, and the group will continue to invite contributions throughout the review.
The focus of the review remains on balancing fair competition, athlete choice, and the sustainability of school and club programs. The group will provide details on how to contribute via social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) or email. Contributions can be made at any time during the review process.
Panel details will be shared shortly, and the group will continue to work diligently to ensure the future of junior rowing is secure and thriving. The review process will remain open and transparent, with updates and progress reports to be shared regularly.
British Rowing encourages everyone with an interest in junior rowing to get involved and have their say. The future of the sport depends on the input and support of the entire rowing community. Let's work together to create a fair, sustainable, and inspiring environment for the next generation of junior rowers.
