BHS HOTL profile

OPEN GIRLS FIRSTS CREW

Coached by Warren Payne

Cox

Gemma Reid

Year 10

“We work as a team really well, rowing together and for eachother. I’ll be focusing on our race plan and finding ways to best help the girls cross the line.”

Stroke

Nathalia Jenkins

Year 11

“This is my second year in the Firsts crew and I’m happy to be back in it to go out at Head of the Lake and give it a crack.”

Three

Payton Smith

Year 11

“I love the energy of the day. I’ll be making sure everyone feels proud of how they’ve gone this season, confident in themselves and how they’ve progressed. No matter the outcome, we’ve progressed.”

Two

Ashleigh Carnes

Year 12

“We’ve overcome a lot of challenges together as a crew and this is the big finale. I am a bit nervous, but proud of how far we’ve come in and out of the boat.”

Bow

Milly Aitken

Year 11

“No matter what happens on Sunday, as long as we have fun doing it, it’s all that matters. The noise from the crowd is always so loud.”

OPEN BOYS FIRSTS CREW

Coached by Chris Nielsen

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Jayden Howden

Year 10

“It’s my job to keep the boys motivated, in a straight line down the course, and to be the eyes and mouth of the boat, hopefully leading to victory. They really know how to row, and we’ve been improving together.”

Stroke

Connor O’Dwyer

Year 12

“This is my third season in the Firsts. It gives me a bit more racing experience, but it’s my last time. Coming off injury last year… I’m excited to have a good crack.”

Three

Rick Barber

Year 11

“I am looking forward to Head of the Lake. It’s my first year rowing sweep, and I’m focused on not giving up for the crew and all the people at the finish line.”

Two

Jules Jumamoy

Year 11

“I’m nervous but also feel thrilled. It keeps me motivated to stay focused and confident for the race.”

Bow

Rhys Webster

Year 11

“I’m excited to show those who may have doubted us, or myself, that we’ve been able to make it to the Firsts, and to show them what we can do. It’s a chance for me to prove myself.”