With under a weeks worth of training, the new MECBC W1 VIII faced the Head to Head race. A good start soon fell apart as the lack of experience in the newly formed crew began to show. However, the team pushed through, despite the challenges created by a passing St Catherine’s boat. After turning at the lock, W1 set off to tackle the second 2km of the course. Prepared to oppose the strong winds, they got into a solid rhythm. Half way through the stretch, a few crabs shook the team. However, after these set backs W1 composed themselves and fought on, pulling it back with a strong rhythm and hard leg drive. New found determination knew no bounds as the crew caught up with a men’s town boat towards the end of the course. W1 delivered and overtook the other boat, bringing a trying race to a very positive end.
Leanne Hagger, 5