July 19th, 2010
Lessons to be learned after tough National Championships
Both DUBC's Novice and Intermediate eights finished third in their respective Championship races this weekend.
Two Inter fours raced, one going out in the first round, the other coming in 6th in the final.
Two Novice fours also raced. The A crew did exceptionally well, but were unfortunately unable to maintain their challenge for 1st place in the final against a strong crew from Shannon RC.
Disappointing results on paper, but ones the athletes are hoping to learn from. Behind the scenes a lot is going on at DUBC, and looking to the future, better results on the water will certainly be achieved with the improved administrative and coaching structures that are being put in place. Thanks to all those who have supported and helped out this year, and we look forward to seeing you on the bank after the summer break.
LC
July 13th, 2010
National Championships
DUBC will compete on Friday and Saturday at the Irish National Rowing Championships in Co. Cork. The club is sending a Novice and an Intermediate eight, and a number of fours, who will all be hoping to finish off the season in style. See iaru.ie for the draw and other information on the regatta.
June 22nd, 2010
DUBC Rowing Academy
For information on our new Rowing Academy, see the Prospective Rowers page.
Development Coach Vacancy
DUCAC, in conjunction with Dublin University Boat Club (the Men's Rowing Club of Trinity College Dublin), is looking to recruit a Development Coach for the season beginning September 2010.
A full job description can be downloaded here.
Closing date for applications is 15th July 2010.
June 15th, 2010
Dublin Metropolitan Regatta
DUBC had a number of entries at Metro this weekend. The intermediate A four took home gold, while the intermediate eight lost out to Neptune and University of Limerick, and lightweight scullers P. Dunphy and P. Jacques both performed well.
Unfortunately the novice eight was prevented from racing by a rogue pair which damaged a rigger, but two novice fours represented the squad that S. Tunney and M. Ryder have been building.
Marlow Regatta
The intermediate squad is now preparing for Marlow regatta, which is held this Saturday and Sunday on Dorney Lake. A coxless four is expected to compete, as well as the eight in its last race before Henley. There will be a tent for supporters and competitors of DUBC, where light refreshments will be provided. All friends of the club are welcome to come and enjoy the racing!
June 6th, 2010
Trinity Regatta
This is a link to the college Communications site, where you can read an article about this year's Trinity Regatta successes.
May 9th, 2010
EGM
The club held an EGM on Friday to elect the Captain for 2010/11. Lorcain Cameron and Charles Landale each made his case for election in the crowded sitting room in House 16. Charlie emerged victorious after a ballot, and congratulations to him; may he have an excellent year.
May 5th, 2010
Trinity Regatta
The annual Trinity Regatta will take place on Saturday 29th May at Islandbridge. DUBC would like to extend an invitation to all sports fans and friends of the club to attend for a day of high quality racing and picnics in the sun. The bar will be open during the day, lunch will be available, and we are hosting a night out afterwards.
Directions to the boathouse can be found here, and for more information see the calendar.
April 12th, 2010
University Championships and Skibereen Regatta
Regatta season has finally begun, with a weekend of blazing sun and fine racing at the National Rowing Centre in Co. Cork. On Saturday Trinity's two boat clubs made their bid for the title of University Champions. DUBC's top eight only managed third, but stern four proved formidable in the Intermediate coxed fours event, and earned a comfortable win. The novice squad also did well, with the A eight losing out to a more experienced crew from UCD. Padraic Ryan and Adam O'Brien, two of last year's novice squad, won the novice double, while Lorcain Cameron won the Novice Single Scull event, to keep it at Trinity for the second year running.
The next day, heavy fog delayed the start of Skibereen regatta, the winds of Saturday having abated. The sun was soon spliiting the stones again however, and the first of the new series of 'Grand League' regattas got underway. The Inter eight was frustrated by Neptune, and the Novice eight again by UCD, but a win for Rob Mawn in the novice scull and good performances by the whole squad in singles meant the day could only be considered a success.
London Head of the River
The club's senior eight spent the last weekend in March in London, where we competed at the annual Head of the River. An injury to the Captain meant we had to call in a substitute at the last minute, and our result - 136th, having started 83th - was disappointing, but it's always easy to go looking for excuses. Much harder is the task of moving on and continuing to develop the squad, and learning from the experience.
Many thanks to Chris Guest for subbing in and pulling hard, and to Chris George for all his help and a massive spaghetti dinner.
Results can be found here.
Tribesmen Head and Dublin Head
While one eight was in London, the second eight headed to Galway for the national eights head of the river. Their goal was the intermediate pennant, which they were beaten to by an experienced Neptune crew, but they rowed a good race and improved on their performance at Dublin Head the week before.
The Novice Squad also raced in Dublin, entering two eights and proving the strength of their squad in their first race since colours.
This link is to an article by ex-Captain Eamonn Hynes which appeared on the back page of the Trinity News:
Dublin Head of the River
Results for all Irish races can be found on the homepage of the Irish Amateur Rowing Union:
iaru.ie
March 15th, 2010
Erne Head
On Saturday the club sent two eights to compete at Erne Head of the River in Eniskillen. A last minute crew shake-up meant the senior eight didn't perform to their ability on the day, but the Intermediate eight put in a decent performance over the six kilometre course, beating Neptune's crew to win the pennant.
The squad continues to train hard with the short-term goals of Dublin, Galway and London Heads in mind.
We will be running an "ergathon" on the streets of Dublin this Friday to raise some much needed funds for the club. Come out and see how far we can go! Details to follow (keep an eye on the calendar page)
March 6th, 2010
First of all, it's been a long time since this website was updated, apologies. A lot has happened to DUBC since May last year, and here I will attempt to summarise it all, as well as giving some idea of the state the club is in and what we're looking forward to in the future.
The Senior squad came home from Ghent in early May having earned a good win over Oxford Brookes in the under 23s event on Sunday, and some valuable racing experience along with it.
The annual University Boat Race against Queen's was disappointing for both Novice and Senior crews. The seniors knew from the outset they were underdogs racing a more experienced outfit; the novices on the other hand were competing against their main rivals for silverware at National Championships, and defeat was a reminder that there was no room for complacency in the coming weeks.
Later in June both the Novice and Senior squads travelled to compete at Marlow regatta and, in the seniors' case, at Henley. Despite blazing heat and sub-optimal lodgings, everyone was excited about racing.
Marlow was an exciting and eye-opening introduction to racing outside of Ireland for the Novices, and neither 8 qualified for a final over the weekend. The senior crew fared better, placing second on the Saturday and winning on the Sunday in two events, the Intermediate and under 23s.
The seniors then shifted their focus to Henley, where they had a week to train before the regatta began. Unfortunately their Henley experience was short, losing on the first day to Bates College, from Maine, USA.
Next up was National Championships in Iniscarra, the site of the heroics of July 2008. The club was hoping for wins at Novice and Intermediate level, but in the end the only victory was in the Novie 4+ on Saturday, overshadowed by the loss to Queen's in the 8+ the next day. The Intermediate 8+ came in 3rd in a difficult final, and Ian O'Loinsigh also finished 3rd in the novice single sculler's event.
After a shorter summer than ever before, thanks to Trinity's new semesterised calendar, the club regrouped in Iniscarra in mid September for a pre-season training camp. Everybody was thrown into a scull, regardless of experience, with coaches Mark Pattison and Gerry Cantan determined to implement the club's small boat policy from the word go.
A seemingly endless winter season of sculling and land training followed, with every race we'd been waiting for cancelled thanks to our country's reliably anti-rowing climate. A fresh batch of novices have not allowed the winter blues or the occasional mishap to dampen their enthusiasm for this new sport, while the seniors and intermediates, having raced at only one event - the Head of the Shannon, which was itself eventful - are looking forward to testing their mettle in the coming weeks as racing finally gets underway.
This racing began today, with the annual showdown between ourselves and our rivals from across the Liffey. The Gannon Cup has traditionally been held later in the season, and the early date this year has meant changes have had to be made to the training regime in order to get athletes into sprinting mode on time. Nevertheless, both Novice and Senior crews were ready and looking forward to the contest.
The Novices left the stake boats at half past two, rating lower than their competitors. They maintained composure though, and 500 metres into the race it looked like UCD's frantic start wasn't going to pay off. The Trinity men rowed through them to keep the Dan Quinn shield in our hands for the second year running. Another win had come from the same novice squad yesterday, when the "B" eight took on their UCD counterparts above the weir for what has become known as the "Goonan Cup".
An hour later it was the Senior's turn. The crew, described by coach M. Pattison as "solid", featured five athletes returning from last year's colours race: Charlie Landale, Paul Dunphy (in for the sick Lorcain Cameron), Rob Mawn, Peter Croke and Ali Floyd, all eager to bring back the Gannon cup this time around. New faces in the bout were cox Rebecca Crowley and Stroke Fionn McCaffrey, both from last year's strong novice squad, along with Patrick Jacques of Methody College, Belfast in the seven seat, and Big Steve Lowe sitting in five. The crew put up a good fight, but were beaten by an impressive UCD eight.
Congratulations to the DULBC senior team, who took home the Corcoran Cup again this year after an exciting race.
For DUBC, focus now shifts to the fast approaching head races: Erne, Galway and London will all see eights from Trinity as we try to build on all the gruelling winter training.
May 19th, 2009
DUBC rounded off a succesful start to the regatta season at the Irish University Championships on the 24th April, followed by Queen's University Regatta the following day, both in Castlewellan, Co. Down.
At Uni Champs the novice 8's unbeaten run came to an end in the final, but the 4+ put in a strong performance in the club's Empacher boat to keep theirs intact. Other wins came from much smaller boats: Floyd and Ó Loinsigh won the Inter and Novice 1x events respectively, and the latter event was dominated by Trinity oarsmen.
The Wily Cup was taken home by Queen's University Belfast for their wins in the Novice and Intermediate Men's 8s.
The university Championship overall, under the new scoring system, became a very close-run thing, with everything to play for in the final of the men's senior 8s... UCD were on top with 58 points, followed by Trinity on 57 and then QUB on 56. 6 points would go to the winner, 5 to second place and 4 to third. Unfortunately, despite a Herculean performance, the Trinity men crossed the line 3rd, after Queen's in 2nd and UCD in first place. The final points tally saw Trinity draw with Queen's for second place. A promising result, and congratulations to all of the Trinity crews who took part.
At Queen's the next day the senior and inter squad left their 8s on land to focus on small boat racing. Ó Loinsigh and Floyd proved yet again their dominance in the singles, and first and second places were taken by DUBC in the novice 2x event. The club made over 20 entries in all.
The novice 8+, after the pain of their loss a day earlier, were fired up to take revenge. Facing the University champions, Queen's, in their heat, they rowed well to secure second place and qualification to the final. The crew that arrived at the start line for the final was calm and relaxed, having learned at Uni Champs that nerves can lose you a race before it has even begun. They had a stronger start than usual, but settled well into a sustainable rhythm, taking victory by half a length.
A decision not to grant them use of the Empacher due to difficult conditions meant the novice 4+ were the only stern loader in the final, but they proved that a state-of-the-art craft isn't necessary for victory as long as you keep the length and pull hard!
Full results for both regattas can be found here:
Queen's
Uni Champs
April 21st, 2009
Colours and Trinity Regatta
Despite the rain, the annual colours contests between DUBC and UCDBC were raced on Thursday. All novice races were held above the weir at Islandbridge, on the Trinity regatta course – good practice for Saturday's event. John Mohan's men put out an A and a B crew, both of whom achieved hard-fought victories over their rivals from the north bank, the A crew taking the Dan Quinn shield for Trinity. Congratulations to DULBC's Novice 8, who won the Moorhead trophy in style, and to the Ladies' senior 8 for claiming the Corcoran cup for the first time in over half a decade.
The senior races for the Gannon and Corcoran cups were held on the new, shorter course between the Sean O'Casey and East Link bridges. After the Ladies' race, DUBC's finest made their way to the start. Crowds gathered on the Sean O'Casey Bridge to cheer them on, with more supporters ready to follow the race on two wheels or from the tops of the spectator buses. With UCD the clear favourites, the race was never going to be easy, but Trinity gave their all to finish just a length behind.
This result spurred the squad on to face the competition at Trinity regatta three days later. Unfortunately the senior 8 trophy was beyond their grasp, but a hard days racing saw them victorious in the Intermediate 8 category, as well as racing in Inter fours and single sculls, where Ali Floyd won the senior competition.
The Novice men also performed well at the regatta. They took home medals from the 8 and 4 categories after some exciting races between the A and B crews, and a thrillingly close final against Garda Boat Club's best Novice 4.
April 15th, 2009
On the 4th of April, Neptune RC's annual regatta in Islandbridge saw DUBC tested for the first time this year over a shorter course. An exciting day of racing ended in success for both the Novice 'B' VIII, and the Intermediate VIII. The novices, in their first ever regatta, faced a more experienced Garda team in the final, and maintained their composure to win by ¾ of a length. The Intermediates, after a long winter working in small boats, came together well in the crew boat to beat Queen's by two and a half lengths. Other entries included inter sculls; two inter fours and the Novice 'A' VIII, who were disqualified for steering in the second round. The club has since been preparing for further challenges at Trinity Regatta, University Championships and Queen's Regatta, and of course the annual colours race against our rivals from UCD. Colours will be raced on Thursday 16th April. Please visit the colours website for information.
April 1st, 2009
After an encouraging result in this year Head of the River Race in London, DUBC's new senior squad are facing up to the hectic racing schedule that April brings. With few survivors from last years unit, a fresh squad is getting to grips with a new set of challenges and goals for the months to come. In the novice squad, an encouraging group of first year athletes are keen to prove themselves on the water. There is no shortage of opportunities do so in the coming weeks, with the University Championships following hard on the heels of Trinity Regatta and the Gannon Cup. A new course this year for an established contest between Trinity and UCD will ensure added spice for the mid week race. Details for this epic battle can be found on the race website at www.gannoncup.com
April 1st, 2009
Gannon Cup Website
February 9th, 2009
Trial VIIIs
The Trial VIIIs Dinner this year will be held on Saturday 14th February at the Boathouse. Photo at 5:30pm. Tickets can be obtained from the Hon. Secretary at a cost of €50. Contact crokep@tcd.ie
October 7th, 2008
DUBLIN UNIVERSITY BOAT CLUB
A Dinner will be held in the Dining Hall, Trinity College
on Friday, 24th October 2008 to celebrate the winning of the I.A.R.U. Senior VIII's Championship on 12th July 2008
Robert Swift, Peter Heverin, Paul Laird, Alexander Floyd, Henry Tindal,Eoghan Kerlin, Eoin MacDomhnaill, Seán Osborne, Gabriel Magee
and to honour Mr. James Lindsay-Fynn, Captain 1998,
Gold Medal winner at the World Rowing Championships 2007
and finalist at the Beijing Olympics 2008
Drinks Reception in the Atrium at 7.00pm followed by Dinner at 8.00pm
Group photograph of everyone on Dining Hall steps at 6.45pm sharp, weather permitting
Reservations by Subscription – Form enclosed. Dress: Black Tie/ Blazers & Bow Tie Carriages 11.30pm.
DUBC Old Members, sharing the cost of hosting our guests: €100 or £80
DUBC Current Members: € 85
Friends, supporters, parents, wives, partners and girlfriends: € 85 or £70
Next day, to commemorate the occasion, there will be a small DUBC 'get together' at Islandbridge, commencing at 2.00pm approximately and finishing about 4.00pm. Those wishing to form crews to go for a 'reunion' paddle, should contact the Captain, Ali Floyd. Tel: 00353 876 739562 E-mail: floyda@tcd.ie
It is hoped refreshments will be available and the bar will be open from about 4.00pm.
The Dinner Committee is much gratified by the splendid response of some 160 Old Members, Friends and Guests, who have already indicated by e-mail their intention of attending. College catering will have to be advised of final numbers by Monday, 20th October. Please note therefore, that seats at dinner can only be reserved against subscriptions, which must be received no later than Friday, 17th October. Those who have already booked flights are asked to act promptly.
Subscriptions in Euros – Old Members €100 and all others €85
Please make cheques, postal orders or bank drafts payable to:
DUBC (nothing else) and post to:
Matt Brennan, Esq.
11 Linden Place
Grove Avenue
BLACKROCK
Co. Dublin
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If you wish to send money electronically please contact Matt at:
MBrennan@quinlanprivate.com
It is important to make sure that your payment can be identified. Please list the names of any guests, plus your contact details, on the back of your payment or attach to the payment. Subscriptions in Sterling – Old Members £80 and all others £70
Please make cheques, postal orders or bank drafts payable to:
John Pearson - DUBC (nothing else) and post to:
John Pearson, Esq.
Pearson Maddin Solicitors
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NEW MALDEN
KT3 3LR Tel. Direct Line – Office +44 (0)20 8949 9592
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August 19th, 2008
Trinity recapture the 'big pot' with emphatic performance
In the end it was emphatic: Trinity carried off the senior eights title at the National Championships in Farran Wood in Cork on Saturday with a performance which left little room for doubt.
A regatta which featured a myriad of composite crews ended with the men in black and white holding off another young single-club crew in Commercial.
The composite of Galway, Old Collegians, Shannon and Tribesmen took the early lead, but Trinity passed them and made the race their own by the time they swept past the massed crowds near the striking clubhouse, which came into its own for this event.
Commercial's challenge added a little spice, but there was only going to be one winner. NUIG - who did not lift a single national title - were pushed into fourth by the composite.
"It all went to plan," said Trinity captain Ali Floyd, before paying tribute to coach Mark Pattison.
"I always had faith in this crew. I knew they would do what was needed and they proved me right. I'm very proud of them," Pattison said.
It is 27 years since Trinity last won "the big pot" on their own.
Their main rivals in the next few years may be the club which holds the far bank at Islandbridge.
Liam Gorman in the Irish Times
June 25th, 2008
Monkstown Regatta and Home International Trials
DUBC arrived in Monkstown last weekend for the culmination of their season's work in sculls and pairs. Six of the senior squad took part in the time trials for the Home Internationals this year, and both the Novice and Senior Eights raced in their respective events.
Ali Floyd and Paul Dunphy raced in the single scull event. Both progressed through the early morning heats with relative ease, but a strong crosswind and experienced opposition prevented their appearance in the A Final. Both scullers raced in the B Final, with Floyd winning and Dunphy coming in third. Floyd's time was only 2 seconds off the qualification pace, while Dunphy was streets ahead of other scullers with the same level of experience
The novice crew travelled to Cork to race in both the Novice and Intermediate Eights events. UCC gave them a good race in the straight final for the Novice event, with DUBC victorious by nearly half a length. The Intermediate event was a more challenging affair - 2 other crews with considerably more experience were able to handle the difficult conditions better, and while our lads gave a good fight for 3rd place against a similar paced crew, they placed 4th by 1/3 of a length.
Two pairs, one composed of Eoin MacDomhnaill and Peter Heverin, the other Sean Osborne and Henry Tindal, also raced. MacDomhnaill and Heverin qualified comfortably by winning their heat, while Osborne and Tindal were lucky to qualify as fastest losers. This put both pairs in the same semi-final 2 hours later. MacDomhnaill and Heverin were again imperious at the head of the field, holding on to win after a fast start. The Osborne and Tindal pairing stepped up their performance somewhat in the semi, the paddle to the start having given them some much needed time on the water. However, the pair could only manage a place in the B Final, which they won in a close head to head with a Belfast Rowing Club pair.
MacDomhnaill and Heverin progressed to the A Final just after lunch. Another quick start put the pair ahead by clear water at the 500 metre mark. They settled to their race rhythm and watched the rest of the field through the middle of the race. It was from this vantage point that MacDomhnaill and Heverin saw the famous wind of the experienced lightweight pairing from St. Micks and Neptune. With 15 strokes to go, the field was coming back strongly and it looked like the lighties might have it. Heverin made a call and MacDomhnaill followed, winding the rate up and trying to hold on to the margin. The St. Micks/Neptune pair kept moving on them, but the DUBC pair managed to get in a quick stroke just before the line, and claimed the victory on the surge. This performance earns them a Homes seat, and we all congratulate them on what was an excellent days racing.
After a couple of hours rest, the Senior Eight reformed and took to the water to race in a straight final. The 'quick-start' took some by surprise, but the boat got up and moving without further drama. At the 500 metre mark it was neck and neck between DUBC, Shandon and a UL/Garda/Skibbereen composite. From this point on, DUBC gradually eased away from the field, with two lengths margin at the halfway, and a couple more by the finish. DUBC are now holders of the 'Leander Cup', and will travel to HRR with their race heads firmly screwed on.
June 1st, 2008
DUBC Back on track in Blessington
After a month of exams, injuries and disappointment in Belgium, DUBC produced an encouraging set of results in Blessington this weekend at the University Championships and Metropolitan Regatta.
After the cancellation of the University Championships in April due to high winds, the main events were rescheduled for the evening of the 30th May. With many members of the club still in the thick of exams, however, it was never going to be an easy task to get a full contingent on the water. Unfortunately, the DUBC novice men were prevented from racing by the sheer number of exam commitments on the afternoon of Friday, leaving UCD to enjoy a convincing win over Queens in the eights.
The senior squad, on the other hand, were not going to be so easily deprived of their chance to get back in the VIII. A highly complex operation including trams, taxi services, and the head coach mending bike punctures at the last minute meant that the bowside powerhouses of Macdomnhaill and Laird arrived at the course with minutes to spare before the final. With just three boats in the race, DUBC were told in no uncertain terms to get in the driving seat from the word go. This they did in style, dominating the race from the first stroke. A punchy 37 from Sean Osborne back in the stern left UCD and NUIG fighting for second place from 500 gone. Coming off the water, thoughts were already turning to the next days small boats races.
Dublin Metropolitan Regatta
Just twelve hours after winning the senior eights at Uni Champs, DUBC oarsmen were back on the water in Blessington for Metro Regatta. Strong performances in the heats by the scullers and pairs meant that almost all reached their finals, and anything was possible. Disappointment was in store for the senior 4-, who, stepping into the boat for the first time, lacked the necessary preparation to reach their potential on the day. Similarly, the DUBC Novice men were unable to sustain the pace required to win in the eight. After an impressive start that put them a length ahead of the field, the lack of fitness and cohesion that has resulted from the testing exam period began to show and they were unable to hang on to their lead. Fortunately these are problems that can be solved quickly, and the novice squad are focused on the work that needs to be done to put them back on top.
