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Novice Women
The Novice Women's squad is open to women from any year group who want to learn to row with the aim of competing at a national level for the university. Squad selections take place around november which gives everyone the chance to try the sport and show their commitment to the team. The successful athletes will be brought forward to the development squad and compete as a novice rower for the university. At the end of the season they will be ready to enter the senior women's program.
The women are supported by a strong network of student coaches at the club, as well as their co-captains, whose main focus this year is to build a strong, passionate squad driven by the love of the sport. It is the perfect way to make new friends and provide structure at university whilst working towards national success.
UYBC’s Novice Women have a history of success, with previous years having won medals at BUCS and in sending boats to Henley Women's Regatta. This year we are seeking to replicate and surpass this and we believe this year's squad has the potential to be the best yet.
2024/ 2025 Captains: Annabelle Gerdes & Anna Lezdkan
"Joining the Novice Women is a great way to try out a new sport, challenge yourself, and meet new friends, all with the opportunity to represent York in races up and down the country. Anyone with any level of experience is very welcome to come join the UYBC family and we encourage that you pop along and give it a go!"
Summary of the 2023/24 Season
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Consistently sending two 8+ and two 4+ to each race
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Individual bronze medal at BUCS Indoors
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8+ and 4+ Roses win
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8+ Intermediate category at Durham Regatta placing 2nd
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York Summer 4+ win