Boys participate in Rowing Charity Challenge

Recently, Bolton School Rowing once again had the opportunity to participate in the Virtual ‘Race the Thames’ ergometer event, where the boys were tasked with rowing a distance of 72 kilometres collectively. The goal was to raise money for London Youth Rowing, a widening-access charity for the sport.

Six boys (Barnaby Keogh 13i, Brandon Yuen 13h, Tom Boardman 13f, Jacob Audley 12e, Edgar Keogh 11b and Thomas Atkinson 11e) began in Central London, with the aim to ‘row’ virtually through the Thames estuary and into the sea, splitting the imposing distance of 72 kilometres between them, and taking time at home and on lunchtime breaks, outside of sports lessons, to complete the distance. It was a tough challenge, but they managed it skilfully, placing very well in the rankings.

Overall, they were able to raise £187 for a great cause, and the event was enjoyed by all who participated in it.