In the smaller combinations, however, months of small boats training through the winter paid off in style. Paul Dunphy, never in doubt as a serious contender for this year's Novice sculling championship, was only one second off qualification for the Intermediate final, beaten to the line by former novice sculling champion Peter Heverin. In his own category, Dunphy left the field far behind as he cruised home to a convincing victory in the final of the Novice single sculls.
Having qualified for the final in the single, Heverin teamed up with Eoin Macdomnhaill to take on the Intermediate pairs final. With very little preparation time, the pair rowed a fantastic race, rowing through their opposition to take gold on the line.
In the intermediate singles, three DUBC boats lined up on the start, Heverin having changed straight from pair to single on the slip. Helped by the advantage of the club's only empacher racing scull, Ali Floyd was able to get in front and stay there. Despite nearly falling in for the third time this week in a large wash in the final 250, he was able to hang on to the lead with Henry Tindal powering through the rest of the pack to take second.
The last race of the day, the senior 2-, saw Sean Osborne and Henry Tindal put up an admirable fight against very strong opposition, leaving the 200kgs of Floyd and Laird in their wake and coming in well within touching distance of the pack.
Overall, these fantastic results are a testament to the hard work that has been put in by athletes and coaches to small boats throughout the winter. The best is yet to come...
May 18th, 2008
After a fantastic performance in this years fitness tests, senior oarsman Henry Tindal was disheartened this week, after a weights session ended in potential disaster. A niggling lower back injury means his appearance in the important upcoming University Championships is in doubt. Nevertheless, in a show of commitment worthy of an elite athlete, Tindal has logged in over 10 incomprehensibly boring hours on the club's state of the art exercise bike while watching his team mates training on the water from the boathouse balcony.
May 12th, 2008
The Senior VIII went to Ghent International Regatta with high expectations after winning Bronze and Silver at the 2007 regatta in the MSA 8+ category. However, the competition was strong and the Senior VIII despite not medaling gained valuable race experience of what standard will be needed to be successful further down the season.
In the heat on Saturday, DUBC came second to KR Sport Ghent (BEL) in a close race, and beat Proteus-Eretes Delft (NED) and Vesta RC (GBR) by over five lengths. Despite posting the fourth fastest time in the heats DUBC did not qualify for the five lane final due to its position in the heat.
On Sunday in the heats, DUBC beat the previous days Silver medalists, KR Sport Gent(BEL), by one length with a solid performance. The other places in the heat were taken by, Skoll Amsterdam(NED) 3rd, RARC-KAWV/TRT composite (BEL) 4th and City of Oxford BC(GBR) 5th. This automatically qualified DUBC to the final.
In the final DUBC met Oxford Brookes University(GBR), Leander Club (GBR), KR Sport Gent (BEL) and Henley RC(GBR). With the hopes of medaling DUBC had a good row, executing the race plan as pre-meditated. The final result however was, Oxford Brookes 1st, Leander Club 2nd, KR Sport Gent 3rd, DUBC 4th and Henley RC 5th. The strength of the opposition was evidently good, but has given the Senior VIII its first taste of what to expect in future regattas as we approach the end of the 2008 season.
For more detailed results of the weekends racing please following this link: http://www.krsg.be/regatta/
The next race for the Club will be at Metropolitan Regatta in Blessington on 31st May. Although, the night before the regatta, the Wylie Cup shall be decided with Novice, Intermediate and Senior races in the evening.
May 8th, 2008
The Senior VIII will be racing at Ghent International Regatta this weekend, please select and click on the following link for the draw and results - http://www.krsg.be/regatta/. A report of the weekends racing will follow on Monday.
DUBC news has now been completed and sent to the printers, the club hopes to have our annual newsletter in the post by the end next week.
April 28th, 2008
TRINITY REGATTA
The 110th Trinity Regatta saw fine weather and a good days racing. At the Luncheon the Captain, DUBC President Robin Tamplin and the Provost were presented with gifts from the visiting Oxford University boats President and Blue Boat cox, Nick Brodie. DUBC Captain then challenged the OUBC President to a race over the Trinity Regatta course, he accepted. The Blue Boat, containing four of the 2008 Boat Race winners and four of the Isis Boat Race winners and weighing in over 15 stone and 6foot 4 a man were evenly match by Trinity's own colossal boat. Both crews were well prepared and fully focused on the prize to be DUCAC Oxford University vs Dublin University Varsity Boat Race 2008 winners.
Both crews lined up at the start of the historic Regatta course. After the Umpire said go the battle of the titans began, Trinity taking half a length before the first bend, and leading by a length after. At the Boohouse bend Oxford gained a quarter of a length on Trinity but Trinity remained composed on the straight leading to the minute mark. At the minute mark Trinity rating 37 and Oxford 38 had just about clear water over Oxford. Oxford had closed in by Garda Boathouse as the Trinity men were willed by their cox to take the rate up two rating into the 40s. Going past Neptune Trinity lead by 3/4's of a length. Past Commercial, Oxford drew closer. At the UCD slip Trinity were up half a length and pasted the line winners with the verdict of 1/3rd of a length. A truly momentous race between two ancient Universities and two historic Boat Club's.
Other races in the day culminated in DUBC novices successfully winning the novice category event in style over UCD.
The Club would like to thank the Regatta Committee for an exceptionally well run event, DUCAC for sponsorship of the exhibition race against Oxford and the Oxford President and his boat for what was sincerely a memorable day.
The senior squad will now prepare for the Belgium National Championships and Ghent International Regatta in Ghent on the 10th and 11th of May.
April 25th, 2008
TRINITY REGATTA
Trinity Regatta starts tomorrow at 9.50am, with a full day of racing till 6pm. Please click on the following link for information about the day's events, http://acollegemiscellany.com/trpreview.pdf.
For students, buses will leave Trinity Hall at 12.30 and College (Nassau Street) at 12.45. There will be a luncheon in the Long Room for old members and friends, following this the DUCAC Oxford vs Trinity Varsity Boat Race will take place at 15.20. Finally, after prize giving competitors, students and friends will convene in the Long Room for dinner with the Oxford Blue Boat. Tickets for the dinner are available costing 20 euro, all are welcome. Following the dinner the day will end at one of Dublin's frequented nightspots, the Purty Kitchen, tickets cost 7 euro.
We look forward to a fun and action packed day!
April 19th, 2008
The University Championship of Ireland was cancelled because of high winds. The only DUBC racing was by Doherty who qualified first for the semi-final in Intermediate single sculls and Guildea who also qualified in the same event.
Queens Regatta was also cancelled due to high wind.
Trinity Regatta next weekend promises to be an exciting affair. The DUCAC Oxford University vs Dublin University Varsity Boat Race being the main show piece. This exciting exhibition race will really be something of a spectacle. More on Trinity Regatta and the Varsity Boat Race may be read on the following link: http://acollegemiscellany.com/trpreview.pdf
April 15th, 2008
On the second day of racing over the weekend, at Commercial Regatta, it saw the Senior Eight face stiff competition. In the quarter-final a young 'Old Collegiates' Crew and in semi-final Commercial of which Trinity were the winners. In the final another match against UCD awaited. After a hard and powerful start by both crews DUBC were slightly ahead by the minute mark, however Trinity hit their stride and powered away from UCD taking the Senior Eights win by a length. A satifying result. However, the Trinity crew will face UCD for the third time in seven days on Friday as well as UCC and NUI Galway at the University Championships. The novice eight will also face UCD again on Friday, after seeing their emphatic victory at Neptune Regatta reversed at Commercial Regatta. Finally, Paul Dunphy set his mark for novice single sculls by a win at Commercial Regatta, we look forward to watching more of Paul racing this year as he sets his targets on novice sculls for the season.
April 14th, 2008
Neptune Regatta saw both the Novice and Senior VIII regain form after the loss of the Dan Quinn Shield and Gannon Cup nearly a month ago. The Novice Eight dramatically improved in rythm and style across the day, beating UCD 'B' and Garda on their way to the final against UCD 'A'. The Trinity men gained clear water before the corner when UCD took the advantage of the inside of the bend to regain a quarter of a length, however Trinity maintained its length and composure leading to a victory over UCD of a length and a half. The Senior VIII beat UCD, the eventual winners, earlier in the day by two lengths in a heat, yet were disqualified for steering. Other boats on the water were intermediate sculls which saw no wins.
March 19th, 2008
London HORR 2008
First off, apologies for the delay in updates really, it has been a very busy time for DUBC. The Senior Eight has just returned from London and the annual Head of the River Race there had to immediately prepare for the Gannon Cup, which will take place this Saturday, March 22nd (racing starts at 10:45 from O'Connell Bridge).
However, this intense preparation has already paid dividends, as the Trinity Senior Eight placed an impressive 26th at the HORR after starting 79th. A close inspection of the results shows that there were about ten international level crews competing on the day, as well as at least that many elite tideway based squads. So, DUBC is in good company, especially considering the adverse conditions that the high starting number brought with it.
It also augers well for the squad when compared to the other GB Universities, as they finished less than one second behind Bristol and ahead of Newcastle. It should be mentioned that Durham University had an outstanding result, finishing in 6th place overall, but this only serves to show the Trinity men how much work is still yet to be done. But, according to local Tideway afficienado Dr. Chris George, DUBC's performance was 'unbelievable' and they should be pleased, but not content.
As mentioned, they will be tested again this Saturday in the Gannon Cup as they face a UCD Eight that passed on the trip to London in order to focus solely on the Colours Race. Clearly, they have their sights set on knocking DUBC off their recent winning form, so it Saturday will be a test of how quickly the crew can transition into sprint mode in order to make it three in a row against the North bank rivals. Meanwhile, the Novice Eight has been focused on bringing the Dan Quinn Shield back to the proper side of the Liffey for the first time since 2005. -gcm
March 3rd, 2008
Erne Head of the River, 1/03/08.
This past weekend, the DU Boat Club travelled to Enniskillen for the annual Erne Head of the River, hoping to complete what might be described as a double double- winning both Lagan and Erne Head two years in a row. Not happy to rest on their laurels, Coach's Pattison and Mahony decided to change the crews around, giving returning oarsmen Doherty and Laird a test in the Eight, while also giving Dunphy and Guildea their first taste of Senior Rowing. This also allowed Osborne, MacDomhnaill, Heverin, and Swift to test their skills in the coxless Four on the difficult course. It also meant that, if successful, DUBC would take both the Senior Eight and Senior Four pennant for the first time since 2002.
The day of the race saw the Senior squad arrive in Enniskillen in a much more professional manner than at Lagan, and indeed they handled themselves in a manner that befits a Senior squad throughout the whole day. They were greeted with the best conditions of the day for the race, which DUBC old boy and race organizer Robert Northridge attributed to the 'power of prayer'.
After last year's success, the Trinity Senior Eight had the privilege of going off first and they arrived promptly at the start and made their final adjustments. As always, the race was run in a very professional manner to the extent that DUBC was allowed off a few minutes before the prescribed start time. Anyone who has ever rowed a head race will know that this fact alone speaks volumes about the excellent organization done by Portora and Mr. Northridge.
So, without any delay, DUBC wound for the start, crossing the line at 36 spm. After a good hard minute that brought them to the long Killyhevlin straight, they settled into a long, solid rhythm. At this point, BRC, having started second and gone off as near to DUBC as they could, were less than a length behind. Anyone who has followed DUBC during the last two years will know that BRC has developed quite a rivalry with the men in Black and White, narrowly losing the Inter pot two years ago to them and then being pipped on the line by a storming sprint in the last 500m of Queen's Regatta last year. It is fair to say that they are spoiling for a victory over DUBC, so it is no surprise that they attacked the crew early in the race. However, down the stretch, DUBC remained calm and began to move away with long, consistent strokes. Coming into the second turn, Doherty, in the stroke seat, called for a push and the boys in the engine room responded by increasing the rate and pressure to the railway bridge. BRC seemed to be fading slightly at this stage. Around the big bend, DUBC took a slightly wide course, which could have proved costly, but luckily both BRC and UCD both followed suit. Then, coming into the roughest water of the course, the Eight showed its true form by pushing consistently through the chop, with the Empacher cutting through the waves. At this stage, BRC had spent too much out of the blocks and was fading fast.
Meanwhile, coming out of the long bend, the crew had to be restrained from unleashing another mighty push until the rudder was off. Out of that turn, the crew composed itself and then, despite muscles screaming for release, put down the power, though for some, inconsistent training was beginning to show. But all that was left now was a dart around the island and through the bridges. While the crew was tiring, they were not out of fight and the stern pair was anxious for the final sprint. After taking the final bend, the stroke man was given his head and he pushed the rate up to 37 spm for the final run in. The crew crossed the line at full tilt, in a time of 19.15. This was the fastest time of the day for the second year running, completing the double double. It was also roughly the same margin of victory over UCD as at Lagan, whose time of 19.32 was just faster than BRC at 19.35, though no doubt BRC paid the price for trying to run with the big dog during the first 2k of the race.
The results were not as good for the rest of the Trinity men competing on the day. The coxless Four, who stormed off the start and took the first 2k in a style that seemed to please Coach Pattison, were impeded by a Commercial coxed Four around the big bend. They had to stop their boat, so the time they recorded is not an accurate reflection of their capabilities. Similarly, the Novice eight, while beating their UCD counterparts by 13s in a time of 21.16, also had a collision that stopped their progress. It is impossible to know how much time was lost and to therefore accurately judge them against Queens, who won the Novice category.
The Senior squad is now focused on London Head, in two weeks time, while the Novice squad turns its full attention on taking the Dan Quinn Shield back from UCD, who have not lost it since the strong DUBC Novice crew of 2005 won it. -gcm
DUBC Senior Eight, Erne Head
(l to r) back: Floyd, Dunphy, Tindal, Kerlin, Laird
middle: Guildea, Calnan (capt), Doherty (stk)
bottom: Magee (cox)
March 3rd, 2008
With London Head only two weeks away, below is a snapshot of DUBC's first performance on that course, from the Irish Times, March 31, 1930
ROWING
THIRD SUCCESSIVE WIN FOR LONDON R.C.
EXCELLENT ROWING BY DUBLIN UNIVERSITY
"London Rowing Club, with Alastair Graham, the former Oxford University Boat Club President, rowing at No. 3, won the head of the River Thames championship from Mortlake to Putney on Saturday for the third year in succession in 19 mins. 12 secs. Pembroke College, Cambridge I., were second, and Thames II. were third.
Eight-one crews started, and in finishing fifteenth the Trinity College, Dublin, crew put up a splendid performance.
The conditions were far from pleasant, the water being choppy.
The eighty-one crews were sent off without a hitch, the organization being perfect.
It is a significant fact that eighteen crews all did faster times than either Cambridge or Oxford during their recent full course trials.
Trinity's Rowing
Trinity started twenty-second crew in the first division, with Emmanuel (Cambridge) behind and Thames R.C. III., stroked by J. Beresford. sen., in front. After twenty strokes the Irish crew drew level with Thames and at Barnes were clear. Then Emmanuel drew past Thames and challenged Trinity. Then ensued a terrific struggle. The Cambridge crew, which was beautifully together, and is, incidentally, head of the river at Cambridge, began to draw up gradually, but the Dublin crew spurted hard and drew away.
Both crews raced thus for about a mile, but at Hammersmith the Cambridge crew drew level, and after shooting the bridge Trinity were slightly behind. At Harrods, Trinity drew up on No. 18 and both crews races neck and neck for about two minutes, after which the Irish crew drew away.
Here the water became very bad, and the Trinity cox kept close, rather to close, in fact, to the Surrey shore. At Beverley Brook Trinity spurted hard for the finish and passed no. 20. The Irishmen reached Putney Bridge in 20 minutes, 11 seconds, thus doing a faster time than either of those returned by Oxford or Cambridge during the week.
The tideway critics were loud in their praise for the Irishmen, who had jumped up eight places, thus obtaining the title of 14th crew in the British Isles- no mean achievement.
Graceful Compliment
Early in the day the Trinity flag had been flown under their hosts' flag at the National Provincial Bank boathouse. But when the results became known, and the bank crew discovered that their guests had gone up two places above them, they reversed the order, and Trinity's flag flowed uppermost- a very graceful compliment.
The performance of the Dublin crew is all the more impressive when it is taken into consideration that this was the first occasion on which a Trinity crew has ever raced over the Putney-Mortlake course." -gcm
February 25th, 2008
This week we take a look at some more recent history. Many may still recall the famous 'Egyptian Tour' that the Boat Club participated in during the late 70's. For those who are not aware, below is an excerpt from DUBC News, 1977 detailing the first of these trips.
"It really wasn't an expedition just to discover the truth about the Sphinx, the Camel et al, but rather an invitation from the Egyptian Rowing Federation that brought DUBC to the Nile! The official invitation came to the Irish Amateur Rowing Union for a representative Irish University crew to take part in two Regattas in Egypt, now an annual event, between 20th and 28th December last. This was the first time an Irish University crew was to compete, joining crews from Oxford, Harvard, France, and Egypt. In a row off between DUBC, Galway and Queens on Blessington Lakes on December 4th DUBC came home by two lengths over Queens to win the right to travel. The crew then travelled to London where they joined up with the Harvard and Oxford crews, and the combined party flew from there to Cairo.
The first race was held on December 23rd over a 2000 metres course at Ismailia. Six crews took part, the visiting crews being joined by two local Egyptian crews. The race was close and Oxford won by half a length from Harvard with Trinity third a further length behind. Following this there was a break for some less strenuous activity, Xmas Day being spent sightseeing in Cairo- a far cry from Carols and Xmas Pud!
The second race, in Cairo on December 26th, was again over 2000 metres, with again six crews- a Cairo Police crew replacing a composite crew that had raced in Ismailia. The race was again close with little separating the four visiting crews and the Cairo Police throughout most of the race. The French crew won by a canvas from Oxford, with Harvard third and Trinity fourth followed by the Cairo Police. Four seconds separated the first four crews.
Though in the racing Trinity might have done better, yet on each occasion they showed they were capable of mixing it with some good crews. It was certainly a great opportunity to test their skill so early in the season. All thanks too to their hosts who so generously made it all possible. The Club bar at Islandbridge now proudly sports a bronze medal. Presented by the Egyptian Rowing Federation, to mark the memorable occasion." -gcm
February 25th, 2008
DUBC best on the Lagan for second year running
This past weekend DUBC competed in the Lagan Head of the River in Belfast, entering a Senior Eight and two Novice Eights. For the second year straight, the Senior Eight was the fastest crew, taking the Head pennant in a time of 16.04, with UCD finishing second 13 seconds behind and BRC 20 seconds slower. Both Novice Eights also performed well on the unfamiliar course, with the 'A' boat only four seconds behind their UCD counterparts, though the Queen's novices took the category on their home course.
Both results bode well for the Gannon, although the Senior men did not feel that they performed up to their potential and believe that they should have left UCD much further behind. The novice result, however, is encouraging, in light of the slight steering errors that delayed the crew during the race, suggesting the potential for a better time.
Both crews head to Erne next weekend and look to improve on all aspects of their performance. Though you cannot be fully dissatisfied with a win, the Senior Eight must keep their sights focused on continued improvement for London Head in three week's time. Below is a photo of the Senior crew with their winning pennant from Lagan. -gcm
DUBC Senior Eight (l to r) Tindal, Floyd, Heverin, Kerlin, Magee (cox), MacDomhnaill, Calnan (captain), Osborne (stroke), Swift.
February 18th, 2008
Last Monday I presented the first part of an article detailing the ea.rly years of the Club. Today, we have the conclusion to that piece, from The Irsih Times, May 17, 1932.
FIRST PROFESSIONAL TRAINER
D.U.R.C. had a professional trainer, G. Williams, of Manchester, for the first time in 1859, and a representative crew tried to carry off the Glenbrook Cup again, but the University and City of Cork boats sank, and Cork Harbour barely managed to keep afloat to win. In 1860 the University crew visited Belfast, but were beaten on the Lagan by the Clyde Amateur Rowing Club. At this point, rowing in Cork went ahead, Tom Grant and Tom Peacock being engaged as trainers, while there was considerable slackness in Dublin Bay. Restrictions were put on as to the number of crews competing to make a race, and as there was only one buoy round which all the boats should turn, fouls and disputes were the inevitable consequences. This was remedied years later by laying down a separate buoy for each boat, and, later still, of making each crew keep its own water, or leave it at the peril of being fouled.
At the Kingstown Regatta of 1863, outriggers were forbidden and there were three competitors in the four-oared races, D.U.R.C, Liffey and Kingstown. Considerable difficulty arose as to the boats, University and Kingstown starting in gigs, passed by the Committee, while the Liffey men persisted in rowing in a style of boat so extended at the sides as to resemble an outrigger. This was disallowed, but the Liffey men rowed, finished first, and were disqualified.
In 1865, D.U.R.C. got the services of Tom Grant as trainer, and a strong crew was got together, consisting of Messrs. F. Patterson, G. Atkins, R. O'B. Lane and George Farren, with E. Dillion or J.D. La Touche as cox. Their principle opponents this year were Cork Harbour, consisting of Messrs. C. Drinan, H.D. Brookes, J. Byrne and R. Foley, with J. Drinan as cox.
Their first meeting was at Kingstown, and there were repeated fouls at the turns. At the last buoy, when turning, a Cork supporter in a large boat laden with Southerners, actually held the University boat back, and Cork got the lead to win, despite protests. A few days later D.U.R.C. went to Coleraine and beat City of Derry, Bann and Belfast, and going on to Derry they beat the Derry men again. Then, inside five days, they appeared at Glenbrook and beat Cork Harbour, while a week later they were in Belfast, and again defeated Cork Harbour, as well as two Belfast crew and one from Coleraine.
REGATTA AND SECESSION
In 1866 the D.U.R.C. ventured on a bold experiment by giving a public regatta, and they got a good deal of support, the Board of Trinity College giving ten guineas, while the members themselves contributed ₤95, and Sir Benjamin Lee Guinness and the two county members of Parliament also subscribed. The course was round a turning buoy at the Pigeon House, and Mersey won the open event from Cork Harbour, the heavy D.U.R.C. being last. In 1867 an event occurred in the D.U.R. Club that would have crippled any other club in Ireland for years. A secession took place of a very large number of members who formed the Dublin University Boat Club.
