COMMONWEALTH ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2014 9TH/10TH AUGUST Bulletin January 2014 Welcome from Strathclyde Park Contact Us For more information please contact us at: Scottish Rowing Scottish Rowing Centre 366 Hamilton Road, Motherwell, ML1 3ED Telephone: +44 (0)1698 250206 Via email: crc@scottish-rowing.org.uk Visit us online at www.crc2014.info www.scottish-rowing.org.uk The Commonwealth Rowing Championships take place this year in Scotland and the Scottish Rowing team is looking forward to welcoming you to their home at Strathclyde Park, Motherwell. As ever the racing will be keenly competitive, showcasing the best talent from the Commonwealth countries and giving both established and new entrants the chance to wear their country s colours. The event has been scheduled for early August which is ideally timed to allow competitors from the Under 23 World Championships to compete following that event in late July. Our loch at Strathclyde Park sits in over 400 hectares of countryside in the valley of the River Clyde and offers a well protected rowing course which has proven to be fair regardless of wind direction. The venue is well connected by motorways and international airports and lies a stone s throw away from some of Scotland s most beautiful scenery. The historic capital Edinburgh is just under an hour s drive away to the East of the vibrant city of Glasgow, the UK s second largest shopping destination, just 15 minutes to the West. Competitors will be looked after by our organizing committee, an enthusiastic and well trained group of volunteers, committed to running a well organized and high level competition. For more information visit the Commonwealth Rowing Championships 2014 website at www.crc2014.info In This Bulletin Welcome Team Composition Schedule and Dates Eligibility Facilities Local Attractions How to get here Where to stay Strathclyde Park Loch
Mixed 8+ Podium Welland 2010 Boat Pool A boat pool will be established at Strathclyde Park. To allow us to source the correct boats it is important that nations wishing to rent should contact Scottish Rowing via crc@scottish-rowing.org.uk as soon as possible with their requirements. Team Composition It is confirmed the maximum team size is 12 Teams are restricted to a maximum of 6 males and 6 female athletes. For the Men s 4 and Women s 4x events two members of the crew must be lightweight athletes and all members of the crew must have competed in events earlier in the Championships. The Commonwealth Rowing Championships operates under FISA rules with the weight limit for lightweight competitors as follows: Individual Max weight Crew Average Weight Men 72.5 kg 70 kg Women 59 kg 57 kg Dates The Championships is taking place on the 9th and 10th of August following the U23 World Championships which is being held in Varese at the end of July. Championship Events The following events will comprise the 2014 Commonwealth Rowing Championships over 1500m: Hwt Men Hwt Women Lwt Men Lwt Women 4-* 4x* 2-2- 2-** 2-** 2x** 2x** 2x 2x 1x** 1x** 1x** 1x** * Two members of these crews must be lightweights **These events will also be available over 500m
Organising Committee The following individuals have been elected to the Commonwealth Rowing Championships Organising Committee: Regatta Chair: Mike Morrice Committee Chair: Ailie Ord Race Control: John McKinney Ceremonial: Alistair Neill Administration: Jacqueline Levett Medical: Ron Wallace Commentary: Carol Wallace Team Management and Liaison: Graeme Cunningham Publicity: Jo Pinder Schedule of Events The prospective schedule of events is as follows: Saturday 9th August Time Event Distance 07.30 to 09.00 Heats as required 9.30 LW1x 1500m 9.50 LM1x 1500m 10.10 W2-1500m 10.30 M2-1500m Break 11.30 LW2x 1500m 11.50 LM2x 1500m 12.10 W1x 1500m 12.30 M1x 1500m Lunch Break 13:00 to 14:30 15.00 LW2-500m 15.20 LM2-500m 15.40 W2x 500m 16.00 M2x 500m Sunday 10th August Time Event Distance 07.30 to 09.00 Heats as required 9.30 LW2-1500m 9.50 LM2-1500m 10.00 W2x 1500m 10.20 M2x 1500m Break 11.50 W4x 1500m 12.10 M4-1500m Lunch Break 12:30 to 14:00 14.30 LW1x 500m 14.50 LM1x 500m 15.10 W1x 500m 15.30 M1x 500m 16.30 Mixed 8+ Exhibition 1000m Drug Testing Competitors will be subject to random Anti-Doping testing at the 2014 Commonwealth Rowing Championships Testing will follow the World Anti-Doping Agency standards, policies and procedures.
