Rowers Go Next Level with Tech-Powered Wins!

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May 13
1 min read

When you're slicing through the water in a tight race, every second and every stroke counts. That’s why we were thrilled to back Ballarat High School Rowing with a Community Investment Grant to purchase new Cox Boxes and GPS units for their rowing crews.

The results? Three bronze medals and a whole new level of insight and precision for crews and coaches alike!

The new tech made its debut at the State Championships, where the senior boys div 2 and year 10 boys div 1 crews both took home bronze medals in the B and C grade men’s divisions. Meanwhile, the year 9 girls div 1 crew also grabbed a bronze at the Head of School Girls Regatta.

But it’s not just about medals (although we love those too). These devices have brought:

✅ Better communication between coxes and crews ✅ Real-time data to help rowers refine their technique ✅ Powerful feedback tools for coaches to level up the training experience

Ballarat High School Rowing’s Robert Simmonds summed it up perfectly. “These new units have been a game changer for our rowers and coaches. These will be a great help going into pre-season training next year.”

We’re proud to support young athletes in their pursuit of excellence—on the water and beyond. Here's to even more wins (and even better teamwork) in the 2025/26 season!