A momentous event occurred in 1869, when the Dublin Metropolitan Regatta was established by the University Boat Club- the new body. The rowing club declined to take an active part, but subscribed ₤25 towards it. The regatta was a great success, and Cork Harbour carried off the first Metropolitan Cup of one hundred sovereigns, over a two and a half mile course. The second Metropolitan Regatta was also a success, and the Henley crew of the Boat Club won the Metropolitan Cup. In 1871 George Wakefield was trainer of the rowing club, and R. Labatt won the Senior Scullers' Cup for the championship of the Clyde at the Scottish National Regatta, but it almost seemed as if there would be no Metropolitan Regatta, as the boat club had declined to take it in hand for the third time. The Rowing Club then took it over, the members subscribing ₤50 and altogether ₤553 was collected. The Rowing Club won the Liffey Cup, but was beaten in the final of the Pembroke Cup (for eights- the first on Irish waters) by the Boat Club. At Glenbrook Labatt was beaten by G.H. Pentland for the sculling championship of the Lee, but won the senior sculls at the Boyne, beating Ivor McIvor.
J. Coxton, of Sorbiton, was the Rowing Club trainer in 1872, and the Metropolitan Regatta was under the management of the University Rowing Club. The Dodder Cup (for amateur oarsmen who had not attained their majority) was added this year, but Rowing Club were beaten in it by Neptune. The Rowing Club four- R.S. Cochrane, G. Patterson, R. Labatt and J.H. Cathrew, with E.K. Byrne cox- were beaten in the final of the Metropolitan Cup by Boat Club, but won the Liffey Cup, and A. Houghton won the Junior Scullers' Cup.
ROWING CLUB WITHDRAWS
The University Rowing Club had no share in the management of the Metropolitan Regatta of 1873. They had not only resigned, but had refused to have anything to do with the meetings, though they had the Challenge Cups and ₤114 in hand. An equal representation of each club on the Committee was demanded, and refused by a large majority of the members who were not belonging to the U.R.C. The Boat Club and Neptune representatives then retired from the Committee, and an angry newspaper war arose, resulting in the withdrawal of the Rowing Club from all participation in the organization of the Regatta, and handing over the Cups and money to the new committee. Some important changes were made in the conditions of the Regatta. The distance rowed for the Metropolitan and Liffey Cups was reduced to a straight course of a mile and a quarter, the same as at Henley, and the Pembroke contest was no longer rowed in heats. The first four of the Rowing Club own their heat against Cork Harbour in the Metropolitan Cup, but were ultimately beaten by the Kingstown crew, fresh from winning the Wyfold Cup at Henley and the Chester Cup on the Dee.
It would require too much space to detail the doings of the rival 'Varsity clubs since that far-off period, and, though the Metropolitan Regatta continued to be held successfully for many years, it was found that the roughness of the water during certain prevalent winds was a disadvantage at Ringsend. A Metropolitan Regatta Sub-Committee reported in 1890 that the Upper Liffey course between Islandbridge and Chapelizod had one drawback- an extremely sharp bend nearly opposite Chapelizod Park gate. Until this obstacle was removed, it was admitted that the course would not be suitable for racing. A few years later, Mr. W.G. Towers, who, in the 'seventies, helped the Boat Club to secure many valuable prizes, conceived the idea that he would endeavour to carry out a scheme for removing the obstruction. The idea did not commend itself to many of the oldest oarsmen associated with Ringsend, but Mr. Towers set about the work, and his ideas were not only agreeable to the Boat Club, but to the majority of those who graduated in Trinity, and he speedily had the means to enable him to commence the work of erecting suitable premises, which were completed in 1898. Then the most important event in the history of Irish rowing took place, Dublin University Rowing Club and Dublin University Boat Club again joining hands, after an estrangement of some thirty years, Mr. H.S. Ryan, ex-captain of the Rowing Club, was elected first captain of the new club, the Dublin University Boat Club, whose colours, black, white and blue, combine those of the long-time rival bodies. The Metropolitan Regatta, after lapsing for several years, was recently revived. Dolphin and Commercial Clubs alone remain faithful to Ringsend, the other having migrated to Islandbridge; for 'Westward the tide of rowing makes its way.'" -gcm
February 11th, 2008
This past Saturday, we once again held our annual Trial Eights dinner. It was, once again, a thoroughly enjoyable evening and a briliant succcess. Well done to the Captain and his committee. Congratulations are also extended to Eoin MacDomhnaill who was awarded the Pineapple Cup as the Club's fastest sculler. He was also presented with the Senior Zephyr formerly belonging to James Lindsay-Fynn, which the World Champion asked be given to this year's fastest sculler. James also donated his old novice zephyr and asked that it be presented to the first year novice with the best erg score. Accordingly, it was presented to new oarsmen Danny Ryan on the night. I'd also like to thank all the past members who were in attendance on Saturday, your presence definately added to the club spirit and made the night even more memorable.
Now, having just celebrated one of the Club's best traditions, it seems appropriate to present a long article on the founding of the club, in two parts, from the Irish Times, May 17, 1932. Most of this infromation is available in Ray Blake's excellent history of the Boat Club "In Black and White" (copies of which are still available upon request). However, there are some very interesting details given regarding the activities of the Pembroke Rowing Club, of which much less is known.
"ROWING IN IRELAND. EARLY DAYS OF THE SPORT. DUBLIN UNIVERSITY'S BIG SHARE. By R.T.C.B."
With another rowing season just opening, some notes on the history of the sport in Ireland may be interesting to oarsmen. Previous to the year 1830, rowing, as an amateur pastime, was almost entirely unknown in this country, and to the old Dublin Univesrity Rowing Club, known as the 'Royal Blues,' must be given the lion's share of the credit in fostering the sport in its early days; and we find that the first rowing club having a habitation and a name was established at Ringsend in 1833, under the title of the Dublin Rowing Club. A club rarely progresses unless there is keen competition or generous rivalry, and the Dublin Rowing Club had to content itself with practice and mathces amongst its members.
For some cause, a number of members seeded in 1836, and formed themselves into a seperate body, called the Pembroke Rowing Club. Rivalry added to the frequent mathces that took place between the parent club and its offshoot, but the latter had for a number of years the balance of defeat recorded against them. Then the Pembroke Club produced a 'four' that for several years swept everything before them wherever they competed. This became known as the 'Christian Era,' for, in 1838, the crew consisted of three brothers Christian- George, Robert, and Prowse, who, with Arthur Bushe, senior, made up this formidable 'four.' The younest of the brothers Christian, Prowse, was then a mere lad of sixteen, but an excellent oarsmen. In the year mentioned the brothers, with W. Webb as stroke, made their first public appearance at Kingstown Regatta, and won the four-oared race, while Prowse Christian and C. Banks won the pairs. In 1839 there was no regatta in Dublin Bay, but the Christians and Arthur Bushe, senior, won several races and matches over the course at Ringsend, now known as the Metropolitan. Prowse Christian and Bushe also carried away the pair at Oughterard and Galway Bay, and the Prowse Christian and W. Webb formed a pair that had a long sequence of successes.
FIRST RINGSEND REGATTA
In 1840 the Pembroke Rowing Club held a regatta at Ringsend, probably the first ever brought off there, and the 'Rover' was specially built for the Chrisitans, to be used on the occasions, in those early days all rowing boats having a name. Two of the Christians fell ill in trianing, and only George rowed with a scratch crew, to maek a race. In 1841, only the youngest brother put in an appearance on the water, and in the chief contest which the crew enganged they were beaten in the final by a Liverpool crew.
In 1842 was formed the four which for years was almost invincible. It consisted of George Chrisitan, W.R. Crosbie, Prowse Christian, C. Bond (stroke) and W. Webb (cox). These won easily at Athlone and took the Cup at Kingstown. Then, joined by R. Christian and J. Baker, they won the six-oared race, while R. Crosbie and P. Christian won the pairs. At that time the 'Christian' era was looked on as unparalleled as regards successes of the fours and pairs formed by the above-mentioned oasrmen. The following year they won the principal races at all the regattas near Dublin, and in the pairs P. Christian and W.R. Crosbie conceded fifty yards' start to all opponents and yet won!
In 1844 the Christians intended to retire, but on being twitted as being afraid to meet the Dublin Rowing Club's crews at Kingstown they went into training, bought a castoff boat called the 'Flirt' form their opponents, and at the Regatta they beat the first crew of the Dublin Rowing Club, trianed and steered by Goodman, a London waterman; the Liverpool crew, trained and steered by Kipping, another London waterman; a second D.R.C. crew, a second crew of Pembroke, and the formidable crew of the Smith's from Athlone. 1846 was the last year which the formidable four appeared in public, the three Christians and Crosbie being pitted against Dublin Rowing Club at Kingstown. They were leading easily when Crosbie fainted from cramp, and, of course, lost. Next day, with Bond in the boat, they offered to row any crew present for any stake, but the offer was declined, and the great partnership was dissolved.
About this period the old Pembroke Club gave up its distinctive title and merged into the Dublin University Rowing Club, non-University men of both bodies being admitted, with a number of 'associates.' There was a lull in regattas in Irish waters from 1851 to 1858, but in 1851 a new crew was formed in the D.U.R.C., consisting of Messrs. H. McDonnell, A. Bushe (a nephew of the Christians), John and William Keogh, and at the Kingstown Regatta in that year this crew defeated the Dublin Rowing Club on two consecutive days, though the Univeristy Club rowed in a banked and streak-built boat by Searle and their opponents in an outrigger. In 1852 a crew was sent to the Queenstown Harbour Regatta, but it was beaten by a Cork crew known as the Anderson crew, the University being second, a crew of officers (old Etonians), trained by Campbell, a London trainer, being third, in an outrigger, and Dublin Rowing Club being last. The last-named crew consisted of Messrs. Duff, Shaw, Rynd, and Neville.
In 1852 the D.U.R.C. crew appeared at Kingstown, Cork Harbour, Dollymount and Ringsend Regattas, and the following year were beaten at Kingstown by the 'Nemesis' of Manchester, a Cork crew being third. For some years a cloud hung over rowing affairs, but in 1858, matters brightened up, and the Glenbrook and Cork Harbour Clubs were established in the South. At the Glenbrook Regatta there was a fifty-guinea prize offered, which Bushe's crew (A. Bushe, E. Cavanagh, F. Moore and J. Keogh) carried off in a banked boat, beating three Cork crews, two of them in out-riggers."....
To be continued next week as the article continues on to look at DURC's first proffessional trainer, the rise of Metropolitan Regatta, the founding of DUBC, and the amalgamation of the DURC and DUBC. -gcm
February 5th, 2008
Apologies to any regular readers who have been anxiously waiting for this weeks dose of DUBC history. Its a day late, but hopefully it was worth the wait. Below is a report from the Irish Times of June 24, 1857 describing, in elaborate terms, the competition for the Ladies' Plate in that year. It also nicely demonstrates the respect that Trinity has always received at Henley.
"Thousands crowded under the old trees and on the beautiful slopes stretching gently down to the River Thames at Henley yesterday. Of all the reches on the Thames, that of which Henley is the centre is admitted to be the most charming. The belles of London stream forth annually, if the weather be propitious, to see and be seen. Mot much do they care which crew wins- unless, indeed, they have a partiality for the lads from Eton, or are kindly disposed to the handsome, loose-built undergraduates who come from Dublin to contest, as Irishmen should, the right to the Ladies' Plate on English waters, and in whose honour the colours black and white were worn. But the lawns on the river side form an unrivalled promenade, where beauty can display itslef in the most elegant and fashionable attire. Yesterday the air was scented with the perfume of new-mown hay; the wild flowers were at their brightest; the trees were in full and undimmed foliage. The few quaint old hostelries in the small town of Henley had every room engaged for weeks before. Happy were they who could obtain shelter in any homestead however humble. The ladies travelled down by train or wagonnette, or sailed up the river in barges or canoes. Fortunately there was no dust or wind. A few who had friends in the ancient hamlet donned travelling costumes for the road, but brought down with them finery intended to fitting. Our correspondent describes the scene on the banks of the river to be charming. The many-coloured dresses seemed to be in perpetual movement, and were relieved by the grass and rich background of the trees. Oarsemn, of course, could only speak of boats and crews, but the ladies discussed everything but politics. In the earlier contests we have little interest- our anxiety was centered on the crew of the boat from Trinity College, Dublin. Several of the more experienced members of our University crew have gone out into the active business of life. the major portion the present crew consists of comparatively fresh hands; but they trained incessently. Indeed, their "coach" seemed to think that they were overtrained, and he decided that they should enjoy complete rest for a day or two before the contest. At Henley the course is up the river and against the stream, which, swollen by the recent rains, ran with a strong current. Consequently it is considered to be a matter of importance to obtain a position on the Berkshire side of the river, where the current does not rush with such impetuosity. In the first heat, which came off at half-past four, the crew from Trinity College, Cambridge, contested against that of Radley College and won with extreme ease. At fice o'clock the Dublin crew, to whom the lot had given the Berkshire side, started against the crack crew of Eton. The contest was a close one, and vigorously fought, but in the end the Dublin crew were successful. The coveted Ladies' Plate, however, is not yet theirs. Another heat today must decide whether the Plate shall be carried home in triumph to Dublin or be brought to Cambridge. Yesterday's work was a sort of preliminary examination; the real test takes place to-day. From the style of rowing, steadiness, and pluck manifested by the Dublin crew, we have strong hopes that the cheers which will roll along the banks of the Thames at Henley will be echoed by the anxious class-fellows who await the earliesy intelligence of to-day's trial in the courts of Trinity College, Dublin."
And so it was with eager anticipation that the supporters of Trinity opened the Irish Times of Friday, June 25, 1875 to find out whether or not the men in black and white had been victorous, and were greeted with the happy news that
"The Dublin University crew have carried off the Ladies' Plate after and unparalleled struggle. The race seemed to be for life or death, and the positions of the contending boats varied every hundred yards. This is the first time the Dublin University crew carried off the Ladies' Plate, although like true Irishmen they have ever made that prize the chief object of their ambition. They were matched against a very powerful crew, and hence the determined character of the struggle and the greater glory of the victors. We congratulate heartily the University Boat Club on their signal success." -gcm
January 28th, 2008
Trial Eights:
This year Trial Eights will be held on the 9th of February in the Boathouse. As this is one of the oldest and best traditions the club has, we really hope that as many members, former and present, can make it. As always, it is strictly black tie with a photo to be followed by dinner. Tickets are avaialable from the Club Secretary at floyda@tcd.ie.
To whet your appetites for the 9th, below is a short clip showing the Club racing at Trial Fours (the predeccesor to Trial Eights). Of note are the 'magpies', which was the official DUBC sweater worn during outings. It is also interesting that the Trial Four boats were made up of mixed crews, with some oarsmen sporting their white zephyrs, while others wore the stripey. Hopefully, we will have as large a turnout this year as they had then, as the full balcony at the end of the clip indicates. -gcm
January 21st, 2008
With the Novice Men preparing for their first true race of the season at Dublin Head on February 9th, it seems appropriate to remind ourselves of success in that event from the past. Below is a report from the Irish Times of May 22, 1950 detailing the victory over UCD by a Trinity Senior Eight that contained so many excellent oarsmen, including our current President, Robin Tamplin. Also interesting to note is that, at that time, categories were still defined by the type of boat that was rowed (Fine or Clinker, for example). The results show that DUBC were faster than UCD in both boats, not to mention the fact that UCD also had the honor of placing dead last.
Trinity Win Head of the River Race
Dublin University senior eight again won the Head of the River race, which was held over a course from Islandbridge to below O'Connell Bridge, on Saturday. Rowing in a Fine boat, the Trinity crew clocked 12 minutes 44 seconds, which was eight seconds better than U.C.D. senior. Neptune senior crew finished third.
Result:-
1. Dublin University B.C., crew No. 1 (Fine)- Bow, H. Wilson; T. Kilroy, H. Clark, J.G. Leather, W. Orr, M. Murray-Alston, H.H. Strain, stk., R.W. Tamplin; cox, E. Ward. 12 mins. 44 secs; 2, U.C.D., crew No. 1 (Fine), 12 mins. 52 secs.; 3, Neptune crew No. 1 (Fine), 13 mins. 20 2-5 secs.; 4, D.U., crew No. 3 (Fine), 13 mins. 44 secs.; 5, Neptune, crew No. 2 (Clinker), 13 mins. 54 4-5 secs.; 6, Portora Royal School (Fine), 14 mins. 10 secs.; 7, Commercial (Clinker), 14 mins. 28 secs.; 8, Lady Elizabeth (Fine), 14 mins. 48 3-5 secs.; 9, D.U. crew No. 4 (Clinker), 15 mins. 12 secs.; 10, Old Colleges (Fine), 15 mins 12 1-5 secs.; 11, Drogheda (Clinker), 15 mins. 16 1-5 secs.; 12, D.U., crew No. 2 (Clinker), 17 mins. 44 4-5 secs.; 13, U.C.D., crew No. 2 (Clinker), 18 mins. 9 2-5 secs.
January 16th, 2008
The latest edition of Trinity News is now available and the Boat Club has, deservedly, recieved a fair share of ink. For those members who are not able to get their hands on a copy, links to the articles are provided below.
The first story reviews the recent damage that has been done to our boats: Despite vandalism Boat Club "won't be defeated"
The second is a review of the recent training camps:Boat Club rowers return from state-of-the-art training in Spain
Finally, a letter to the Editor from the Admiral:
Jealousy, immaturity, or misplaced animosity fueled attack on Boats
January 14th, 2008
Monday is here again and that means it is time for another item from the storied history of DUBC. It is only natural that we begin to think about the Gannon Cup, which is quickly aproaching (this year set for the 22nd of March, mark your calendars!). Because of this, we take a look at a preview of the first Gannon Cup race in the Irish Times of June 21st, 1947. Interesting to note the much later date for the race and that it was utilized as preparation for Henley. Also interesting to note that it took until 1947 for U.C.D. to be even considered a potential contender to Trinity, making such a race feasible.
"Inter-University Boat Race
University College (Dublin) and Trinity inaugurate to-day what is expected to be an annual boat race as popular here as the Oxford and Cambridge race is in London. The idea of such a race has long been in the mind and, now that U.C.D. have reached the stage of being potential challengers of the supremacy which Dublin University had enjoyed so long, the plan will be brought to fruition.
The two crews will race from Kingsbridge to below O'Connell Bridge, for the Gannon Memorial Cup. This trophy has been presented in memory of the late Captain Ciaran Gannon, R.A.M.C., who was killed on active service in Burma in March, 1944. He was captain of U.C.D. in 1938 and 1939, when that club rose to be the premier Irish Club; and the Cup now presented in his memory could not fulfil its purpose more appropriately than as a perpetual challenge cup for the annual race between the two university clubs.
The start will be at 2.30 p.m., and as the two crews are trained to the minute in anticipation of their coming appearance at Henley, the race should prove to be close and exciting.
U.C.D. won the toss, and elected to row the North Station. The crews are;-
U.C.D.- Bow, T. Dowdell (C.B.S., Synge street); 2, P.J. Doherty (St. Columba's College, Derry); 3, J. Slavin (C.B.S. Newry); 4, J. Hanley (Colaiste Mhuire); 5,B. McDonald (Clongowes Wood); 6, M. McElligot (Belvedere); 7, D. Farrelly (O'Connell Schools); stroke, P. Dooley (C.B.S. Limerick); cox, D. Sugrue (C.U.S.).
Dublin University- Bow, A. Stapleton (Ampleforth); 2, T. Michael (Mountjoy); 3, G. Giltrap (Sandford Park); 4, J. Hunter (Colerain Inst.); 5, T. Bell (Dundalk G.S.); 6, R. Siberry (Wesley); 7, A. Wiley (Campbell); stroke, J. Hanna (Belfast Inst.); cox, E. Ward (St. Mary's, Dundalk)."
Editor's Note: Trinity dominated U.C.D. then, just as we did last year, winning that first race by a length, in a time of 6.55.4. -gcm
January 7th, 2008
This past weekend, both the Senior and Novice Squads finished their training camps in Seville, Spain and Cappoquinn, respectively. Both camps were an overall success, with the Seniors logging 40km a day in singles and coxless fours, while the Novices expanded their understanding of oarsmenship along the Blackwater. There was, however, some damage done to the boats in Cappoquinn on the last night, as reported in the Irish Times today. The authorities have been contacted and are making every effort to discover the culprit of this cowardly act.
Luckily, the majority of the boats that the Men had brought had been safely stored in the ferryman's cottage garden and were untouched, leaving only one four damaged, though more extensive damage was sustained by boats belonging to the Ladie's club.
More than the monetary loss and the damage that this incident does to our ability to train for the season, it makes one wonder what type of person would commit such a crime, especially given the longstanding and excellent relationship between DUBC and the Old Blue, Cappoquinn Boat Club. While we may never know the answer to that question, it was clear from the reaction of the many friends of DUBC in the Cappoquinn and Villierstown area that the sentiments expressed by this dirty deed were not shared by the community at large, who have always gone out of their way to welcome the rowers from Trinity. We would like to once again thank the Murrays, Flynns, and the people of Cappoquinn who made this year's camp an overall success, despite this incident.
Clearly, whoever committed this act was hoping for a reaction. I only hope that the perpetrator was awake on Sunday morning to see the response from the boat clubs. While initially he or she may have witnessed the shock and dismay of the rowers upon discovering their boats ruined, he or she would have quickly been dissapointed, as both clubs quickly rallied and put their crews on the water for the final paddle of the camp. Both of the DUBC Novice 8s regained their composure and battled each other in near perfect conditions, splitting a pair of ten minute pieces at race pace.
