Speechless at trophy

I WONDERED if I could take the opportunity to say a quick thank you to all the rowers and supporters of Bexhill Rowing Club.

On Saturday night it was the Rowing Association dinner and presentation evening, held at the Cooden Beach Hotel. It was a superb evening where people from all over the south coast collected trophies for winning their championship titles - and Bexhill Rowing Club won more than their fair share having dominated the season.

At the end of the presentations,Graham Dawes - the club chairman, presented me with a very, very special trophy. It was a silver replica single sculling boat - the most beautiful trophy I have ever seen. It was mounted on a lovely wooden mount with Bexhill Club colours on the base.

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I was speechless. It took me by complete surprise and was a very moving moment for me. They awarded it in recognition of achievements for Bexhill Rowing Club over the past 22 years. However, for me it has been a real pleasure and an honour to be part of such an amazing club as Bexhill. Regardless of the event, any wins I have achieved are a team effort, especially with the support from my brother Matt, and Paul Dawes - who works so hard every year to get the most out of everyone.

This year has been the most memorable year ever, and to be awarded with such a beautiful gift at the end of it is truly a great honour and is a memory I will treasure for ever. Thank you to everyone.

MARK MITCHELL

Bexhill Rowing Club