Eligibility 1. Subject to Article 24(2), as a condition of entry to compete in the Commonwealth Championships, all athletes must be citizens or subjects of the Commonwealth Country that enters them and must: (a) not be currently under disqualification or suspension by the Federation, or their respective Affiliated Commonwealth Games Association (CGA) or International Federation (IF) or under the World Anti Doping Code; (b) comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the Federation, their respective IFs and the World Anti Doping Code as may be modified and applied by the Federation to ensure that the overriding principles of the Commonwealth Games are observed. 2. Subject to Article 24(3), where an athlete was born in a Commonwealth Country that has common citizenship/ passport with other Commonwealth Countries, the athlete may initially represent either the athlete's Commonwealth Country of birth; or the Commonwealth Country of birth of his or her father or mother that shares the same citizenship/passport. 3. After having represented one Commonwealth Country at the Commonwealth Games, an athlete may not represent another Commonwealth Country unless he or she receives the approval of the Federation, the relevant IF and the affiliated CGAs of the two Commonwealth Countries concerned. Applications under this article must be submitted to the Executive Board at least 12 months prior to the commencement of the Games. 4. It is the responsibility of all affiliated CGAs to ensure that their athletes are fully aware of and comply with the eligibility rules of the Federation. 5. The Executive Board will have the power to waive the provisions of Articles 24 (1-3) in its discretion. In relation to this clause, the CGF Executive Board at its meeting in August 2004 gave the following guidelines: If an athlete has previously represented a country at a Commonwealth Games they may continue to represent that country at future Games. Athletes wishing to compete for a country on the basis of residency they must show they have resided in that country for five years immediately prior to those Games. Further guidelines were given in August 2005 as follows: Athlete Eligibility - Athlete Dispensation Criteria The General Assembly noted the Executive Board s decision that in accordance with Article 24 (5) dispensations would be granted to athletes where common passports exist in that an athlete may represent the new country subject to having fulfilled all the requirements of the relevant International Federation.
Visas Full information about Visas to come to the UK is available on the United Kingdom Border Agency website You do not need a Visa to come to the UK if you hold a valid passport from a country in the European Economic Area (which includes all the European Union countries plus Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein) or Switzerland. The countries whose nationals need Visas are listed on the UKBA site If you need to apply for a Sports Visitor Visa you will be asked to provide an invitation to take part in the Commonwealth Rowing Championships from British Rowing/Scottish Rowing. The UK Border Agency (UKBA) recommends that you apply well in advance (they advise at least two months in advance) to ensure that there is sufficient time to process your Visa application. If you require an invitation letter from British Rowing/Scottish Rowing in order to attend the Championships please email your request including full name(s), date(s) of birth and passport number(s) to: crc@scottish-rowing.org.uk Strathclyde Park Rowing Course Facilities Strathclyde Park has hosted many International regattas including the 1986 Commonwealth Games Regatta, the 1996 FISA World Rowing Championships and the 2007 FISA World Under 23 Rowing Championships. It has the following facilities: 8 lane Albano Buoyed course currently restricted to 1500m for racing. Minimum 5m depth Tarred cycle path around the perimeter of the loch Timing system with Interval Timing Capability Fair racing in all rowing conditions Large grassed spectator areas The park covers some 4 km², centred on the artificial Strathclyde Loch. It is located next to the River Clyde between Hamilton and Motherwell, easily accessible from Glasgow on the M74.
Kelvingrove Museum How to get here Local Attractions Motherwell is only a short drive away from Glasgow and the Clyde Valley and Edinburgh and the Lothians and with just a little more effort you can visit the Highlands. Glasgow is Scotland s city of style, where you can find world class attractions, museums and galleries, stunning architecture, works by renowned designer and artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh, and one of the best city centre shopping experiences in the UK. Beyond the city, you ll find lush countryside, great family days out and a wealth of fascinating history as you follow the River Clyde. Edinburgh is the inspiring capital of Scotland, where centuries of history meet a vibrant, cosmopolitan city in an unforgettable setting. Discover stunning scenery, striking architecture and fine food, and beautiful coast and countryside in the nearby Lothians. From the world s festival capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site to world-class visitor attractions and exhilarating outdoor pursuits, Edinburgh and the Lothians is a must visit on anyone s list. The Highlands really are the Scotland of your imagination - a beautiful and inspiring region of ancient landscapes with a fascinating history. Witness the amazing wildlife and take part in some thrilling outdoor pursuits. Explore the many mountains and glens, the stunning islands and stretches of coastline and follow the country s only Malt Whisky trail. Strathclyde Country Park is located in Motherwell just off the M74 motorway. It is easily accessible from Glasgow and Edinburgh International Airports. Glasgow International Airport is located 30 minutes away from Strathclyde Park. Frequent direct services are available to major hubs, such as Dubai, Copenhagen and Amsterdam, as well as New York and Toronto. It has an average of 43 flights from London every day. Edinburgh International Airport is located just 45 minutes drive from Strathclyde Park and serves over 100 destinations including New York, Toronto, Amsterdam, Brussels, Geneva, Paris, Madrid and Stockholm. There are over 100 flights from London Airports every day and numerous flights to other major cities in the UK including Birmingham, Manchester and Bristol. Carriers range from luxury to low cost and airlines such as Easyjet, Ryanair, BmiBaby and Jet2 now offer direct connections to many European destinations at extremely low costs. Central Scotland Google Maps Where to stay There are many types of accommodation close to Strathclyde Park to fit all tastes and budgets. The organising committee is currently negotiating special rates for teams and if you contact us at crc@scottish-rowing.org.uk with your requirements we will provide more details.