Rather than be defeated by the actions of this coward who sought to stop us, we decided to make the best response possible: to carry on rowing, just as we have done for over 170 years. Clearly, this individual hoped to prevent us from the sport we love, but was unaware that DUBC has faced similar hardships in the past and has never let such an incident disrupt us, and that we have no plans to do so now. Despite the loss, it is nothing that, with the support of our old boys, the College, and the rowing community, we can prevent us from rowing and winning at all levels this year. -GCM
December 31st, 2007
As most of us prepare for New Year's Eve celebrations, the Senior squad are preparing to do battle against each other in singles in the sunshine of Seville, where they are on training camp. Today, they are contesting for the Pineapple Cup, awarded each year to the Club's fastest sculler at Trial VIIIs. In honor of this, and to keep up with my commitment of adding a little Club history to the page every Monday, we take a look at the history of the Pineapple Cup. From the Irish Times, Tuesday, August 7th, 1951:
"The Diamond Sculls. Sir- In 'An Irishmans Diary'of Saturday last it is stated that the Diamond Sculls race at Henley Regatta has not been won by an Irishman for more than forty years.
The late Major Charles V. Fox, rowing for the Brigade of Guards Club, also won the Diamond Sculls something over forty years ago. The handsome gold cup which he won for this race was, after his death, very kindly presented by his sister to the Dublin University Boat Club, and is now in their possession, together with the other cups which Trinity Boat Club crews have won outright in bygone days.
His brother, the late William Fox, rowed for Trinity College, Dublin, as an undergraduate in the eight which won the Thames Cup at Henley in 1903. Both brothers were in the Egyptian Service. Charles served for a time in the Southern Sudan area, and came south on safari on political duties to Gondokoro, which was then incorporated in the Nile Province of Uganda, where I met him serving as M.D. to the 4th Battallion K.A.R. Their parents resided in Dublin, but I am unable to state if they were relate to the present winner of this race. Yours, etc. J.C.R. Dublin, August 6th, 1951."
December 31st, 2007
It is with much regret that the Boat Club has to share the news of the passing of Frank Trufelli, on December 22nd. Frank rowed in the Senior VIII in 1956 and lived in Portrush, Co. Antrim. The Club extends its condolences to his family during this difficult holiday season. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the N.I. Chest, Heart & Stroke Association c/o James McMullan & Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, Co. Antrim, BT53 6AQ. -gcm
December 17th, 2007
As the oarsmen of DUBC break for the Christmas holidays and prepare for their training camps in Seville and Cappoquinn in the New Year, we follow on last week's look at the DUBC crews who were travelled to race in the US in 1876 with a review of one of the races they took part in on that tour against Trinity College, Cambridge in September of that year (Note: Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to view).
December 10th, 2007
In order to provide some insight into the vast and glorious history of the Boat Club for oarsmen and friends of DUBC who check this website, I will be adding something of interest relating to the Club's past or its former members every Monday. So, watch this space! I begin by including a link to a New York Times article dated June 24th, 1876. The article sheds some light on the early days of the Boat Club and the rivalry that existed with the older Rowing Club, as both clubs prepared to send crews to the Centennial Regatta in Philadelphia that year. It also gives a sketch of training conditions at the old club in Ringsend. (Note: This article requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to view). -gcm
December 4th, 2007
DUBC will once again have its annual Christmas Commons in the Trinity Dinning Hall on the 13th of December, with reception to follow. All those attending are to meet at 6pm sharp on the steps of the dinning hall for the annual photo. Dress is strictly black tie. All current members are encouraged to attend. There are also tickets available for those past members who wish to join us for the traditional DUBC Christmas cheer. Tickets are available from this Wednesday in Boat Club Rooms, 17.0.01, between 12 and 6. The price is 50 euro, which includes both the meal and reception. -gcm
November 20th, 2007
The latest issue of Trinity News has two articles of interest for current and past Boat Club members, which can now be viewed online.
In the first, you can read Rob Swift's review of DUBC's recent performance at the London Fours Head.
In the second article, the Admiral interviews James Lindsay-Fynn, discussing his rowing career at Trinity and its impact on his recent World Championship success. -gcm
November 2nd, 2007
London Fours Head:
DUBC will race the Fours Head on the tideway tommorrow. The Senior squad has been split into a coxless Four of Osborne, MacDonald, Tindal, and Calnan and a Quad of Doherty, Hevernan, Kerlin, and Swift for the event. Any London based Old Boys are encouraged to come out and cheer for both boats. -gcm
October 30th, 2007
The Admiral would like to apologize to Maria Duneava, who received Junior Colours, but whose name was absent from the list of Colours posted on this website. -gcm
October 30th, 2007
DUBC Massacre
The annual Boat Club Massacre will take place tommorow, Weds the 31st of October. The evening will kick off in the Pav at 7. Tickets are on sale today and tommorow in the Arts Block -gcm
October 26th, 2007
Last night, DUBC held its Annual General Meeting. The following officers were elected for 2008-
Captain: Joseph Calnan
Vice-Captain: Timoth Harnedy
Hon Secretary: Alexander Floyd
Hon Treasurer: James Byrne
House and Grounds: Stephen Friel
John Aiken was also elected for another three year term as Chairman of the Long Term Committee.
In addition, the Club also adopted its new 5 year strategic plan, a copy of which will remain in Boat Club rooms for perusal by any member, current or past. Thanks were extended to Tim Coote for his amazing work in developing the plan.
Colours were also awarded by the outgoing Captain. They are as follows:
Novice-
Donal Finnerty, Paul Dunphy, James Byrne, Nick Kenny, Richard Mulligan, Graham Melia, Peter Mckenna, Tom Ormond, Cormac Carty, Sophia Ward
Junior-
Jools Hand, Kevin Cunningham, Brendan Guildea, Gerard Duffy, Michael Daly.
Senior-
Joseph Finbar John Calnan
Eoghan Gerard Kerlin
Rory William Horner
Edward John Roffe-Silvester
David Brian Cummins
Herny Francis Nicholas Tindal
Eoin Patrick MacDonald
Sean Martin Osborne
Gavin James Doherty
Robert Anthony James Swift
John Jospeh McCabe
Gabriel Clay Magee
October 24th, 2007
The Annual General Meeting of the Dublin University Boat Club will be held tommorow, Thursday the 25th of November 2007. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 5.15pm in the Hamilton Building, lecture theatre 3, the Panoz Institute. Attendance by all members, current and past, is encouraged as incoming Captain Joe Calnan's generosity knows no bounds and he is sure to buy a round for all who attend. -gcm
October 16th, 2007
This past weekend saw the official start to the rowing season as the senior squad took part in the annual Dublin Sculling Ladder in Islandbridge. All returning oarsmen were encouraged to participate and the results show that the focus that head coach Pattison has placed on single sculling is paying off, with Guildea(joint 9th place), Doherty (joint 13th place), and even last year's cox Magee (joint 17th) placing in the top 20. Interestingly, these three beat all the returning oarsmen from last year's Senior 8 including Calnan, Swift, Kerlin, MacDonald, Laird, and Osborne, in that order. This is a particularly good result for Guildea, who now appears set to make a legitmate challenge for a place in a top boat after being dropped from the second 8 at the Champs last year. Doherty should also be encouraged, as three years of dedication are begining to pay off and he should consider himself a contender for a place in this year's top 8. Also, well done to ex Captain Andrew Coleman, wearing the Ultramarine and Old Gold of Lady Elizabeth, who placed fourth overall just 3 secs behind Irish squad member Eugene Coakley. Full results can be viewed at the IARU website. -gcm
October 16th, 2007
Read about DUBC's performance at Henley and Champs in the latest issue of Trinity News.
October 8th, 2007
ATTENTION: ALL NEW NOVICES OR ANYONE THAT WOULD STILL LIKE TO JOIN THE BOAT CLUB
Groups B and C will meet outside the sports center at 6pm. Please be ready to train and in appropriate kit (shorts and runners, etc). If you are not sure of your group, come down along to the sports center at 6 and we'll sort you out. -gcm
October 4th, 2007
ATTENTION: All New Members
The tour of the boathouse is tommorow. We're going to meet in Front Arch at 1pm. Anyone is welcome, brings your friends. You'll get a chance to meet the coaches and check out the boats and gym. Plus, we'll also be running our erg competition, so you can even win a cash prize to buy a few pints for your new found friends during the pub crawl after the tour!
If you can't make it Friday, we'll be meeting again Saturday at 1pm in Front Arch to go down to the boathouse for the first introductory session in the boats, so just come along then with a pair of shorts and runners. -GCM
October 1st, 2007
FRESHERS WEEK
It's the start of another season all ready. Don't miss your chance to join DUBC this year, stop by our stand in Front Square all week. Plus, take a shot at the erg competition, it's open to all new members. Whoever pulls the fastest time over 100m wins forty euro!! -gcm
September 3rd, 2007
World Rowing Championships, Munich
Yesterday, in the final of the World Rowing Championships former DUBC Captain James Lindsay-Fynn and British Lightweight 4- came through a field of strong competitors to claim the title of World Champions in a thrilling performance. With this win they have firmly established their presence at the highest level of International rowing, certainly marking them as one of the best crews in the world and placing them among the leading contenders for the ultimate prize, an Olympic Gold medal. Congratulations to him on such an amazing achievement. According to the DUBC reporter on the scene in Munich, D.B. Cummins, the race was "pure class" as GB were behind at the halfway point, though all crews were quite close. Cummins could barely contain himself as he phoned in from the winners podium where the medals were being presented. He described how the GB 4- just kept pushing harder and harder in the last thousand meters until they gained the lead coming into the finish. Despite the Herculian effort already laid down, they then found some untapped reserve of energy that their competitors had no answer for as they sprinted for the line and won the race by a quarter of a length. Certainly, a great performance for the ex-DUBC oar and one that all DUBC members, current and past, should be proud of. We wish him the best of luck as he prepares for the ultimate sporting contest, the Olypmics. Well done James and good luck -GCM
September 1st, 2007
World Rowing Championships, 2007. Munich
James Lindsay-Fynn and the GB LW4- continued their succesful run in Munich yesterday with a strong performance. They placed first in their semi-final which also saw them competing against the Irish Lightweight 4, who came sixth. Next up for James is the A final on Sunday where they face China, Italy, France, Canada, and Denmark. Meanwhile, the Irish 4 will race the B final where they can still qualify for the Olympics. Best of luck to both crews. Also in attendance at these Championships are Senior DUBC oarsmen Cummins and Kerlin who I had hoped would be able to provide live updates of all the racing action. However, it would appear that the pair has yet to find the racing course, best of luck to both of them as well -GCM
August 27th, 2007
World Cup World Rowing Championships 2007, Munich
Current GB oarsmen and former DUBC Captain James Lindsay-Fynn progressed through the heat today in the Men's Lightweight Four in Munich. The four, which lead all the way to finish ahead of Germany and Russia, will next race on Wednesday in the Quarterfinals. His Four has had a very succesful year and we wish him luck in the last event of the season. Further results from Munich are available here atWorldRowing.com
July 13th, 2007
Henley has come and gone and once again there were many positives for DUBC. The Senior 4+ had a very gritty race into heavy flow against a bigger Colgate University 4 in the first round and, after leading by a length at the barrier, could not maintain that lead and overcome the disadvantage of the current and went out in the first round on Weds by 1/2 length. This is a slim margin, considering that some pundits where gauging the effect of the flow anywhere from 1 to 2 lengths for an 8. The crew all agreed that it was the best row they had had in their short time together and give full respect to the strenght of Colgate.
Unfortunately, it was this very same University that was to end the Senior 8s run this year as well. It is a shame that two small Universities should have to battle it out with each other, but the fact that they were both able to field a strong squad of Senior oarsmen is a credit to the strength of both Boatclubs. After two comfortable wins on Weds and Thurs, the Trinity men had their first test on Friday against Colgate. As in the 4+ Colgate had the advantage of the Berks station and the flow, which, due to the massive amount of rain this year, was unusually strong. Being well rested, the men in Black and White went off the start with their usual vigor, only to find that it took everything in their power to pull them level into that current. At this stage, Colgate seemed to move away without any extra effort. However, as the flow shifted into our favor, the Trinity men rowed strongly and narrowed the gap. Coming through the Steward's Enclosure, however, that meandering current that is such a unique part of the Henley course once again favored Colgate and Trinity knew that they would need un unbelievable wind to turn the tide. However, it was too much to ask of a crew who had given everything in the heroic battle early in the race, and they were not able to move through the strong Colgate crew as they have done to so many Irish crews this year. Fair play to Colgate for an excellent race.
Still, while this years 8 where dissapointed not to make it past Friday, we must not forget that no other Irish University was even represented in an 8 at Henley. There are many positives to take away from this strong performance and these will stand out more and more as the slightly bitter taste of dissapointment fades into memory. They are a strong crew, no doubt one of the best DUBC crews in recent memory. They built on last years success and have gone on to win at Senior level all year. The 8 is faster than last year. They have medalled at Gent, twice. They are all dedicated oarsmen who have unselfishly sacrificed for the pride of DUBC all year. I am personally proud to have rowed with them all, well done to every one. The focus now shifts to the Irish Rowing Championships in Cork. DUBC has entered Senior, Intermediate, and Novice 8 as well as Senior and Novice 4+. We also have both a Novice and Intermediate 1x entered. The main focus will be the Senior 8 on Saturday, and the Novice 8 today. Good luck to all crews -GCM
July 1st, 2007
On Friday evening, the Trinity second 8 attempted to qualify for this year's Temple Challenge Cup. This 8 is comprised mostly of our novice squad, who are in Henley trying to stay sharp in preperation for the Novice Championships. However, because two members of that crew are in the Senior 8 and because other less dedicated oarsmen have abandoned the club when it needs them the most, they were short of the full requirement needed in order to row. Luckily, Ali Floyd was present and volunteered to row. This left one open spot to be filled. It dawned on Novice Coach John Mohan that the Captain and cox of the Prince Albert four was eligible to row, and, was not unfamiliar with the rowing stroke, having only switched to coxing after rowing the two years previous. Grudginly, the ultra-light agreed to sacrifice for the crew and eat a few meals in order to prepare for his first sweep race of the season!! If the 8 was succesful in the qualifier, it would put the Captain in the rare position of coxing and rowing in two seperate events at Henley. However, it was not meant to be. The 8 got off to an extrememly fast start and hit their target rate of 36 and we're flying past the barrier when the strong winds and a loose rudder, plus perhaps some questionable steering, brought the boat too close to the booms, causing blades to smack of the marker posts. The middles four did their best to carry on while stroke and 2 put their blades back in their gates and the 8 was back moving as fast as possible, but the damage had been done. When the times were posted, Trinity 'B' missed out on qualifying by 3 secs. No doubt, without the incident, they would have qualified easily, but some things are not meant to be and it will allow those oarsmen to refocus themselves on their true goal- the Novice pot, while also allowing the Prince Albert 4 to focus on its task this week. -GCM
July 1st, 2007
The draw for Henley has been done and is now available to download online here at the HRR website. In the Temple Challenge Cup, Trinity College 'A' will face off against Lady Margaret, Cambridge. The 8 have been training well and are confident that they are well prepared for this race. Meanwhile, in the Prince Albert Challenge Cup, the Trinity 4+ will be up against Colgate University 'A' (USA). Colgate 'A' were in action yesterday at Reading Town Regatta with mixed results, loosing to Rochester Institute of Technology (USA) in one event while beating their own 'B' crew in another. Also, in the Prince Albert, ex-Trinity oarsmen Kevin Devlin will be racing for his new institution, the University of British Columbia. Not much is known about his crew, but they face a strong Durham four in the first round, so we will see rather quickly whether or not they are up to scratch. -GCM
June 24th, 2007
The oarsmen of DUBC will bid farewell to Irish waters and make their way to (hopefully) calmer waters tommorow in Henley as they begin their final preperations for the HRR this year. Any and all old boys and friends are welcome to come down and support the crew as they take part in the long standing DUBC tradition of training on the waters at Henley before that major event. This year we have 12 Senior oarsmen entered in two events- the top 8 in the Temple Challenge Cup and the top 4 in the Prince Albert. We also have a strong contingent of Novice oarsmen who will be joining us in England in order to prepare for their run at the Novice pot in three weeks time. We look forward to seeing you there. -GCM
June 11th, 2007
Last Saturday DUBC took part in the now annual Lomac Tiles University Boat Race on the river Lagan, competing against Queen's University. Much like last year, the weather was absolutely brilliant on the day and this only added to the excellent atmosphere of the event created by Jim McMullen and Lomac Tiles.
Once again, the Trinity men were primed for an excellent day of racing and they did not dissapoint. The first race for the men was the reserve race, though in fact it is exclusively for first year novices. Having suffered defeat at the Gannon, only those first year oars truly dedicated to DUBC had perservered by this stage. With such an excellent crew of second year novices this year, the first year crew knew that this day would be the highlight of their season and they were well prepared for it by coach Ali Floyd. Unlike last year, they learned their lesson from the loss to UCD at the Gannon and had trained tirelessly with this day in mind. Their efforts were not to be dissapointed. The Novice men went off the start ahead and never relinqueshed their lead, coming home over a length ahead of their northern counterparts. They rowed well and it is agreed that there is much potential in the crew for next year, we look forward to seeing them all back again in the fall.
The Senior 8s race was the last event of the day. After watching the senior women of DULBC win their race, to the delight of their coach, ex-Trinity captain Andrew Coleman, the Trinity men took to the water with full confidence that they would equal that feat. After having the better of the Queen's men throughout the year, it would take a herculian effort to overcome the crew in black and white at this stage of the year. But this did not deter the men of the Lagan, especially in front of their home crowd. With the first bend in their favor, Queens went off the start like men possesed, hoping to maximize their advantage and put Trinity on the backfoot. After a few dodgy strokes, the Trinity men settled into a rhythm and maintained their cool. They executed coach Mark Pattison's race plan with razor sharp precision. Having weathered Queen's onslaught, they had negated the Queen's advantage by 50 strokes and just continued to pull away down the course, increasing their cover with each stroke. QUBBC put up a valiant effort, but the Trinity men continued to slip away and, with the last bend to their favor, they pushed through to the finish ahead of Queens by a 2 length margin. It must be said that both crews rowed well and while Trinity had the advantage this year, we can be sure that it will only provide more fuel for the QUBBC fire for next. This year would have been a clean sweep for the Trinity crews had it not been for an unfortunate crab in the novice ladies event by next year's captain elect, a mere 100 meters from the line! This gave Queens one vistory on the day and perhaps helped ease the pain of their other defeats. Well done to Queens and a huge thank you to all the Trinty and Queen's supporters who turned out on the day, including the Lord Mayor of Belfast and the college Secretary, Michael Gleeson. Lastly, thanks again to Lomac Tiles and Jim McMullen who have made this event possible. Each year, the event is bigger and better and I hope that it will continue to be a highlight of the Trinity rowing calendar for years to come. -GCM
June 7th, 2007
On Saturday 2nd Blessington lake played host to Dublin Metropolitan Regatta.
DUBC entered three crews in the Senior VIIIs event, making up a whopping half of the field, and a Novice VIII comprised of first-year oars.
In the Senior VIIIs final, DUBC A raced strongly to take the pennant by three lengths, whilst DUBC B secured second place, putting Commercial Rowing Club and Belfast Rowing Club to the sword in the final 500m. St Michael's and DUBC C completed the field. This 1-2 further shows the depth of talent that Coaches Pattison and Mohan have been developing this season.
In a potential preview of the Novice Lomac Tiles race on the 9th June, the DUBC 1st-year Novice boat beat QUBBC B, but both Senior and Novice Queen's crews will have the luxury of home water on Saturday, so both encounters should prove exciting.
Your support is encouraged on the banks of the Lagan this Saturday, as per the timetable below.
RJAS
May 26th, 2007
It is with great regret that the Club announces the passing of one of its' most cherised members, Vice-President Dr. Norman Furlong. Norman passed away in his sleep last night, the 25th of May. Those who know him best know that he had been ill for some time, though he continued to live his life with the same toughness and temerity that characterized his rowing.
During his time in the club, Norman was recognized as an excellent oar who, after demonstrating his potential in the Senior 8 as a replacement, maintained his seat there and was eventually promoted to the stroke seat of the top boat. After a succesful rowing career, he left Trinity with a degree in Medicine and opened a large and succesful practice as a GP in Athlone. He further served his community through his longstanding involvement with the Waterways Ireland program. He also continued to support the Boat Club, not only by becoming a Vice-President, but by opening his home at Coosan Point each year to the Trinity crews competing in Athlone Regatta. No doubt many Trinity oarsmen have fond memories of the hospitality he and his wife showed the Club year after year. He will certainly be missed.
Norman is survived by his wife, Rosemary, and son, Alan. A memorial service will be held this Thursday, May 31st in Athlone, though specific details are tba. Condolences may be sent to- Rosemary Furlong, Coosan Point, Athlone, Westmeath.
May 23rd, 2007
This past Monday, the Captain of the Club travelled to Belfast in order to meet the Captain of QUBBC for the annual challenge for the Lomac Tiles University Boat Race, which will be held June 9th on the Queen's University Boathouse.
As the media assembled, the two Captains stood face to face and the Queens man challenged the Trinity man to "bring nine good men and true" to the Lagan on the day to row over the 2112m course. The Trinity Captain unflinchingly accepted the challenge, setting the stage for another battle between the two clubs for the Lomac Tiles trophy.
Last year was a brilliant event, with support from both Universities, as well as the Lord Mayor of Belfast. This year is should be no different and we hope that all Old Boys and friends of the Club will come out and support us on the June 9th, especially those in the Belfast area.
May 23rd, 2007
A Schedule of Events
LOMAC TILES UNIVERSITY BOAT RACE 9TH JUNE 2007
Race Day Schedule:
11.30am All Universities at QUBBC in LOMAC kit
11.30am MCB & RBAI Junior 16 Race
12.15pm MCB & PBC Girls Race
12.30pm Guests arrive, champagne and canapé reception
1.00pm MCB & RBAI Junior 18 Race
1.00pm Toss for Stations (3 x tosses)
1.45pm Novice Women Race
2.30pm Novice Men Race
2.45pm Senior Women crews launch (with commentary)
3.15pm Senior Women Race
3.30pm Senior Men crews launch (with commentary)
4.00pm Senior Men Race
4.30pm Presentation of medals and trophy (all races)
5.00pm Food / drinks served in marquee
6.30pm Event finishes
May 19th, 2007
Captain's Election-
Last night the annual EGM for the election of next year's Captain of DUBC was held at the Boathouse in Islandbridge. The meeting was chaired by President Robin Tamplin, with Captain Gabriel Magee present and Admiral Ed Roffe-Silvester acting as Secretary. Also in attendance were Vice-President and former Captain Donagh McDonagh, who agreed to count the votes, as well as LTC Chairmen John Aiken, Head Coach Mark Pattison, and Assistant Coach and ex-Captain John Mohan.
