On Saturday, 1 March, our two teams competed at the Waka Ama Auckland Senior Regatta, showcasing incredible effort and resilience. The day kicked off with both teams tackling the challenging 500m race, which included navigating a tricky turn in a powerful current. Despite their best efforts, both teams narrowly missed out on a spot in the final.
The girls regrouped and shifted focus to the 250m races. Both teams performed strongly in their heats, with one team securing a spot in the Semi-Finals with an impressive time of 1:07. They continued to push their limits, racing even faster in the Semi-Finals with a time of 1:04, which earned them a place in the Championship Final and they finished an impressive 6th place overall.
Considering they had only three weeks of training, the girls displayed remarkable determination and spirit. Their passion for the sport made it a fantastic day of racing.