Andrew Hodge, Olympic gold medallist at Beijing in 2008, was the guest of honour at Ross Rowing Club's annual Regatta Ball at the Chase Hotel on Saturday.
Over 170 Ross Rowing Club members and guests, were warmly entertained and the club is delighted to say this was the best ever Regatta ball it has ever experienced. The dinner was also graced by special guests, Rhiannon Jones and Steve Tuck. Having both come through the Ross performance system, they have gained gold medals for Great Britain in international events.
The Club had a lot to celebrate, having had its most successful season ever, with 4 National medals, 120 club wins, the hosting of its most successful regatta, and a fast growing membership.
Andrew Hodge made the most of his first visit to Ross, taking a chance to view the Junior Academy with his partner Eeke Thomee during Saturday afternoon. Eeke rowed in the Dutch women's squad and provided much inspiration to the high performance junior girls who are about to embark on their own GB trials journey. In his speech Andrew commented on how impressed he was at the incredible progress the club has made.
He added "I must congratulate you and the committee on what you have achieved and done over recent years. Ross should be a model for many other clubs to follow".