The Captain's Election seems to continually provide some sort of controversy or excitement in recent years, but this year saw four strong candidates put themselves forward for the coveted position who all seemed to have a thorough respect for each other, which eased the tension somewhat. Also, with his Honor present to count the votes, surely no one could question the honesty of the nights precedings. For once, the election seemed set to be a rather tame affair.
However, the natural order of things at DUBC was put right when, just as the meeting was about to be called to order, mother nature reared her ugly head and unleashed a series of gusts that would intimidate any sane rower. This caused a stir among the 31 oarsmen that were there to vote on the night, as well as those supporters gathered in attendance, who all rushed to the windows just in time to see a launch that had been left too close to the weir (heretofore known as Rosie II) being carried out into the Liffey. While most looked on in shock, agile oarsmen Brendan Guildea proved to be a man of action and boldly braved the cold Liffey water in an attempt to catch the craft before it went over the weir. His efforts were in vain, however, and the boat slid over the edge just out of his grasp. Luckily, it became safely stuck just below and, after an Expeditionary Force led by the Admiral determined that it was secure for the moment, the decision was made to rescue it after the important business at hand was settled.
Thus, the meeting was called to order and went off without a hitch. J.F. Calnan was elected to the position of Captain for the next season. Having the business of the evening settled, the meeting was ajourned and the Rosie II was hauled back up over the weir without any damage done. Congratulations to Joseph Calnan on his election and well done to all the candidates. -GCM
May 19th, 2007
Some good photos from Trinity Regatta are available at the Coaching Ireland website, located under the Rowing section here. Thanks to Paddy Doran for the link.
May 16th, 2007
Gent, Belgium- DUBC does the double.
The DUBC Senior squad travelled to Gent this past weekend to compete in the 29th International Belgian Championships held on Saturday May 12th and the 88th Gent International Regatta on May 13th hosted by KRSG. After a dissapointing race at Trinity Regatta, the crew had re-focused their energy with these races in mind and had much to prove, so they went into the weekend with high expectations, while at the same time aware that the level of competition would be much higher than anything faced yet this season. Those expectations were met and more than surpassed however, as the ten oarsmen and coach returned to Dublin with a medal from each day, making it the best Trinity result in Gent ever.
The squad arrived on Friday after a very early start to build the boat and have a quick paddle, before getting to bed early for the heat at half 10 on Saturday. We arrived at the course rested and ready to row, regardless of the strong tailwind that greeted us. These conditions made for fast times as DUBC pushed through their heat in a time of 5:58.13, beating Agecroft, Oxford Brookes, and the French crew Gravelines US Aviron. This put DUBC into the final with the faster Brookes crew who had already dispatched Moseley, St. Michaels, and a Belgian National Team 8. Leander also won their heat, while Osnabrucker RV from Germany made the final as the fastest loser.
The conditions were still windy and overcast as Trinity, Oxford Brookes, Leander, and Osnabrucker lined up for the final. It was a quick start and all the crews were in the thick of it over the first 250, fighting for positions. Osnabrucker began to distance themselves, however, leaving Trinity to battle it out with Brookes and Leander. These three stayed locked in battle through the middle of the course until all the crews began to sense the finish line and Trinity began their wind. As the rate climbed, the men in black and white began to build a frenetic energy that saw them edge into the Brookes lead while battling tooth and nail with Leander. The last 50 strokes saw the Trinity men go a bit mad to sustain their lead over a tough Leander crew and they crossed the line unsure of the exact finishing order. As the lactic began to pool in their legs and the deep breathes began to ease air back into tired lungs, the announcement echoed down the course that DUBC had done enough to hold of the charge of the pink hippos by the slimmest of margins and take the bronze medal! The final order was Osnabrucker- 5:53.51, Oxford Brookes- 5:56.94, DUBC 5:59.83, Leander Club- 6:00.22. The crew went home happy and tired to prepare for the next day.
Sunday saw DUBC in action once again against stiff competition. This time, however, the crew was shuffled slightly to allow Laird and Doherty a chance to race, as the bow pair of Cummins and Swift from Saturday's crew stepped out. This gave Coach Pattison a chance to test a different combination, as well as the fitness of returning oarsmen Laird. He was not to be dissapointed. Due to an earlier start, the DUBC crew went into the heat slightly lethargic and, although they were in the thick of it off the start and built up a commanding 3/4 l. lead over London Rowing Club, they slipped during the middle of the race and allowed London back into it just after halfway. Clearly, it was a race between London and DUBC, as Henley RC were not able to keep pace. However, after London were able to battle back when Trinity took their foot off the gas, they used that momentum to power through to the finish and pip the boys in black and white at the post. This was obviously dissapointing, but Trinity's quick time saw them into the final as the fastest loser and they were spoiling for revenge. The wind had changed to a headwind by the time of the final and Trinity knew the times would not be as quick as the day before when they lined up on the start against KR Sport Gent, Agecroft, London, and a bigger, stronger Leander boat. They knew their speed was good from the heat times, but also knew that there could be no mental lapses this time, especially in mid race pace. After a long weekend, the Trinity men had six more minutes of work to do and they knew it had to be the six hardest of their lives if they wanted to keep up with Leander and settle the score with London. As the umpire signalled the start, the Trinity men were, as the standing orders dictate, like dogs off the leash. All the crews were neck and neck through the first 20 strokes, although Leander might have been a seat up. After stern preparation, the Trinity men knew they needed to be decisive and when the call came, they pushed on and began to move through London RC. As ex-Lizzie man and London cox Tim Jackson urged his crew on to battle back just past the half way point, memories of the heat came flooding back and always vocal 7 man Kerlin shouted out to his crewmates a stern warning not to "let London back in this one!". Cox Magee wholeheartedly agreed that half a length up was no place to rest and called for another push. As the 8 men from Dublin University began to put the pressure on, the London crew began to slip from sight as first their four seat, then their three man disappeared from the periphery. A weekend of shouting from the bank had taken its toll on Coach Mark Pattison and his instructions had to be reckognized through the Chair as John Aiken urged the men on in his stead. It was at this stage that the strong Leander crew began to see Black and White creeping into their comfortable lead as the distance between themselves and Trinity began to diminish under the strained efforts of that almighty push. But the home team was not to be outdone and the boys from KRSG upped their rate and started charging for the line, urged on by a large crowd of home supporters following the race on bikes. Trinity started its wind up earlier than usual, leaving no room for doubt, as the three leading crews all took the rate over 40 for the last few hundred meters, with Londong trying their best to get back into medal contention. By the line, Leander(6:09.73) had responded well to the Trinity(6:12.68) push and were able to win by almost a length. Sport Gent(6:13.38), while closing the gap, didn't have enough gas in the tank to match the Trinity wind up lead by stroke Calnan and finished half a length off the men in black and white. London RC(6:15.82) finished in fourth, about a length off Trinity, which took some of the sting out of the loss in the heat. Agecroft(6:24.57) rowed well, but were off the pace in fifth place and one wonders if they will now give former Trinity man O'Neill the shot in their 8 that his long, hard training seems to deserve.
Regardless, after crossing the line the Trinity men were ecstatic to stand beside the men of Leander on the winners podium and receive their medals. They knew they had rowed well and exceeded all expectations for the weekend and there was no shame in coming second and just a length behind such a strong and experienced crew. The fact that the Leander cox congratualted them on a 'hell of a push at the 1250' meant almost as much to the tired oarsmen as the silver medals that they now wore, but the highlight had to be the seal of approval by Coach Pattison as he bought the crew one (and only one!) round for a job well done.
While the coach and squad are all pleased with this performance against some top notch competitors, they know that the season is far from over. While the crew has many positives to take away from this weekend, they also now know the level of crews that they are going to be up against come July, and the work that must be done between now and then. Hopefully, the sweet taste of success will only serve to whet the appetites of the squad rather than satiate the hunger that will drive them on to victory in Henley. They now know what is possible, but must be aware that it is only possible if boat speed and dedication increase over the next 6 weeks. -GCM
Gent Crews-
Sat-
Cummins (Bow)
Swift
Macdonald
Tindal
Horner
Roffe-Silvester
Kerlin
Calnan (stroke)
Magee (cox)
Sun-
Macdonald (bow)
Doherty
Laird
Tindal
Horner
Roffe-Silvester
Kerlin
Calnan (stroke)
Magee (cox)
May 16th, 2007
Attention all members-
An EGM will be held this Friday, May 18th at 6:15 in the Boathouse at Islandbridge for the purpose of electing the next Captain of DUBC. Nominations are as follows:
J.F. Calnan
R.J.A. Swift
H.F. Tindal
G. Connors
M.F. Daly
May 4th, 2007
Attention all members- The nominations for the election of the next Captain of DUBC are now open. Anyone who wishes to run for the coveted position may sign their name to the sheet in front arch, along with the names of those who agree to propose and second the candidate. Nominations will remain open until 7pm next Friday, the 11th of May. After this time, the nominations will be closed in order to allow them to be displayed for one week prior to the election, on May 18th, in accordance with the regulations set forth Article 15 of the DUBC Constitution. Good luck to all potential candidates. -GCM
May 1st, 2007
1/5/2007-
This past weekend saw some of the best and brightest crews from both Islandbridge and the UK take to the Liffey for Trinity Regatta. On the water, the event was a mixed success for DUBC as the Novice Eight continued its domination by avenging the loss to UCD at Queens Regatta with another convincing win over their A boat. The event had a wide entry as crews from Hughes Hall, Cambridge, as well as Thames Rowing Club came over to compete. The final of the novice eights event saw Trinity beat Thames convincingly, though it should be noted that Thames performed very well, as it was only their first race of the season! The novice eight then squared off against a bit tougher competition in Intermediate Eight final against a more experienced UCD crew. They rowed well but where unable to overcome them in the end, though it is clear that they are now rowing above novice level and could be competitive at intermediate by the end of the year.
The DUBC Senior Eight did not fair as well, losing a tough race to a good Commercial crew in the heat, setting up an all Commercial final. However, in the end, Commercial's second Eight chose not to row...perhaps a testament to the strength of that top boat which was comrpised wholly of senior oarsmen, with a few ex-internationals thrown in for good measure. DUBC also welcomed back senior oarsmen Paul Laird, who is returning to the mix after over a year off. He raced in the Senior Four with the Admiral Roffe-Silvester, stroke Eoghan Kerlin, and a big bow man in the shape of Rory Horner. However, the combination, having only one previous spin together, was also not able to overcome a Commercial boat. Again, valuable lessons were hopefully learned by the men of DUBC as they now turn their focus on Gent and, ultimately, Henley.
Off the water, the Regatta was an absolute success, as the Irish weather decided to co-operate and provided a lovely day. A large crowd of spectators were in attendance and the Regatta luncheon and tea were also well attended. The highlight of the luncheon this year was the speech by the special guest on the day, the American Ambassador and former Harvard oarsmen, Thomas C. Foley. Many thanks to the hard work put in by the Regatta Committee again this year, as well as all the friends of DUBC who made this possible. Hopefully, this success can be bulit upon for next year.
The attention of the club now turns towards Gent, were the top Eight will be selected to compete on both the 12th and 13th of May.
April 27th, 2007
Read the latest club news in Trinity News: UCD losers again as rowers set their sights on Henley Regatta and
Trinity take top prize at Queen's Regatta
April 26th, 2007
Just a reminder to all our supporters that Trinity Regatta will be held this Saturday, April 28th. This year, in addition to crews from around Ireland, there will be crews from both Hughes Hall, Cambridge as well as Thames Rowing Club taking part in the event. The regatta starts at 10am with racing throughout the day, culminating in the Men and Women's Senior Eights events, taking place at 18:05 and 18:00, respectively. The weather looks to be good and surely it will be another brilliant day for both rowers and spectators. Hope to see you there - GCM
April 23rd, 2007
This past friday saw the University Championships return to Castlewellan after last years races were held in Limerick. DUBC had its sights set on the Wylie Cup with Eights entered at Novice, Intermediate, and Senior. However, because of a tight racing schedule, the decision was made that the Novice A boat would not race the Intermediate level as initially planned. This left them well rested for their Novice race, which they won convincingly over the only serious competition, UCD A, to become University Champions. This meant that the Wylie Cup would be determined by the Senior Eights event, which saw DUBC matched up against UCD, Queens, and Galway. Having bested UCD and Queens convincingly up to this point, the Trinity men felt the race would ultimately come down to a dogfight between themselves and NUIG. It was a bit of a shock then when we were taken off the start by the three other crews. However, by the 500 meter mark Trinity and NUIG had left the other two crews behind and were locked in battle with NUIG holding Trinity at bay at about 3/4 of a length. We were able to close that distance to half a length by the finish, but no more. The poor start on the short course, as well as clean and controlled rowing by Galway, proved too much to overcome on the day and allowed Galway to once again retain the Wylie Cup. Coach Mark Pattison was encouraged by the result, however, as it shows us the improvements made from last season, as well as indicates the work that still needs to be done. -GCM
April 23rd, 2007
This weekend also saw DUBC in action at Queens Regatta on the lake at Castlwellan on Saturday. Once again, we entered our novice A squad in both Novice and Intermediate categories in the Eight in order that they might gain some valuable racing experience against some tougher competition. We also had a Novice B Eight entered to race, comprised mostly of first year novice oarsmen. The Novice B squad did not make it out of their heat, but they rowed hard and finished half a length down on Queens B, which sets up an interesting rivalry that will no doubt be renewed at this years Lomac Tiles Boat Race. The Novice A boat raced brilliantly all day, winning their novice heats comfortably as well as qualifying for the final of the Inter Eights. This put three Trinity Eights into the finals at Novice, Inter, and Senior. Meanwhile, the Senior squad had decided to put their training in sculls to good use and had entered 6 of its members in the intermediate singles category, as well as splitting into two quads for the inter 4x, while cox Gabriel Magee competed in the novice single event. Two of the scullers were able to make it through the heats out of the large field of inter singles into the final, where ex-Trinity Captain Stewart King was able to overcome DUBC's Rob Swift in the last 200 meters while at the same time holding off Rory Horner's late charge to win the event for UCD. A short time later, the quads where in action, but neither of the two boats could overcome a more experienced Commercial 4x in that final.
Because of some tight scheduling, the Trinity men had to go directly from the 4x final into the 8. However, the tired bodies were bolstered by oarsmen Sean Osborne who is back from his year in Russia for a brief visit home and was keen to prove that he has indeed been training in that frozen environment. He slotted into the 5 seat for the race, with novice oarsmen Tindal and Macdonald replacing the admiral, Roffe-Silvester, and John McCabe from the previous days line-up. With the new line-up in the boat the Thomas Dudeney quickly made its way to the start for the final of the Senior Eight event against last years rivals from Inniscarra, BRC, as well as UCD. Determined not to make the same mistake twice, the men of DUBC had a much quicker start. However, BRC were spoiling for a fight and were able to get off a half length ahead, while UCD were quickly outpaced. Once again Trinity found themselves behind on 1500 meter course. BRC, fresh and well rested, took advantage of the tired DUBC oarsmen and pushed their advantage to a length with only 500 meters to go. The Trinity men seemed to be fading fast, with call after call searching for the push that would bring them level failing to produce the result. However, we were far from done and as the rate was called 'up 2' for the final wind to the finish line, Trinity experienced that magical moment where everyone in the boat acts as one and the boat began to move. As I assured the crew that we were finally gaining, stroke Joe Calnan looked over his shoulder for proof of this. Upon seeing that it was indeed true and with the course quickly running out, he took the rate up into the upper 40's over the space of a few strokes and, miraculously, 7 man Eoghan Kerlin was some how able to go with him. The rest of the crew responded in kind as the rate climbed into the stratosphere, with the encouragement from the coxes seat that there were only five stokes left and they needed to be the hardest. Both crews crossed the line with neither one clear who had won, but with mutual respect both gave the other three cheers and waited for the official announcement. There was a palpable sensation of disbelief when it was announced that men in Black and White had come out ahead, simply because of the margin between the crews at the 500 meter mark. The smile on President Robin Tamplin's face was enough to assure the crew that they had done enough and his high praise for stroke Joe Calnan's final sprint was especially rewarding, considering Robin's reputation for reeling crews in. I suspect that it may have been slightly reminiscent of his own famous 'long haul back from Remenham' in the Ladies. The final verdict in this case, however, was only 6 inches!
The only downside to this fantastic race was that it put enormous strain on both Tindal and Macdonald, who had to get directly out of the Senior Eight and into the Novice Eight for their next final. After a long day of racing at both Novice and Intermediate, there simply was not enough left in the tank for the Trinity men to overcome UCD and they lost the Novice Eight category. However, it must be remembered that they had consistent success over a long weekend of racing and gained very valuable experience. While they did lose that final race, they will no doubt be that much more primed to exact their revenge at Trinity Regatta this Saturday. Hope to see you there. GCM
April 17th, 2007
Regatta season officially commenced for the oarsmen of DUBC this past weekend with both Neptune and Commercial Regattas taking place on the 14th and 15th of April, respectively. DUBC entered a Novice A and Novice B crew on both days.
On Saturday, the Novice B crew, composed mostly of first year novices, had a tough draw in the first round against a much more experienced UCD A crew. Undaunted, they rowed hard and were neck and neck up to the bend on the north station at Islandbridge. However, they could not maintain the speed and eventually lost the heat. The A crew, however, cruised to an easy victory over Waterford, UCD C, and Queens B before meeting UCD A in the final. They got off the start well and stormed to a two length victory to claim the Novice category.
On Sunday, the entries for the shorter course of Commercial where much smaller, essentially turning the race into a home regatta, as most of the out of town crews had departed. This time the crews were mixed a bit more between first and second year novices to test different combinations. The result, however, was much the same as the DUBC A novice 8 finished ahead of UCD B in the final by a 1 1/2 lengths, having bested UCD A in the semi-final. Again, the second Novice 8 rowed hard, but could not overcome more experienced competition. This first test shows the speed and depth of the Novice squad at this stage in the season. It also is a welcome reward for those second year novices who toiled long and hard last year without the success that they are now enjoying. The seeds planted last year are now beginning to bear fruit and will hopefully be in full bloom by July. Well done.
Although the Senior squad had hoped to race both in the singles and the 8, it was just not feasible, and so, they decided that their time would be better spent in Blessington preparing for this weekends Univerity Championships and Queens Regatta on the 20th and 21st respectively, in Castlewellan. -GCM
April 17th, 2007
Here's a look ahead at some upcoming dates to mark on your calendar-
20/4/07- University Championships, Castlewellan Lake
21/4/07- Queen's Regatta, Castlewellan Lake
28/4/07- Trinity Regatta, Islandbridge
12&13/5/07 - Gent International Regatta, Belgium
02/06/07- Metro Regatta, Blessington Lake
09/06/07- Lomac Tiles University Boat Race, Belfast
16/06/07- Athlone Regatta, Coosan Point
2-8/07/07- Henley Royal Regatta
13&14/07/07- Irish Rowing Championships, Inniscarra
April 12th, 2007
The Trinity Regatta prospectus for this year is now available. The regatta takes place on Saturday, April 28. Inquiries can be directed to regatta@tcd.ie.
April 2nd, 2007
This past weekend, the DUBC Senior 8 attempted to compete in the London Head of the River race. However, after only 30 crews went off, the event was cancelled due to poor weather conditions when the Leander second 8 sunk. It was, naturally, dissapointing for the crew and coach not to get to race, however, many good training sessions were had on the tideway in the days leading up to the event, so the trip was not a total loss. The Club would like to thank those Old Boys who attended the dinner in London Rowing Club again this year with the crew. We would especially like to thank Chris George and David Hickey for opening their homes to the crew during the week.
Meanwhile, back in Ireland, the first and second year novice crews were on their second training camp of the year in Cappoquin! Thanks once again to Jim Murray for his help in organizing this. Hopefully, these excursions will bear fruit shortly, as the Club now turns its attention to the upcoming Regatta season, with Neptune and Commercial Regattas up next on the 14th and 15th of April.
March 22nd, 2007
On the tenth of March, the annual Gannon Cup race was held once again. After strong performances during the Head season over UCD, the Senior 8 was a favorite to win and they did not dissapoint. UCD put in a courageous row, but were unable to seriously threaten the powerful Trinity men, who finished 2 1/2 lengths ahead. This is the second year in a row that Trinity have won the Gannon Cup and now, with that race behind them, they can focus on their next target for the season- London Head on the 31st.
The novice men were less succesful in their race and were unable to capture the Dan Quinn shield. They rowed hard, but luck was not on their side. Still, there is much potential in the crew if they remain dedicated. There was also a novice B race held above the weir earlier in the day, though they too were unsuccesful in their attempt to defeat the rivals from across the river. However, they also showed potential that is yet to be fully tapped.
March 5th, 2007
05/03/2007 This weekend, the DUBC Men's Senior 8 travelled to the Annual Erne Head of the River. This was a special occasion, as it marked the 50th time that the event was held. It held even greater significance for the men of Trinity, who hoped to equal the feat or their predecessors from 1957 who won that first Erne Head. On the day, four members of that original crew returned to watch Trinity once again capture the Head by beating an upstart Commercial crew by 13 seconds to record the fastest time of the day at 19 mins and 3 sec.
This race also leaves the crew in a confident position heading into this Saturday's Gannon Cup Race, due to the fact that they once again bested UCD's top 8 (this time by a margin of over a minute). However, the crew are wary of placing too much emphasis on these results and know that there are no guarantees when racing below the weir.
This year's first year Novice squad are also well prepared for their race next Saturday and are looking to take some of the sting out of last year's defeat.
The Gannon Cup will be held this Saturday, March 10th at 15:15. The Dan Quinn Shield for Men's Novice 8's will be held at 14:25. Both start at O'Connell Bridge. We hope to see you there.
February 21st, 2007
Read about Trinity's recent racing success in the latest issue of Trinity News.
