Rowers at this year's Ross-on-Wye Pub & Club Regatta were not put off by the long and very heavy showers which took place at Ross Rowing Club on Sunday, 22nd May and there were some very close finishes. After the event, a presentation took place during which a one minute silence was held in remembrance of Jacqueline Danter, who died suddenly on Friday, 13th may. Pictured below are the winning teams, including a rear view of the 'Barrel' team, 'Sam's Oars', who carried a tribute to the owner of the pub.

I have only included only one token race photograph as there are just too many to publish here. The presentation photographs are continued on the next page. As time allows, I will publish more race photographs in the gallery.

The names of the winning team members are in the captions below each photograph.

The Ross Rugby Club annual end of season Awards Evening, held at the Drop Inn was well attended by both players & committee members. After the evening Buffet, Club Chairman, Martyn Pocknell thanked all players and coaches for their efforts both on and off the pitch. Club captain, Dave Mince also expressed his thanks and reflected on a very enjoyable season, which saw the first XV finish fourth in Glos 3, and reach the semi finals of the Forest of Dean Junior Cup and the second XV revived, reaching the semi final of the Minor Cup. Coaches Paul Hayley & Andy Walker told the players that training would continue every week throughout the summer.

The award winners were:
Club Man - Chris Gage
Best New Comer - Matt Taylor
Steve Gibbons Shield - Tim Hanes
Most Improved Player - Matt Jones
Top Points Scorer - Chris Gage
Top Try Scorer - Wayne Bishop
Presidents Tankard - Matt Redman

The players, Player of the Year Award went to Wayne Bishop, after finishing the season scoring fourteen tries. Special thanks went to Kieth Scrivens for his efforts off the pitch, organizing the 2nd XV. Gareth Holdsworth was awarded a Club Tie for his numerous fine performances as scrum half & winger, for both teams.

All the presentations were made by Andy Gooding (Charlie's Bar) Who had generously sponsored the club for the season.

Martyn Pocknell, chairman.