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ULBC is one of the most successful university rowing clubs in Britain. Since 1960 we have won 33 Henley finals, produced 125 full internationals winning 74 medals between them - 21 gold, 19 silver and 34 bronze. At U23 Internationals and World Student Games events we have produced 30 medal winning crews (9 gold, 9 silver and 12 bronze).
The club is open to students from all the colleges affiliated to the University of London and we are always interested in hearing from rowers who would like to join or from any ex-members who would like to re-establish contact or even start rowing again. If you believe you have what it takes and wish to become part of one of the country's most successful rowing clubs click here.
Not rowed before?
If you have never rowed, or only a bit, and are tall, you may have what it takes to reach the very top. Come and talk to us. We will give you an honest assessment. If you have the potential you can join our programme. If not, we can introduce you to your college rowing club so that you can enjoy the sport.
For those who have rowed before to a very high standard and wish to continue at the very highest possible level please get in touch with:
Brian Young - 07731427548
or email
Noddy wins Silver in a great race
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A hard won Bronze medal was won by two UL athletes in an incredibly tough race. The struggled off the start in their heat but no such problems in this race they were in 3rd place at 500m with less than a second covering the first three crews. At this point the Italians struck a devastating rhythm and pushed clear of the chasing pack by 2sec. At Germany, Britain and New Zealand crossed the 1500m marker virtually level in the fight for silver and bronze. The GB crew managed to once again shake off the Kiwis but a fantastic sprint from the Germans gave them the silver.
With Max and Ertan returning in Sep and having so many years left in the club things are looking up for the future.
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The British four took home a silver today and while not being the colour they were looking for they were involved in one of the best races of the competition. After they beat the Italians in the heat the Italians had a different plan and shot out of the blocks to take a lead they never lost. The GB four were in 3rd place behind the Czech crew until 1500m meters where the Australian four took their place. at this point 1sec covered the field of four. Coming to the line the British four had to close their eyes and pull they managed to take the Aussie crew on a photo finish by the smallest of margins 0.07sec.
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Kat was nt able to challenge for medals in the final but as this is here first year in a crew boat she has done well to make the final in such a demanding event. Well done and we will see silverware next year.
A social event will be held at the club for the returning athletes on Monday evening details to follow.
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Ruth wins gold at the Home Internationals
Congratulations to Ruth Carpenter who won a gold in the women's eight. She also won the Senior Women's Match and is a fitting reward to her hard work this year.
Kirk and Will Were not able to emulate her in a tought field they finished 3rd in the Welsh eight.
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