February 19th, 2007
This weekend DUBC travelled to Belfast for the Lagan Head of the River. After a lackluster row at Neptune Head the week before, the Senior 8 felt that they had much to prove. It was also the return of native son and former QUBBC rower Eoghan Kerlin, who found himself in the stroke seat for his first return to his old stomping grounds while wearing the black and white.
Kerlin lead the crew to a strong performance, attacking the course and domintating the competition while rating a steady 32 throughout most of the race. While perhaps not a clean and tidy row, the crew proved to themselves how much potential there is still to be harnessed, crossing the line over 20 secs ahead of BRC, with QUBBC a further 10 secs back.
It was also a good day for the second year Novice crew who took their third pennant in as many races by winning the Novice category. The first year Novice crew showed their potential by placing second in the category, ahead of both UCD and QUBBC crews. This is obviously a good start to the season and bodes well for the Colours and Lomac Tiles races, though there is still much work to be done.
Next up is the Erne Head of the River. 50 years ago wooden boats were packed on trains and Trinity sent their best men north to win the first ever Erne Head of the River. In two weeks time, we will see if DUBC can once again match that feat.
February 12th, 2007
Read Trinity News's report on Dublin Head: Senior eight misses gold at Dublin Head of the River race and the Boat Club Colours nominees at Trial Eights.
December 11th, 2006
Read about the Boat Club's progress this term in Trinity News: Beaten by Cornell's lightweights but closer to the elusive Henley medal, Rowers begin time-trial season, The Dungannon Dynamo, Rowers plan training camp in Spain.
December 9th, 2006
Captain's Log- 9/12/06
It is nearly time for the Christmas break, with term finished now and the exam week begining on Monday. Currently, the Club is in a very strong position, with two very dedicated and strong first year novice crews training regularly on and off the water. This year, they are being coached by former Eton schoolboy and rower, Ali Floyd, a first year Trinity student who has already proven himself an invaluable resource.
We also have a strong contingent of second year novices comprising our Intermediate Squad, under the guidance of John Mohan. John seems pleased with their progress in the boats and I am happy with the level of dedication and positive attitude of the crew- they all seem ready transform the dissapointments of last year into success this season.
Once again, Mark Pattison has returned to coach our Senior 8. This years crew is a strong one, coming off a good run to the Quarters in the Temple Cup and a fantastic win in the Inter 8's at the Irish Champs. With 6 of that crew returning, plus veteran oarsmen Dave Cummins, as well as the addition of a QUBBC Senior oarsmen in Eoghan Kerlin, the crew is focused on Henley and the Temple Cup this year. The club has been aided greatly by the support both of DUCAC and the Annual Appeal and we are currently expanding our small boat fleet. This program, instituted by Mark, is already paying dividends in the 8. Hopefully, we can maintain our momentum over Christmas and return ready to begin the season firing on all cylinders! -Gabriel
October 26th, 2006
ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS CURRENT AND PAST-
The DUBLIN UNIVERSITY BOAT CLUB AGM will be held on Friday, Oct. 27th at 7pm in the Conversation Rooms of the DU Philosophical Society. All members, including first year novices, are encouraged to attend.
July 16th, 2006
At the Irish National Championship at Inniscarra this weekend, Trinity secured the Intermediate Eights pot with some fine rowing. They finished ahead of the fancied Belfast Rowing Club, Thames Cup semi-finalists, in a nail-biting finish, with the verdict a one second margin.
The crew was:
Cox: Jonny Maitland
Stroke: Sean Osborne
7: Joseph Calnan
6: Edward Roffe-Silvester
5: David Keane
4: Rory Browne
3: Rory Horner
2: Robert Swift
Bow: John McCabe
Coaches: Mark Pattison and Tim Levy
In the Senior Eights final Trinity finished fifth, one length of clear water behind Neptune, with three composite crews medalling.
An intermediate pair of John McCabe (bow) and Gavin Doherty performed well, reaching their final to finish fourth.
David Cummins and Gabriel Magee both sculled well in their respective categories, with Dave progressing through the heats of both the inter and lightweight sculls.
The Novices unfortunately failed to make the final of the eights amidst tough competition. One of the three fours entered reached the final, but again came up against tough opposition, and it was not to be there day. Nevertheless, much potential has been shown by the group, and their enthusiasm will bring them many wins in the seasons to come if they continue to improve at such a rate. Many thanks are due to their coaches, John Mohan and Nick Mahony.
Many thanks to all who came to support in Cork.
The present Committee wishes the Captain-elect, Gabriel Magee and his Committee-designate all the best in their preparations for next season.
July 5th, 2006
Trinity were defeated by the eventual runners-up, Cornell of the USA, by half a length on the Friday.
July 5th, 2006
As those going to Cork are reminded to bring money for their accommodation (90euro) and their race entry fees (12euro per race) to training on Saturday.
June 29th, 2006
Trinity beat Birmingham University by 3/4 of a length in 6 minutes 55 seconds. Tomorrow they race Cornell University, USA at 3.20pm (on the Berks station).
June 28th, 2006
In a heat of the temple Challenge Cup, Trinity College Dublin, racing on the Bucks station, beat York University by 2 lengths in a time of 6 minutes 53 seconds. They will race Birmingham University at 10.30am tomorrow, on the same station.
June 28th, 2006
Congratulations to the Novice IV+ who finished first at Athlone Regatta on June 17. The Novice VIII placed fourth in their final. Well done to all crews.
June 26th, 2006
On Wednesday 28th at 6.30pm DUBC will race York University in the first round of the Temple Challange Cup (on Bucks). The crew is as follows:
Cox: Jonny Maitland
Stroke: Sean Osborne
7: Joseph Calnan
6: Edward Roffe-Silvester
5: David Keane
4: Rory Browne
3: Rory Horner
2: Robert Swift
Bow: David Cummins
The average weight of the crew is 13 stone 2 pounds.
May 22nd, 2006
At an E.G.M. of the Club on Friday 19th May, Gabriel Magee was elected as the next Captain of the Club. This takes effect as of the end of A.G.M. at the end of October. Congratulations to him.
May 2nd, 2006
This weekend DUBC will be competing in the Ghent International Regatta 2006. The club will be entering a Senior Eight, two Senior coxed Fours and two Single Sculls. We wish the best of luck to all of our boys competing.
April 12th, 2006
The bus to Limerick will be leaving Nassau Street at 12 o'clock on Thursday. The cost of the trip is 75euros, including accomodation. We will be returnig to Dublin on Saturday evening.
April 10th, 2006
At Neptune Regatta last Saturday, the Intermediate Eight beat B.R.C. and U.C.D. to win. At Commercial Regatta on Sunday, an Intermediate Four beat another DUBC Intermediate Four and Tribesman to win. The Senior Eight lost to Commercial on Saturday and did not row on Sunday. Congratulations also to those who won races in the pairs and sculls.
March 27th, 2006
A Gourmet Luncheon will be served in the Long room at this years Trinity regatta on April 22nd. Due to limited places those wishing to attend would be advised to contact Rory Browne (brownerg@tcd.ie), the Regatta secretary, immediately. Tickets are 60 euros per person.
March 19th, 2006
Thank you to all those who helped in the organisation of the Gannon Cup yesterday. The Novice VIII lost by six lengths. The Senior VIII won by half a length.
The Senior VIII will be racing in London at the Head on Saturday 25th March. We start 76th, at 11.20am. If you are in London please come and say hello.
March 16th, 2006
The Gannon Cup will take place this Saturday against UCD. The Novice race is at 12.30pm and the Senior race at 1.15pm, both starting at O Connell Bridge. Any support would be greatly appreciated. The crews are as follows:
Senior:
Cox - Jane Fraher
Stroke - Rory Browne
7 - Joseph Calnan
6 - Sean Osborne
5 - David Keane
4 - Robert Swift
3 - Rory Horner
2 - Edward Roffe-Silvester
Bow - David Cummins
Coaches- Mark Pattison and Tim Levy
Novice:
Cox - Colm McNally
Stroke - Brendan Guildea
7 - Julian Hand
6 - Gerard Duffy
5 - Eoin MacDomhnaill
4 - Eric Browne
3 - Conor O Shea
2 - Brian McDonnell
Bow - Kevin Cunningham
Coaches- Nick Mahony and John Mohan
Many congratulations to the Novice 'B' crew who this evening defeated their UCD counterparts by 3 lengths, above the weir at Islandbridge.
Could all those kindly helping out with the stewarding please consult the chart on the board in front arch with your start times.
March 14th, 2006
The meeting for those stewarding for the Gannon this Saturday will take place tonight at 8pm in room 4053 of the Arts block.
March 1st, 2006
At Erne Head on Saturday, DUBC will race a Senior Eight, an Inter Four and two Novice Eights. The bus for all will leave at 8am sharp from Nassau Street. Please bring with you €13 to pay for this.
February 21st, 2006
Congratulations to all who rowed at Lagan for some good performances; the Intermediate Four finished third in its category, and the Senior Eight finished second overall, four seconds behind Queens Belfast. Seniors and Novices will be travelling up to Enniskillen on the 3rd of March for Erne Head.
February 15th, 2006
Lagan Head- the bus to Belfast will be leaving Nassau Street at 5.30am sharp on Saturday morning. The cost will be around 12euros.
February 15th, 2006
The deadline for IARU membership forms was Saturday 11th February. Anyone who still hasn't completed a form must do so straight away and leave it with Jonny or into House 16.
January 30th, 2006
Information on the format of the Umpire's exam is available here. The syllabus for the exam is in three parts, Rules of the Championship, Rules of Competitive Rowing and Rules of University Championships.
January 30th, 2006
All rowers who wish to compete this year must complete an IARU membership form, which is available from Jonny, by Saturday 11th February.
January 24th, 2006
Anyone wishing to pay for Trial VIIIs tickets, a bargain at €40 can do so in Rooms (16.1.1) on Thursday between 10am and 2pm. Please spread the news.
January 19th, 2006
2006 Newsletter - call for submissions. If you have any DUBC related features that you would like to include in the next 'DUBC News', then please send them to maitlanj@tcd.ie
January 18th, 2006
There is an Umpires Exam on 13th February at 7.30 pm in Neptune Rowing Club. New Umpires are always needed for the club's regatta. Anyone who wishes to attend can study the rules at IARU
January 18th, 2006
Having returned from a very successful training camp at Cappoquinn in the New Year, DUBC are now preparing for Dublin Head on the 4th of February. This will be followed by Trial VIIIs, with races at 3.30pm, the photo at 5pm and dinner at 7pm. We hope to see many of you there. For tickets contact Rob Swift (swiftrj@tcd.ie, 00353857233266) The cost is €40.
December 29th, 2005
Details about the training camp to Cappoquin have been emailed to all members. If you have not received this please email maitlanj@tcd.ie
December 20th, 2005
The Captain and Committee wish you all a very Happy Christmas. We will see you all again in the New Year, at Cappoquinn training camp, which will take place between the fourth and eighth of January. Any queries should be directed to the Secretary (maitlanj@tcd.ie). Keep up the training.
November 24th, 2005
Christmas Commons will be on Tuesday 13th December. Tickets are 35 euro and can be purchased from Jane in boat club rooms (house 16) on Monday 28th between 1pm and 3pm.
November 22nd, 2005
The meeting regarding intermediate training has been rescheduled to Thursday morning after training.
November 9th, 2005
At Neptune Head on Saturday, DUBC will race a Senior Eight, an Intermediate Eight, an Intermediate Coxed Four, an Intermediate Coxless Four, 5 Intermediate Sculls, 2 Novice Eights and 2 Novice Coxed Fours. For full draw see IARU Website. Any support in Blessington would be much appreciated.
November 1st, 2005
The Halloween Massacre will take place on Wednesday evening, at the VIP bar @ 21 (Coyote). Drinks and a slave auction in the Pav to begin the evening. See you there!
November 1st, 2005
The Captain and Vice-Captain cordially invite all members of the novice squad to drinks in rooms at 7.30 tomorrow night. Rooms are in Botany Bay, 16.1.1.
October 27th, 2005
The DUCAC AGM is tonight (27th October) in the Edmund Burke theatre at 7.30pm. All club members should make an effort to attend. Remember to bring your student card to vote.
October 17th, 2005
Our AGM will take place in the Jonathan Swift Theatre (Room 2041A) in the Arts Building at 7pm on Friday 28th of October. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Any proposed changes to the constitution must be on the notice board by 5pm on Friday 21st of October.
October 12th, 2005
Training in Luce Hall tonight (Wednesday 12th October) for all Freshers at 6.30pm, meet in foyer. If you didn't join the club in Fresher's week don't worry, come along tonight and see what you are missing.
October 6th, 2005
The Captain of DUBC requests that all returning experienced oarsmen, whether already DUBC members or new to Trinity to come to the boathouse at 9am this Saturday (8th October), where there will be a chat about training and goals for the forthcoming year.
Directions to the boathouse can be found here.
There is a party also on Saturday night in Down Under starting at 8pm, with a Pirates of the Carribean theme.
Tickets costing €5 are available at the stand, boathouse and on the door.
October 3rd, 2005
Hello and Welcome to a brand New Year at Trinity College Dublin. Whether you're interested in learning to row, continuing an already glittering rowing career or simply meeting some great people the Boat Club is the place to start!
There are many ways to join the club, all this week we have a stand in Front Square in front of the Exam Hall where current members of the club will be happy to answer all questions. This Saturday (8th October) there will be an introductory tour of the boathouse and a chance to find out more about life in one of the oldest sporting clubs in college. The tour will be meeting at 12.30pm at Front Arch or if you already know the way to the boathouse, 1.30pm at Islandbridge. Directions to the boathouse can be found here.
Feel free to email dubc@tcd.ie if you have any further queries.
July 19th, 2005
At the Irish National Rowing Championships the Novices performed well, being squeezed out of a place in the Eights Final by 0.3 seconds. In the Coxed fours event, however, they reached the final after a heat and semi final, to finish third behind a fast Belfast Rowing Club boat, and a St Michaels crew.
July 13th, 2005
At the Irish National Rowing Championships, at Iniscara this weekend, DUBC will race one Novice Eight and two Novice Fours. Good luck to all involved.
June 30th, 2005
Trinity College, Hartford beat Trinity College, Dublin by 1 and 3/4 lengths yesterday in a heat of the Men's Student Coxed Fours at Henley Royal Regatta, in what was a close race.
June 28th, 2005
Following success in the qualifiers for Henley Royal Regatta last Friday, Trinity College, Dublin will race Trinity College, Hartford on Wednesday at 6.20pm. The crew will be:
Stroke - Edward Roffe-Silvester
3 - Richard Moore (Captain)
2 - Rory Browne
Bow - Joseph Calnan
Cox - Jane Fraher
Coach - Tim Levy
(Spare man - Paul Laird)
June 11th, 2005
In the Senior Eights Univeristy Boat Race, DUBC lost by one length to Queen's in a close and exciting race. Four members of the crew had raced earlier in the day in the victorious Novice Eight. However, the sun shone and spirits remain high...
June 2nd, 2005
On Saturday, DUBC will race a Senior Eight, a Senior Four, a Novice Eight and a Novice Four at Dublin Metropolitan Regatta, taking place on Blessington lake. Any support would be greatly appreciated.
May 11th, 2005
The E.G.M. on Friday 20th May at 6pm will take place in the Robert Emmet theatre (room 2037 Arts Block). Capacity 190.
May 10th, 2005
The Senior Four performed well in Ghent at the weekend, narrowly missing qualification for the final on both days. For results see www.krsg.be
May 10th, 2005
An E.G.M will be held on Friday 20th May at 6pm (venue to be announced)to elect a Captain for the 2005-2006 season.
All nominations (with proposer and seconder) to be on noticeboard by 6pm on Friday 13th May (college will be closed on that afternoon from 2pm to prepare for the Ball).
For access to the noticeboard contact Sean Osbourne 0857278976
For regulations see DUBC Constitution
May 3rd, 2005
DUBC will take a Senior Four to Ghent at the weekend, which will race on Saturday. They will also race as a Senior B pair (under 23), and in a composite eight with Lady Elizabeth on Sunday.
April 25th, 2005
Results from Trinity Regatta 2005.
April 19th, 2005
The draw for Trinity Regatta has been ammended. Draw
April 18th, 2005
The timetable of racing for this year's Trinity Regatta is now available here. Crews should take note of the safety instructions provided.
Nude café will provide food and refreshments on the day with all takings from the café being donated to Sightsavers International.
Presentation of prizes will take place in the marquees after the final race of the day and all winning crews are invited to attend.
Please note that the War Memorial Park is a public park and patrons are requested to respect the amenity and tranquillity of the area for all park users.
Wishing all crews a successful days racing and looking forward to seeing you and your club next Saturday.
April 17th, 2005
Little success was had in Castlewellan at the weekend. On Friday, at the Irish University Rowing Championships, the Senior Eight finished third behind N.U.I.G. and QUBBC. On Saturday, at Queen's Regatta, the Intermediate Eight also finished in third place. On both days, the Novice Eight finished a close second to U.C.D. On Saturday, they rowed a tremendous final two hundred metres, to come from being over a length down and in third place, to finishing only a canvas behind U.C.D. A DUBC/LEBC composite rowed a fine race to win the Senior Eights at Queen's Regatta.
April 13th, 2005
The bus for Castlewellan will leave on Thursday evening at 6pm from Nassau Street. Please be prompt and clutching €25. DUBC will have its first taste of 6-lane racing this season, with a Senior, Intermediate, and two Novice VIIIs entered for University Championships on Friday, with the inters and novices remaining to race at Queens Regatta on Saturday. Good luck to all involved!
April 11th, 2005
In a weekend of many finals, it was only the Novice VIII that managed to come away with a win, beating UCD A in the final of Neptune Head. Congratulations to them for some good racing. DUBC hope for better results, when they travel to Castlewellan next weekend for University Championships and Queens Regatta.
April 6th, 2005
DUBC will enter Neptune and Commercial Regattas this weekend.
Two Old Boys (1978 era) who recently signed up on the online database were accidently deleted! If this was you, could you please e-mail the Secretary who will gladly input the information again.
March 29th, 2005
Photographs of Saturday's racing are now accessible from the photographs section. Many thanks to Matt Pitt of Trinity News.
March 26th, 2005
An exciting day's racing on the Liffey did not go DUBC's way, losing by 1/2 a length to UCD's Senior VIII. The Novices had better luck beating UCD by a 2 length margin.
Many thanks to the Gannon Cup Committee, IARU race officials, stewards, course setup team and main event sponsors The Economist magazine.
March 24th, 2005
The Gannon Cup takes place this Saturday on the Lower Liffey, from O'Connell Bridge. The Gannon Cup is a private race between University College Dublin Boat Club and Dublin University Boat Club which has taken place since 1947. The crews are as follows:
Senior Eight
S.E.P. Gold (Coxswain)
S.F. King (Stroke)
J.F.C. Calnan (7)
K.T. Devlin (6)
P.G. Laird (5)
E.J.Roffe-Silvester (4)
R.N.T. Moore (3)
J.R.D. Battye (2)
S.E. Heary (Bow)
T.J.S. Levy (Coach)
Novice Eight
J.M. Fraher (Coxswain)
S.M. Osbourne (Stroke)
G.J. Doherty (7)
R.G. Browne (6)
D.M.Keane (5)
H.F. Tindal (4)
A.H. Grubb (3)
A.M. O'Neill (2)
G.J. Nason (Bow)
D.B. Cummins (Coach)
Both crews are made up solely of students at Trinity College Dublin. The novice crew is made up of only first-year novice rowers. The novice race will take place at 11:45am and the senior race at 12:45pm. Come along to support Trinity.
March 21st, 2005
London Head 2005: DUBC finished in 72nd position overall. Full list of results now available.
DUBC Maidens had a successful weekend in Galway beating UCC Rowing Club by a narrow margin thereby winning the Novice VIII category. The results are available here.
The Economist Boat Races take place this Saturday where the Senior VIII will battle it out for the Gannon Cup. Racing begins at 11:15 with the Gannon Cup at 12:45.
March 18th, 2005
Good luck to the Novices this weekend at Galway. The (rather cryptic) draw for Tribesmen Head 2005 can be found here.
Full results from tomorrow's London Head of the River Race will be posted as they become available from the race committee.
March 16th, 2005
The 2005 Trinity Regatta Prospectus is now available via this link. Entries can be made on-line or by post.
DUBC and LEBC have two eights entered at this year's London Head of the River Race. See the draw here. Whilst the senior squad is away in London, the Maidens are to compete at Tribesmen Head of the River, Galway.
The Gannon Cup will take place on Saturday, March 26th - details to follow soon.
March 14th, 2005
Following a solid workout at Erne Head last weekend, where a LEBC/DUBC composite VIII won convincingly overall and the Intermediate VIII won its category coming fourth overall, training in DUBC continues apace. The Senior VIII will race in London on Saturday, whilst the novices travel to Galway for Tribesman Head of the River. If you are in London (or Galway) this weekend, your support would be appreciated.
6th March, 2005
Last weekend's Erne Head was a sucessful one for the club with the DUBC/LEBC composite recording the fastest time of the day, winning the Senior VIII category. The DUBC intermediate VIII also posted a respectable time, coming fourth fastest boat of the day and winning the Intermediate category. The Maidens also appeared and recorded respectable times in what were harrowing weather conditions. Full list of results can be found via this link.
March 2nd, 2005
The bus for Erne Head leaves from Nassau Street at 645am on Saturday. Please bring with you €20 to pay for your return trip to Enniskillen. If anyone intends to travel by other means, please notify the Secretary immediately.
March 1st, 2005
DUBC will race at Erne Head, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh this weekend. Entered are a DUBC/LEBC Senior VIII, DUBC Inter VIII and two DUBC Novice VIIIs. See the draw via this link.
Preparations for this year's London Head of the River Race continue. If you're knocking about London March 19th, come along and give DUBC a cheer! The draw.
DUBC News will be on its way in the next week or two. Those current members who have yet to sign up using the online form should do so, otherwise you cannot recieve your newsletter.
Trial Eights was a wonderful success for all those involved. Photographs will shortly be available for purchase.
