"Last summer's impressive displays have apparently put Great Britain in the crosshairs for potential competition"
The Great Britain Rowing Team is gearing up for the 2025 U23 World Rowing Championships in Poznan, Poland, with an impressive lineup of 42 athletes and 14 support staff members. The event, taking place from 23-27 July, promises to be a challenging yet exciting competition with a record field of 239 crews from 53 nations across 18 boat classes[1][2].
The team, led by Head Coach Peter Sheppard, includes several returning athletes from the successful 2024 campaign in Canada, with 22 of the selected athletes being returners[2]. Among these returners, 14 have previously won U23 medals and some multiple medals, indicating the team's strong performance and competitive edge[3].
The squad includes a mix of international athletes, with some athletes from US universities such as Brown University and Princeton University[3]. Notable athletes include Isaac Thurnham and Jack Cadwallader from Brown University, who will be competing in the Men's Four (4-) and Men's Double Sculls (2x), respectively[3].
The GB Rowing Team aims to impress senior Head Coaches who are looking to strengthen their squads for the 2028 LA Olympic Games. The team's focus is on boat class depth and versatility, athlete development, and targeting podium finishes[5]. The competition is expected to be fierce, with large team entries from Germany, Italy, and other strong rowing nations[1][2].
The U23 Women's Four includes Ellie-Kate Hutchinson, Jessica Martin, Maddie Greenstock, Imogen Cabot, and is coached by Helen Brown. The U23 Men's Four (BM4-) includes William Morgan-Jones, Alex Perkins, Isaac Thurnham, and George Lauchlan, coached by Will Fletcher[3]. The U23 Men's Eight (BM8+), consisting of Josh Brangan, Richard Hawes, Gabriel Obholzer, Tristan Wenger, Cameron Beyki, Harry Geffen, Ben Mead, Cameron Tasker, and Tom Bryce (cox), will also be representing Great Britain[3].
Other notable crews include the U23 Men's Double sculls (BM2x) consisting of Nat Gauden and Jack Cadwallader, the U23 Women's Pair including Rhiannon Luke and Chloe Sheppard, and the U23 Women's Squad, coached by Brian Young[6]. The U23 Men's pair (BM2-) consists of Marcus Chute and Theo Bell, and the Women's double sculls (BW2x) includes Ellie Dash and Megan Knight, both coached by Chris Bartley[6].
The U23 Men's quadruple sculls (BM4x) and the Women's quadruple sculls (BW4x) are also part of the team, with their crews yet to be announced[6].
With the championships fast approaching, fans can follow the action live on worldrowing.com and British Rowing Instagram, with live race tracker, live video streaming, and results available throughout the regatta[7]. The GB Rowing Team aims to consolidate their status as a leading rowing nation at the U23 level by showcasing strong preparation, strategic boat selection, and high expectations for medals and finals appearances in Poznan[1][4].
References: [1] British Rowing. (2025). U23 World Rowing Championships - Poznan, Poland. [online] Available at: https://www.britishrowing.org/events/u23-world-rowing-championships-poznan-poland [2] World Rowing. (2025). U23 World Rowing Championships - Poznan, Poland. [online] Available at: https://www.worldrowing.com/events/u23-world-rowing-championships-poznan-poland [3] British Rowing. (2025). GB Rowing Team U23 Squad Announced for Poznan World Championships. [online] Available at: https://www.britishrowing.org/news/gb-rowing-team-u23-squad-announced-for-poznan-world-championships [4] British Rowing. (2025). GB Rowing Team Targets Podium at U23 World Rowing Championships. [online] Available at: https://www.britishrowing.org/news/gb-rowing-team-targets-podium-at-u23-world-rowing-championships [5] British Rowing. (2025). GB Rowing Team U23 Squad Prepares for Poznan World Championships. [online] Available at: https://www.britishrowing.org/news/gb-rowing-team-u23-squad-prepares-for-poznan-world-championships [6] British Rowing. (2025). GB Rowing Team U23 Squad Composition. [online] Available at: https://www.britishrowing.org/news/gb-rowing-team-u23-squad-composition [7] British Rowing. (2025). How to Follow the U23 World Rowing Championships. [online] Available at: https://www.britishrowing.org/news/how-to-follow-the-u23-world-rowing-championships
During the preparation for the 2025 U23 World Rowing Championships, the GB Rowing Team is incorporating coaching techniques in various sports, such as football, to enhance the team's overall performance and camaraderie. After their successful performances in rowing, athletes like Isaac Thurnham and Jack Cadwallader, who also excel in football, might have a chance to showcase their skills in a different sport as well.
