Sam Sheppard
Oxford Brookes University Boat Club investigation
Following recent media reports relating to training methods within Oxford Brookes University Boat Club, Oxford Brookes University has now launched an independent investigation into the concerns raised. The investigation will consider whether the materials shared online and other aspects of the behaviour and culture of the coaching at the Club are in accordance with the University’s commitment to provide an inclusive and respectful culture in every aspect of university life, and with the law more generally. The University has appointed specialist lawyers at Penningtons Manches Cooper to conduct an independent investigation and to prepare a report based on the findings of their investigation. The University will then consider whether
Statement on concerns about coaching practices at OBUBC
Oxford Brookes is committed to maintaining an inclusive and respectful culture in every aspect of University life. The material that has been circulated online has appalled us. We are taking the concerns that have been raised about coaching practices at Oxford Brookes University Boat Club extremely seriously, and we are working with British Rowing to investigate and address those concerns. We encourage any members of the Boat Club who have concerns to come forward and report them via the University’s reporting tool on our website. You will be supported and all concerns will be investigated. Students who need support can contact the University’s Student Welfare and Support Advice Team. https://www.brookes.ac.uk/students/report-and-support
GB November Trials 2024
This weekend Brookes headed up to Boston, Lincolnshire for two days which included a 2km ergo test and a 5km time trial in either a single or pair for the Great Britain Senior and U23 trials. On the men’s side, there were 8 pairs and 3 singles taking part in the time trial with 5 pairs placing in the top 15. Toby Tegg and Sal Dunn came home in 4th position and the fastest full U23 pair. Kai Schlottmann and Lorenzo Previati backed them up in 9th place and the second fastest full U23 pair. Charlie Chick and Max Pianta, Max Mills and Jonathon Cameron along with Ethan Lennard
A day of Celebration and Remembrance
On the morning of Saturday 2nd November, our Olympians gathered with their friends and family, the current Brookes senior and novice teams and many who had played vital roles throughout their journeys to Olympic medals. The morning began with a memorial for our dear friend and Director of Sport, Keith Kelly. Keith had played a pivotal role in the pathway of all the athletes that were celebrated today whether it was ensuring they had the best boats to race in or someone to chat to over a sports bar baguette after training. Keith left a lasting memory on all the athletes who have walked into the Oxford Brookes sports centre