February 16th, 2005
In adverse weather conditions, the second race at Lagan Head last Saturday was reduced to a mere 2600m. DUBC triumphed. An LEBC/DUBC composite, aided by the experience of T.Levy (coach) in 2, won the Open VIII's category with a time of 9:06. The DUBC intermediate VIII were placed 3rd overall, less than twelve seconds behind the race winners. In winning their category, they also beat the Neptune Open VIII. The DUBC novice 'A' VIII convincingly won the novice event, a fantastic achievement boding well for the season ahead. Well done to all. Results Race 1, Results Race 2.
February 10th, 2005
The Bus for Lagan Head will leave at 0545 on Saturday 12th February from Nassau Street. This bus is being shared with DULBC. Please be there on time, and bearing with you your return fare of €12. Places are limited to crew members. Please notify the Secretary if you intend travelling by other means.
February 7th, 2005
DUBC entered two composite pairs with LEBC at St. Michael's Head, Co. Limerick last Saturday. Stuart King (DUBC) and Brendan Smyth (LEBC) were fastest pair of the day in the Open 2- category with Joseph Calnan (DUBC) and Andrew Coleman (LEBC) not far behind. Complete results available via this link.
Trial Eights will take place on Saturday 26th February. See the calender for more of this year's fixtures.
Dublin Head photographs are now available in the 'Photographs' section. Thanks to Matt Pitt of Trinity News.
The next Trinity Regatta Committee meeting takes place this Thursday, February 10th in house 40 (top floor).
If you would like an email address e.g. joebloggs@dubc.ie, please contact eamorr@dubc.ie.
January 31st, 2005
At Dublin Head last Saturday, the DUBC/LEBC/SMRC composite won the open VIII's category with a time of 12:49. DUBC/LEBC were placed second; just 7 seconds behind. The DUBC Intermediate VIII won their category beating Neptune Rowing Club and UCD 'A'. The DUBC Novice VIII 'A' was 3rd, the DUBC Novice VIII 'B' came 5th with the Novice IV+ in behind UCD and Garda - very respectable performances from the first year Maidens. Complete results can be found via this link.
The next Trinity Regatta meeting takes place on Thursday February 10th in house 40 (top floor).
January 27th, 2005
Dublin Head of the River takes place this Saturday from 1:30 pm. Old Boys and Friends are of course invited to come along and cheer for 'The Trin'. The draw.
A Kevin Myers piece that mentions E. Julian (Capt. 1901) appeared in last Tuesday's Irish Times and can be viewed from this link.
Again, more submissions for DUBC News 2005 are invited. If you would like to take out a small advertisement, please let us know.
January 21st, 2005
Weekend training takes place at Blessington.
There will be an Umpires' Exam/Seminar in Neptune Rowing Club on Monday 21st February 2005, beginning at 7.30 p.m. This may well be the only opportunity to gain/renew your umpires' licence before the start of the regatta season.
IARU registration fees are now due. If you have not had your photograph taken, please see the Secretary.
January 14th, 2005
DUBC News 2005 will be published soon. If you would like an article included in this year's edition, please email dubc@tcd.ie. Sofar the response has been really great, but more stories of a humorous nature for the 'Out & About' section are still needed.
As part of the Trinity Tsunami appeal, DUCAC and the Department of Sport & Recreation are organising a fundraising day on Thursday, February 3rd. A programme of events has been scheduled to include a lunchtime 10k walk and a 'sporting hero' theme night in the Pavilion Bar. All DUCAC members are invited and sponsorship cards for the 10k walk can be obtained from DUCAC in House 27.
January 11th, 2005
The entire college website has been experiencing difficulties since December 20th, but IS Services reassure us that these problems are now resolved. Sorry there have been no updates, but it has been beyond the Club's control.
The Cappoquin training camp was very successful despite the bad weather. The next race is Dublin Head of the River on January 29th.
An IARU membership fee applies to all members of DUBC. The cost is €50 which unfortunately must be born by members themselves. Please pay Richard Moore or Treasurer Jonathan Maitland at your earliest convenience.
Preparations for DUBC News 2005 are now well underway. If you have any articles that you would like to include, please submit them to dubc@tcd.ie by January 31st. Those members who have not filled out their membership application forms are not on the mailing list and therefore can't recieve the newsletter. If you'd like a copy posted to your term address, fill in the application form in the 'Current Members' section.
December 7th, 2004
Winter training continues for all members in preparation for the Cappoquin training camp and the next race - Dublin Head of the River on January 29th.
Christmas Commons looks like being one of the best yet with 50 members (past and present) already signed up for the annual feast.
A list of those members awarded colours at the AGM last October can be viewed via this link.
Would those members who have not registered their details in the 'Current Members' section please do so. Note you will need a digital photograph of yourself in order to be able to submit the form.
November 29th, 2004
Christmas Commons takes place next Tuesday, 7th December. A pre-dinner reception will take place at the Captain's house (16 Mount Pleasant Square, Rathgar, Dublin 6). Dinner will commence at 7:30 pm (sharp) in the Earl of Kildare Hotel. All current members are expected to attend. Old Boys are also most welcome. The cost for the evening is €35 to be paid by next Sunday.
November 22nd, 2004
The annual Cappoquin training camp will be from Thursday January 6th till Sunday January 9th, with Hilary term beginning on January 10th.
Tickets for the Massacre party are selling very well - there are still some tickets available from the Boat Club stand in the Arts Block.
Please fill in your details in the 'Current Members' section. Having this information centralised will make the Secretary's job much easier as well as improving communications in the Club.
November 17th, 2004
Photographs from Neptune Head are now viewable in the 'Photographs' section of the website. Thanks to Matt Pitt of Trinity News
The Boat Club 'Massacre' arrangements have now been finalised. The party takes place next Tuesday in Reynards VIP bar, South Frederick Street. Tickets can be purchased from the Boat Club stand in the Arts Block.
The Captain's Committee are finalising arrangements for the annual Cappoquin training camp. Exact dates are yet to be decided, but keep the first week of January free.
November 15th, 2004
At Neptune Head of the River last Saturday, DUBC entered a Senior VIII, Intermediate VIII, two Novice VIIIs and a Novice IV+. The Intermediate VIII lost the head by nine seconds to a Commercial senior VIII who posted the fastest time of the day. The Intermediate VIII did however get some consolation by winning their category beating Neptune Rowing Club and St. Michael’s Rowing Club amongst others. The Novice VIII was also victorious. Full results of Saturday’s action are available here.
The ‘Massacre’ scheduled for this Sunday has been postponed. The event will most likely take place on Tuesday of the last week of Michaelmas term. Details to follow.
Reminder to all current Members - Please submit your details in the 'Current Members' section.
November 11th, 2004, 5:51 pm
2005 Newsletter - call for submissions. If you have any DUBC related features that you would like to include in the next 'DUBC News', then please send them in using our online submission form which is located on the the 'Old Boys & Friends' page. Please do not send articles to the club email address. The deadline for submissions is February 1st, so get writing!
November 10th, 2004
The Boat Club 'Massacre' takes place next Sunday, November 21st in Lillies Bordello. The House & Grounds Committee are organising the event, however exact details (times, party theme, ticket prices, etc.) are to be finalised.
November 9th, 2004
The Dublin University Boat Club website has undergone a couple of subtle updates to the previous format. Included in the site upgrade is a new 'Old Boy' section and 'Site Statistics' section. The site is now reachable from the domain name www.dubc.ie and is viewable in Netscape as well as Mozilla.
Much thanks must go to Peter Henry whose original design continues to this day. This year, the webmaster is Eamon Garrigan with technical contributions from Eamonn Hynes.
On the rowing side of things, DUBC will race Neptune Head this coming weekend at Blessington. The DUBC Senior VIII will go off first and are expecting some stiff competition from the Lady Elizabeth Boat Club. DUBC Novices embark on their first race and as well as seeing top class crews in action, they will gain invaluable racing experience. Good luck to all next Saturday.
In other news - Our friends in the DU Football Club are having their colours grudge next Friday 19th November at 6:30 pm in Donnybrook stadium. There is a pre-match lunch in Jury's Ballsbridge. Tickets for the lunch and the match can be purchased from Rugby Club rooms, Goldsmith Hall (tel: 608 3486).
November 8th, 2004
At the AGM, the new Members and Officers of the Club were elected. The results can be viewed in the 'Committee & Contacts' section of the website. Good luck to all this forthcoming season.
October 20th, 2004
The Annual General Meeting of the Dublin University Boat Club will take place in the conversation room of the College Historical Society in the Graduates' Memorial Building next Wednesday 27th October at 6pm. All current members are obliged to attend and any old members who wish to attend are very welcome.
October 15th, 2004
The results of the Dublin sculling ladder can be read at Irish Amateur Rowing Union. Dublin University Boat Club was represented by J.R.D. Battye.
11th October 2004
All new novices: the next session will be a run followed by circuits at the Luce Hall (map) on Wednesday at 5:30pm. Meet in the lobby of the Luce Hall.
Everybody please fill out their details at Membership Application Form*.
23rd September, 2004
The Club minutes book in 1936 contains specifications of the Club Colours items and a list of regulations (since superseded). A transcript of the document, excluding diagrams, can read here.
The Club website can now be accessed via www.dubc.ie.
16th September, 2004
NEW STUDENTS: You can join the Boat Club in Fresher's Week at our stand in front square. Times of introductory sessions have yet to be decided.
14th September, 2004
A page from a racing log, 1981. The crew: Nick "Joey" Dunlop (bow), Raymond "Bostik" Blake (2), Gerry "The Earl" Macken (3), Barry Fallon (4), Kevin Lynch (5), Derek "Bugger" Gordon (6), Sean "Snakes" Tunney (7), Brendan Flynn (stroke), Brian "Rashers" Roberts (cox). 1981 is the last year a full Trinity crew won the senior championship. A DUBC/UGC composite took the pot in 1991. Thanks: D.J. Gordon.
12th September, 2004
A photo - Henley Royal Regatta 1985. Gerry Macken, Sarah Jane Hogan, Nigel 'Posh' Reid (Gold Medal in GB lightwight eight 1977 with Chris George), Tim 'Believe it or Not' Levy. Thanks: G.M. Macken.
11th September, 2004
A pair of old photographs: A crew photo of some maidens and a group photo. In the group photo, front row, fourth from the left Robert Porter McBride, then Major C.T. Denroche (captain 1913, 1914, 1919), W.N.R. 'Curly' Millar (captain 1938). Many thanks to Derek Gordon for sending in these photos. Anyone with old photographs is encouraged to send them to dubc@tcd.ie.
September 7th, 2004
The Annual General Meeting of the Dublin University Central Athletic Club will be held at 7:30pm on Thursday 28 October in the Edmund Burke Theatre. All should attend.
August 19th, 2004
The Irish Amatuer Rowing Union will hold an EGM on 15 January 2005 to review
current rules governing rowing in Ireland. Dublin University Boat Club will be
represented at this meeting. Any DUBC members who have proposals or suggestions
regarding rules changes should contact Richard Moore whose details can be found in Members'
Contact Information*. Document regarding
rule changes can be read at IARU.
July 7th, 2004
The recollections of W.K. Zinsmeister (DUBC 1980) in History.
August 6th, 2004
The results from the Irish Sprint Rowing Championships at Carrick-on-Shannon
can be read at Carrick-on-Shannon
Rowing Club
August 2nd, 2004
At the Irish Sprint Rowing Championships at Carrick-on-Shannon yesterday, Dublin University Boat Club were successful in the novice four category. The four beat Garda Siochána Boat Club in their heat, and beat Waterford Boat Club and Galway Rowing Club 'A' in the final. The verdict was a canvas over Waterford.
The crew was V.R. Bennett (stroke), E.P. Garrigan (3), M.D. Barry (2), P.A. Henry (bow), L.A.M. Hayden (cox).
In the open eight category, the DUBC / Lady Elizabeth composite won their heat
but lost the final to a Commercial RC / NUI Galway BC / Galway RC /
Carrick-on-Shannon RC composite. The verdict was a canvas.
July 26th, 2004
At the Irish Sprint Rowing Championships at Carrick-on-Shannon this Sunday, Dublin University Boat Club will race a novice four and a DUBC/Lady Elizabeth composite open eight. The timetable and entries can be read at Carrick-on-Shannon Rowing Club.
July 16th, 2004
After a successful year, Trinity had disappointing results at the Irish
Championships. On the Friday, DUBC took second to NUIG in the Intermediate 4+. After winning their heat, the novice eight came third to NUIG and Queens in a close race.
On the Saturday, the Intermediate eight were beaten by only one second by NUIG. The novice four came third to NUIG and Waterford. A Lady Elizabeth/DUBC composite eight took fifth in the senior eights. Photos from Henley in Photographs.
Also Trinity's Temple
Challenge Cup crews 2004. Crew photo of Senior Four not yet available.
July 8th, 2004
Entries for the Irish Championships taking place tomorrow and Saturday at
Iniscarra can be read at Irish Amateur Rowing Union.
July 7th, 2004
The recollections of W.K. Zinsmeister (DUBC 1980) in History.
July 6th, 2004
On the Wednesday at Henley, Trinity College Dublin 'A' was beaten by Oxford
Brookes 'B' in the first heat of the Temple Challenge Cup by 1/2 a length. It
was one of the closest and fastest races of the morning. Oxford Brookes 'B'
went on to the quarter finals, going out to Oxford Brookes 'A'.
On the same morning, Trinity College Dublin 'B' were beaten by Lady Margaret
Hall Oxford by 1 3/4 lengths. Trinity lead at Fawley but fell behind in the
strong headwind. Lady Margaret Hall Oxford were beaten the following day by
Oxford Brookes 'A'.
Trinity's senior four was more successful in the Student Coxed Fours event. The
four made it to the Saturday, beating Reading University and Grand Valley State University USA along the way, only losing out to Imperial College London in the semi-final. Imperial College London went on to win the event.
Full results can be read at Henley Royal Regatta.
Photos will follow.
June 28th, 2004
At HRR on Wednesday, Trinity College Dublin 'A' will race Oxford Brookes
University 'B' at 0935. Trinity College Dublin 'B' will race Lady Margaret
Hall, Oxford at 1035. In Student Coxed Fours, Trinity College Dublin will race
Reading University at 1150.
June 26th, 2004
Trinity College, Dublin 'B' qualified for the Temple Challenge Cup at the
Henley Royal Regatta qualifying races last night. They will face Lady Margaret
Hall, Oxford in the first round on Wednesday. The first eight will race Oxford
Brookes 'B'. In Student Coxed Fours, Trinity College Dublin will race Reading
on Wednesday. Please come along to support. Full draws at Henley Royal Regatta.
June 21st, 2004
Athlone Regatta took place on Saturday. Dublin University Boat Club won the
novice eights and senior four categories. In the final of the intermediate
eights, Trinity took third behind University College Cork and University of
Limerick in tough conditions. The DUBC/Lady Elizabeth composite eight took
second behind Lady Elizabeth in the final of the senior eights. Full results
available at Irish Amateur Rowing Union.
Crews required to qualify for Henley 2004 are now listed at Henley Royal Regatta. "Trinity College,
Dublin 'B', Ireland" is required to qualify for the Temple Challenge Cup.
14 crews out of 43 will qualify.
June 17th, 2004
The bus to Athlone will leave from Nassau Street at 6:05 on Saturday morning. The cost will be aprox 16 euro per person. We are sharing with Dublin
University Ladies Boat Club.
The list of entries for this years Henley Royal Regatta can be read at HRR.
June 16th, 2004
Henley Royal Regatta takes place from 30 July - 4 June. Trinity College Dublin
will enter three crews in two categories; the Temple Challenge Cup and the new
Student Coxed Fours. The crews are:
| Temple Challenge Cup |
| TCD 'A' | TCD 'B' |
| Cox | J.C. Maitland | K.R. Miller |
| Stroke | V.R. Bennett | C.J. McCaughley
|
| 7 | S.E. Heary | E.P. Garrigan
|
| 6 | S.P. Murphy | R.J. Quinn
|
| 5 | J.P. Corcoran | R.W. Horner
|
| 4 | J.R.D. Battye | S. Colwell
|
| 3 | E.O. Hynes
| P.A. Henry
|
| 2 | E.J. Roffe-Silvester | M.D. Barry
|
| Bow | D.B. Cummins
| U.M. Voigt
|
| Student Coxed Fours |
| Cox | S.E.P. Gold
|
| Stroke | K.T. Devlin
|
| 3 | P.G. Laird
|
| 2 | R.N.T. Moore
|
| Bow | R.M.H. Northridge
|
The second Temple eight will race in the qualifiers on June 25th.
June 15th, 2004
At Athlone Regatta on Saturday, DUBC will race a novice eight, novice four,
inter eight and senior four. The draw can be read at Irish Amateur Rowing Union.
June 13th, 2004
In the Lomac Tiles University Boat Race which took place in Belfast yesterday,
Trinity beat Queens by three lengths. The Trinity crew was:
| Cox | S.E.P. Gold
|
| Stroke | R.M.H. Northridge
|
| 7 | S.F. King
|
| 6 | K.T. Devlin
|
| 5 | P.G. Laird
|
| 4 | E.O. Hynes
|
| 3 | R.N.T. Moore
|
| 2 | E.J.Roffe-Silvester
|
| Bow | D.P. Cox
|
|
|
| Coach | T.J.S. Levy
|
June 8th, 2004
At Dublin Metropolitan Regatta on Saturday, Trinity crews performed
excellently. Trinity won the Metropolitan Grand Challenge Cup in the senior
fours category. The intermediate eight won the Proud Challenge Cup. The novice
eight took home the Visitor's Challenge Cup.
In the novice fours category, DUBC's two crews took first and second in their
heats, taking fourth and fifth in the final behind strong crews from UCD,
Waterford and NUIG. The results of Dublin Metropolitan Regatta can be read at Irish Amateur Rowing Union.
At Carlow Regatta on Sunday, M.D. Barry, competing in the MN1x, was knocked out
in his third heat by the eventual winner (UCD).
July 3rd, 2004
Trinity Regatta will take place next year on Saturday 23rd April.
Well done to Richard Moore who was elected captain for 2004-2005 at the EGM
last night.
On June 12 training will take place at 6:30am for those not in the Lomac Tiles
University Boat Race crew. A bus will take supporters to Belfast, leaving
college at 8:30am and the Boathouse at 9:00am.
July 1st, 2004
All those wishing to purchase a silk Boat Club tie should pay 30 euro to Peter
before Friday 11th June. They are due to arrive before we leave for Henley.
The draw for Carlow Regatta is online at Irish
Amateur Rowing Union.
May 30th, 2004
Dublin Metropolitan Regatta takes place this Saturday, 5th June, in
Blessington. Dublin University Boat Club will race a senior four, an
intermediate eight, a novice eight and two novice fours. The timetable and list
of entries can be read at Irish Amateur Rowing
Union.
At Carlow Regatta on Sunday, M.D. Barry of DUBC will race in the novice scull
category. The draw is not yet available.
An Extraordinary General Meeting of the Club shall be held on Wednesday at 6pm
in Boat Club rooms at which the Captain for next season will be elected, and
who will until he is invested at the next Annual General Meeting of the Club
hold the title of Captain Elect. Only those members who have represented the Club at a public or inter-university regatta in the contemporary season are
eligible to vote (list of members).
All such members are to attend.
May 17th, 2004
Some pretty ladies
with oars.
Everyone should read this: Rabbit's guide to
Henley Royal Regatta.
Good luck to all sitting examinations.
May 13th, 2004
The inaugural Lomac Tiles University Boat Race between Queen's University
Belfast and Trinity College Dublin will take place on the river Lagan in
Belfast on June 12 at 2:30pm. The official challenge took place on Tuesday -
the Press Release
is online.
If you are on the old boy database, you should have received your copy of DUBC
News by now. It is also available to read online here (Adobe PDF, 1.2Mb).
May 10th, 2004
At KRSG Regatta on Saturday, Dublin University Boat Club's senior coxed four
qualified for the final with the fastest time of the day in their category. The
crew placed fourth in the final, behind Molesey Boat Club, Nottingham &
Union Rowing Club, and Leander Club.
On Sunday, the four came in second in their heat and were beaten to the top
spot in the final by Imperial College and Molesey Boat Club. Full results from
from Belgium are at KRSG Regatta.
April 30th, 2004
Photos from Trinity Regatta are now in Photographs. Not in
order.
Some old photographs of the DUBC 1903 crew are in the History section.
April 28th, 2004
Dublin University Boat Club will race two boats at Koninklijke Roeivereniging
Sport Gent Regatta in Belgium on the 8th and 9th of May. Entered are a senior
coxed four - K.T. Devlin (stroke), R.N.T. Moore (3), P.G. Laird (2), R.M.H.
Northridge (bow), S.E.P. Gold (cox) and one lightweight single - D.B. Cummins.
The draw can be read at KRSG Regatta.
April 26th, 2004
At the very successful Trinity Regatta this weekend, DUBC crews took medals in
almost every category entered.
The senior four beat Lady Elizabeth Boat Club by one and a half lengths in
their final, winning the Isthmian Challenge Cup. The intermediate eight won the
Ladies Challenge Cup, beating Garda Siochana Boat Club in their final by three
lengths. In a repeat of Commercial Regatta last month, DUBC "B" beat
DUBC "A" in the final of the novice eights - the Stynx Cup. The
verdict was one and a half lengths.
The DUBC "A" novice four beat UCD "A" and Neptune to make
their final, only to be beaten by Waterford.
The University Grand Challenge Cup returned to Dublin University Boat Club for the first time since 1998. Dublin University beat Lady Elizabeth in the final
of the senior eights by just two feet to take the trophy.
The full results of Trinity Regatta 2004 can be read here.
Congratulations to all winners.
A meeting will take place tomorrow evening in Boat Club rooms at 8pm. All
current rowers to attend.
April 22nd, 2004
Gannon Cup photos in Photographs.
April 19th, 2004
The draw for Trinity Regatta 2004 is now available here. (Microsoft
Word document, 196Kb)
April 18th, 2004
Results of University Championships available at Irish
Amatuer Rowing Union. Results of Queen's Regatta are up at Queen's University Belfast Boat Club.
A short regatta meeting will be held tomorrow evening at 8:30 in Boat Club
rooms.
"Boat Club Reminiscences" by M.P. Leahy have been extended in the History section.
April 17th, 2004
At the Irish University Championships on Friday, NUI Galway won the Wyley Cup,
beating Trinity into close second place in the novice, intermediate and senior
eights.
At Queen's Regatta today, Dublin University Boat Club won almost every category entered, winning novice and intermediate eights, and senior fours. The novice
eights final was restarted after a clash between the two DUBC crews. The
Trinity senior four beat off tough competition from a field including Lady
Elizabeth Boat Club, University of Limerick and St. Michael's Rowing Club.
Congratulations to Dublin University Ladies Boat Club who had a successful
weekend.
April 15th, 2004
The price for bus and accommodation this weekend is 70 euro which includes a 20 euro deposit. This will be returned to you at the end of the weekend. Please
pay secretary Sophia Gold or treasurer Colm McCaughley this evening.
A cleanup of the boat house and extension in advance of Trinity Regatta. will take place after training next Thursday morning. It is compulsory for all to
help out.
April 14th, 2004
The bus for Castlewellan will leave tomorrow evening at 5:15pm from Nassau
Street. The price is yet to be announced and will include accommodation. We
will be sharing the bus with Dublin University Ladies Boat Club.
The schedule for University Championships can be read at Irish Amatuer Rowing Union.
A Trinity Regatta meeting will take place this evening at 6pm in Boat Club
rooms, House 23, where the draw will take place. Entries can still be emailed
to regatta@tcd.ie.
April 13th, 2004
Dublin University Central Athletic Club constitution now available to read in Current Rowers.
Entries for Trinity Regatta 2004 close tomorrow. Please email entries to regatta@tcd.ie.
April 11th, 2004
The Irish University Championships take place this Friday in Castlewellan.
Dublin University Boat Club with compete in novice, intermediate and senior
eights, novice fours and first year novice fours. The draw is not yet
available.
Queens Regatta will take place on Saturday over the same 1500m course. Trinity
will race in novice and intermediate eights, and novice and senior fours. The
draw and timetable can be read at Queens University
Belfast Boat Club.
April 8th, 2004
The next Trinity Regatta meeting will be held in Boat Club rooms next Wednesday
at 6pm, when the draw will take place. Entries can be emailed to regatta@tcd.ie.
April 5th, 2004
In the first regattas of the season, Trinity crews performed excellently. At
Neptune Regatta on Saturday, Dublin University Boat Club took the novice and
intermediate eights titles. The intermediate four also won convincingly.
At Commercial Regatta on Sunday, DUBC B beat DUBC A in a close and exciting final of the novice eights. The senior four beat off all opposition to win
their category. The senior eight lost out to Commercial in their final.
April 1st 2004
Photographs from this year's Trial Eights can be accessed through Photographs. Password required.
A look at a DUBC boat going over the weir in 1954, here (external).
March 31st, 2004
The 2004 Trinity Regatta prospectus can now be read in the Trinity Regatta section of
this site. The next regatta meeting will be held at 6pm this Thursday in Boat
Club rooms, House 23.
March 27th, 2004
In the Gannon Cup between UCD and Trinity today, Trinity took the senior race,
beating UCD convincingly. The novice crew beat UCD's novice eight by several
lengths, but were disqualified on a technicality. An excellent day for Dublin
University Boat Club. Congratulations to all who rowed.
25th March, 2004
The Gannon Cup takes place this Saturday on the Lower Liffey, from O'Connell
Bridge. The Gannon Cup a private race between University College Dublin Boat
Club and Dublin University Boat Club which has taken place since 1947. The
crews are as follows:
| Senior Eight | Novice Eight |
| Cox | S.E.P. Gold | D.M. Harrington |
| Stroke | R.M.H. Northridge | E.J. Roffe-Silvester |
| 7 | S.F. King | D.P. Gibbons |
| 6 | K.T. Devlin | R.J. Quinn |
| 5 | P.G. Laird | R.W. Horner |
| 4 | E.O. Hynes | S. Colwell |
| 3 | R.N.T. Moore | P.N. Crinion |
| 2 | V.R. Bennett | U.M. Voigt |
| Bow | D.B. Cummins | P.L.N. Temple |
|
|
| Coach | T.J.S. Levy | G.M. Macken |
Both crews are made up solely of students at Trinity College Dublin. The novice
crew is made up of only first-year novice rowers. The novice race will take
place at 2:30pm and the senior race at 3:30pm. Come along to support Trinity.
March 22nd, 2004
The results from the unofficial head race which took place after the
cancellation of London Head on Saturday can be read at the Tideway Slug. Lady
Elizabeth Club (Ireland) I took an impressive second place, only losing out to Imperial College I.
March 21st, 2004
London Head of River was cancelled. From www.horr.co.uk:
"The 2004 Race has had to be cancelled. The extreme wind and water
conditions in the middle of the course and in the marshalling area meant that
the Race could not be run safely. The view was fully supported by the PLA and
the safety services."
The cancellation was very disappointing for the three crews who travelled. Many
thanks to all those who provided accommodation, food, coxing and facilities to the Trinity rowers.
The next Trinity Regatta meeting will be held on Monday 29 March at 8pm in Boat
Club rooms, House 23.
March 18th, 2004
A reminder that at London on Saturday, Dublin University Boat Club will be
racing two composite eights with Lady Elizabeth Boat Club, rowing under
"Lady Elizabeth Club (Ireland) I" (23) and "Dublin
University" (75). One full college eight will race under "Lady
Elizabeth Club (Ireland) II" (126). Wish us the best of luck and come
along to cheer us on if you are in the London area.
March 16th, 2004
Because crews from Dublin University Boat Club are away racing at London Head on Saturday, this week's Trinity Regatta meeting will be held in Dublin
University Ladies Boat Club rooms (Botany Bay) at 6pm on Friday.
March 14th, 2004
Trial Eights took place yesterday and was enjoyed by everyone who attended. A list of those nominated for colours can be read here.
March 12th, 2004
For photos of some pretty rowing girls, have a look here.
March 11th, 2004
A committee meeting will be held at 9pm on Monday 15th March in Boat Club
rooms. Apologies to the captain or vice-captain.
Photos from Erne Head and Dublin Head now online.
Read the Rules of the
Lady Elizabeth Boat Club from 1929. Lady Elizabeth Boat Club is Trinity's
alumni rowing club.
March 10th, 2004
A Trinity Regatta meeting will take place on Friday at 6pm in Boat Club rooms,
House 23.
March 9th, 2004
Dublin University Boat Club's Senior Eight at Henley in
2003. Back row: Tim Levy (coach), Ronan O'Laoire (6), Conor Hunston (bow),
Bernard Quain (2), Richard Moore (3). Front row: Kevin Devlin (5), Nick Wolfe
(4), Sophia Gold (cox), Richard Northridge (stroke), Ozrin Trivic (7).
The index of the contents of the Boat Club archives, housed in the Manuscripts
Department of Trinity College Library Dublin, is now available online in the History section of this site.
March 9th, 2004
Dublin University Boat Club's Senior Eight at Henley in
2003. Back row: Tim Levy (coach), Ronan O'Laoire (6), Conor Hunston (bow),
Bernard Quain (2), Richard Moore (3). Front row: Kevin Devlin (5), Nick Wolfe
(4), Sophia Gold (cox), Richard Northridge (stroke), Ozrin Trivic (7).
The index of the contents of the Boat Club archives, housed in the Manuscripts
Department of Trinity College Library Dublin, is now available online in the History section of this site.
March 8th, 2004
The results from Dublin Head can be read at Old Collegians Boat Club.
Photographs will follow. Dublin University Boat Club won the Diana Cook Trophy
for the best overall club at the event.
Our next races will be London Head on the 20 March and the Gannon Cup on the 27
March.
March 6th, 2004
In the Dublin Head today the DUBC / Lady Elizabeth "A" composite
eight took the overall win. The novice eight took the novice title. In the
intermediate eights, Trinity lost out to Neptune by only a few seconds. Times
and photographs to follow.
March 4th, 2004
A reminder to all that the next Trinity Regatta meeting will take place
tomorrow evening at 6pm in Boat Club rooms.
March 3rd, 2004
The draw and launching times for Dublin Head, taking place this Saturday, are
now available. Dublin University Boat Club will race two composite eights with
Lady Elizabeth Boat Club in the open category. Also racing will be one
intermediate eight, one novice eight and an intermediate four. The draw can be found
at Old Collegians Boat Club.
Dublin Head is raced through Dublin city centre, starting just below O'Connell
Bridge, so please come along to support Trinity. The race starts at 11am.
February 28th, 2004
Today was yet another excellent day for Dublin University Boat Club at Erne
Head of the River in Eniskillen. The intermediate eight took the overall win,
recording the fastest time of the day. Trinity's two novice eights took first
and second in the novice category. The results can be viewed here.
Dublin Head on Saturday will be our next race.
You need to pay for Trial Eights now if you are attending.
February 27th, 2004
The draw for London Head is now available. Dublin University Boat Club will be racing two composite eights with Lady Elizabeth Boat Club, rowing under
"Lady Elizabeth Club (Ireland) I" (23) and "Dublin
University" (75), and a college eight rowing under "Lady Elizabeth
Club (Ireland) II" (126). The draw can be read here. More about the
race can be found at www.horr.co.uk.
Bus to Erne now leaving at 7:45.
February 26th, 2004
A reminder to all that money for Trial Eights tickets is now due. The cost is
36 euro to be paid to treasurer Colm McCaughley by 1 March. Trial Eights takes
place on March 13th. All members are required to attend this important event -
no excuses.
The Trinity Regatta meeting due to take place this Friday has been postponed
until Friday 5th March, 6pm in House 23.
The bus taking us to Erne Head will leave from Nassau Street at 7:45 on
Saturday morning. Cost will be 12 euro, payable to Anna Walsh of Dublin
University Ladies Boat Club. Many thanks to Anna for organising the transport.
Those going to London Head know who they are. You should book a flight
immediately as prices increase everyday. Home addresses of those rowing should
have been emailed to Peter Henry by now. Fly over on Thursday 18 March and
return on Sunday 21 March. Book your flight NOW and if you require
accommodation then email Peter your address NOW.
February 25th, 2004
Photos from Lagan Head now available in Photographs.
February 23rd, 2004
Dublin University Boat Club will race at Erne Head of the River in Eniskillen
this Saturday. Racing will be an Intermediate Eight, two Novice Eights and an
Intermediate Four. The draw can be read here. (Microsoft Word
document, 106k)
A complete list of
captains at Trinity is now available online. You can also read an article from the
1985 Trinity Regatta programme.
February 14th, 2004
To view the results for Lagan Head, click here.
February 13th, 2004
Be at the Boat Club at 7:30 tomorrow morning as we are going to Blessington.
Bring cars if possible.
Regatta meeting is at 6pm tonight for those concerned.
February 12th, 2004
A Trinity Regatta meeting will be held in Boat Club rooms tomorrow evening to
discuss specific issues. The following people are to attend: Anna Walsh, Rachel
Gray, Ed Silvester, Eamonn Hynes, Jonny Maitland, Alana Kerr, Michael Barry,
Conor Fennessey, Richard Northridge, Emilie Farrell, John Bolton.
February 8th, 2004
Yesterday was another successful day for Trinity at Lagan Head. The DUBC/Lady
Elizabeth composite finished second to Lady Elizabeth in the senior eights
category. The novice eight finished ninth overall and won novice eights.
Our next race will be Erne Head on 28 February.
February 5th, 2004
The correct bus time is now 06:15 on Saturday from Nassau Street (across the
road from Knobs and Knockers).
February 4th, 2004
Dublin University Boat Club will race a senior eight, two novice eights and a
novice four at the Lagan Head in Belfast on Saturday. The draw is available to
read at Irish Amateur Rowing Union.
Note the time of the bus.
We are no longer going to Limerick.
February 3rd, 2004
The bus for Lagan Head will leave from Nassau Street at 05:50am on Saturday
morning. The price will be aprox 15 euro return. You must be on the bus unless
you have informed the secretary (Sophia Gold). We are sharing with Dublin
University Ladies Boat Club.
January 31st, 2004
The next Trinity Regatta meeting will take place on Friday, 13th February at
6pm in Boat Club rooms.
Cleanup after training tomorrow.
January 30th, 2004
From Irish Amateur Rowing Union: "Due to
adverse weather conditions the St. Michael's Head scheduled to take place
tomorrow has been cancelled and has been re-scheduled for the Saturday 14th of
February." Training as usual tomorrow.
January 29th, 2004
A Trinity Regatta meeting will take place in Boat Club rooms tomorrow at 6pm.
January 27th, 2004
A bus will take us to Limerick on Saturday. This will leave from Nassau Street
at 6 am on Saturday morning. We are sharing with Dublin University Ladies Boat
Club. The cost per person is to be 12 euro.
On Sunday after the second session a cleanup of the club house and extension
will take place. All rowers are to stay back after training to help out for a
short while.
January 24th, 2004
St. Michael's Head of the River takes place next Saturday the 31st January.
Dublin University Boat Club is entering one category, aiming to take the novice
eights. Three novice eights have been entered, one of which will row twice. The
draw can be read at Irish Amateur Rowing Union.
January 18th, 2004
The next Trinity Regatta meeting will be on Friday, 30 January at 6pm in Boat
Club rooms. The date for Trinity Regatta this year will be April 24.
The 2003 Trial Eights photograph can be viewed here (174k).
Copies can be purchased for 15 euro - contact Eamonn Hynes by emailing dubc@tcd.ie
January 14th, 2004
A seminar on umpiring and an umpire exam will be held in Neptune Rowing Club on
19th January at 7.30pm.
Document regarding University Colours available at Club Colours.
January 12th, 2004
A committee meeting will be held at 5pm this Friday, 16th January in Boat Club
rooms, House 23. All DUBC committee members are expected to attend.
Following this, the first Trinity Regatta meeting of 2004 will be held in Boat
Club rooms at 6pm. All to attend. Apologies to the captain.
January 7th, 2004
First-year novice contact details added to Members
Contact Information*. If you are missing
from the list, or if someone on the list has quit, please email dubc@tcd.ie. Kit ordering and Irish Amateur
Rowing Union registration for first-year novices will begin soon.
December 26th, 2003
Hopefully everyone found their (stripy) socks filled with lots of presents this
Christmas. A reminder to all of the schedule for Cappoquin next week: All are to meet at the pier in Cappoquin at 10am on Friday 2nd January. We will be
staying overnight on the 2nd and 3rd and returning on the 4th.
It is up to you to organize your transport. Departure should be at 5:45am from
the Boat Club on the 2nd but do not turn up expecting a lift unless you have
organised one.
December 22nd, 2003
Richard Moore is HELPING to organise the transport to Cappoquin training camp
after Christmas. If you have a car and are driving, please let him know. If you do not have a way of getting there, give him a call. Call or text 0861508513. Email dubc@tcd.ie.
December 18th, 2003
All visitors are encouraged to leave a Christmas message in the Guestbook. It's good to know who is viewing the site!
If anyone has any more photos from Commons, please email them to dubc@tcd.ie.
December 15th, 2003
To view some photographs of Christmas Commons, mostly in Boat Club rooms and some from the meal, please follow this link*. Password is required. I hope to have more photos -
there were several cameras there!
More unsorted photos have been added to the Photographs section.
These are totally random and comment or detail about each image is welcome.
December 12th, 2003
Christmas Commons night was enjoyed by all who attended. Tradition was upheld and stories of the night's antics will be told for a long time to come Photos to follow.
11th December, 2004
A date for the Gannon Cup 2004 has been set. It will be held on the afternoon
of Tuesday 23rd March. The novice race will be held at 2pm and senior at
3:30pm. The course will be from O'Connell Bridge to Sherwin Bridge. More
information will follow closer to the event.
A date for Trial Eights 2004 has also been set. It will be held the week before
London Head on Saturday 13th March. It would be great to see lots of old boys
in attendence - mark the date in your diaries!
December 10th, 2003
The next Trinity Regatta meeting will be held at the start of Hilary Term.
Details will be posted here.
December 2nd, 2003
Congratulations to Dave Cummins of DUBC who won the Under 23 Lightweight
category at the Irish Indoor Rowing Championships with a time of 6:32.8.
Congratulations also to JP Corcoran who came seventh in the Under 23 Heavyweight category with a time of 6:33.0.
Remember, money for kit is due on Friday (seniors) and Commons money tomorrow (everyone).
November 30th, 2004
A few unsorted pictures:
Eamonn Hynes (captain 2001-02) reclines in newly repainted Boat
Club Rooms (this shot was taken on Friday).
A Dance
Steward's badge from DUBC's "annual dance" of 1937.
An Umpire's
Badge from DUBC Regatta 1936.
R Lehmann
who coached the Trinity crew which won the Thames Cup at Henley in 1903
(thanks to Derek Gordon).
These images will be archived shortly in the Photographs section of this site.
November 29th, 2004
Last night's meeting regarding Trinity Regatta was well attended. It will be
followed up again with another meeting next Friday at the same time in Boat
Club rooms. All to attend. A view of the proceedings at this week's meeting.
November 27th, 2004
A meeting to discuss Trinity Regatta 2004 will be held in Boat Club rooms,
House 23 tomorrow, Friday 28th at 6pm. All members are asked to attend.
A cleanup of the club and extention will take place on Saturday afternoon after
first year novice training. This will be organised by Stephen Heary of House
and Grounds.
For anyone who will not be at the club or see the noticeboard in the next couple of weeks, you can view the Christmas Commons 2003 poster. (by Eamonn Hynes)
November 26th, 2004
All members should pay money due for the Christmas Commons evening to Treasurer
Colm McCaughley or captain Richard Northridge as soon as possible. The cost of
the evening is 30 euro which covers drinks and food. The night will begin with a
champagne reception in Boat Club rooms, House 23 at 5pm on Thursday December
11th. Commons is at 6:15pm in the Old Dining Hall. Post dinner sherry reception
will take place in the conversation room of the Graduates Memorial Building.
Money for senior kit should be paid as soon as possible to Eamonn Hynes.
Deadline is the last day of Michaelmas Term (Fri 5th December).
November 25th, 2004
Information regarding kit orders for seniors is available in Current Rowers. Fly the flag.
Thanks to Eamonn Hynes for arranging this years' kit order.
November 24th, 2004
A provisional list of events which DUBC will attend in 2004 is available in Current Rowers.
November 22nd, 2004
More photos from Neptune Head available in Photographs. Thanks to
Matt Pitt of Trinity News who took most of these.
November 19th, 2004
Photographs from Neptune Head of the River last Saturday can now be found in Photographs. More
photos to follow soon.
November 17th, 2004
DUBC had an excellent day on Saturday at Neptune Head of the River, winning
every category entered. DUBC/Lady Elizabeth A was the fastest boat of the day,
covering the course in under 12 minutes and winning senior eights. The DUBC
intermediate eight beat Neptune and Garda to win inter eights. The first novice
eight beat UCD, Garda and Arklow to win novice eights.
Neptune head was the first race entered by sixteen new novices and two new
coxes who had an enjoyable day's racing. Congratulations also to Dublin
University Ladies Boat Club who had a successful day. The complete results can
be read at Irish Amateur Rowing Union.
Photographs will follow shortly.
November 6th, 2004
DUBC enters its first race this season at Neptune Head of the River on
Saturday, 15 November. At the first head, DUBC will race an intermediate eight
and two novice eights, and in the second head, two composite Lady
Elizabeth/DUBC senior eights and two novice eights. The draw can be read at Neptune Rowing Club.
November 3rd, 2004
The Boat Club's song book, the "Bible", is now available to read
online. If you are a current or old member of the club and wish to access it,
please apply to dubc@tcd.ie. The
"Bible" is strictly private and access will not be granted to
non-members.
November 3rd, 2004
Those curious can view a list of the Boat Club's silverware here.
October 27th, 2003
Saturday's Annual General Meeting, chaired by Rob van Mesdag and held in the
boat club, was extremely successful. A new constitution was ratified which will
be available to read here shortly.
October 22nd, 2003
The names of those awarded colours this year can now be viewed here. Congratulations
to all.
October 18th, 2003
The Boat Club's Christmas Commons meal will be held on the evening of Thursday,
11th December. All current and old members are welcome. If you are not a
current rower and wish to attend then please email dubc@tcd.ie
to register your interest. The price of the evening is yet to be decided. A
post dinner reception will be held in the conversation room of the Graduates
Memorial Building. All to meet at Boat Club rooms, House 23, Rubrics, at 5pm
that evening. Dress is formal.
October 16th, 2003
Dublin University Boat Club will hold its annual HALLOWEEN MASSACRE party on
the night of Thursday, October 30th at the boat club in Islandbridge. Tickets
at seven euro each will be available from stands in the Hamilton and Arts
buildings the previous week and are available to all. Buses will leave from the
Pav that evening - details to be announced.
October 14th, 2003
The Annual General Meeting of the Dublin University Boat Club will be held at
7pm on Saturday, 25th of October at the boat club in Islandbridge. Attendance
is mandatory.
The latest rowing article from the University Record can be read here. Many thanks to Alana
Kerr of Dublin University Ladies Boat Club.
October 13th, 2003
The rules of the river and the rules regarding club colours can now be read in Current Rowers.
This month's article from Trinity News by Shaula Connaughton-Deeny of Dublin
University Ladies Boat Club can be read here.
October 5th, 2003
Saturday's introduction to rowing and the Boat Club to all new recruits was a
great success. Training will begin with Run and Circuits at Luce Hall on
Wednesday, 8 October at 19:30. All to attend. If you missed Saturday's
introduction at the Boat Club then come along on Wednesday. See you there.
October 3rd, 2003
Novice training schedule is now available in Current Rowers. Inter training
schedule now lists training times.
September 26th, 2003
The website's fresher's week messages can still be read by accessing the
following links: Imagine a
sport and Dear
Fresher, Welcome to Trinity College.
September 16th, 2003
Provisional intermediate training schedule is now available in Current Rowers. Details of
novice coaches and dates should be available in the next few days.
All members are also invited to add their details to the online database by
filling in the form at the Members'
Contact Details* page.
August 30th, 2003
New web site launched! The latest incarnation of the Boat Club's Internet
presence is a combination of last year's "News and Photos" site, and
the older DUBC web site. The intention is for this page to be updated regularly
- input is therefore required from you! Send all photos and other information
to dubc@tcd.ie.
