Jamaica is one step closer to 'Row to the Olympics' in 2020. With state-of-the-art equipment from the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA), 15 new coaches and a new training facility, the Jamaica Rowing Federation (JRF) 'Boathouse' was officially opened last Sunday March 18 at the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU). Cutting the ribbon at the dedication ceremony are JRF's Secretary General Robert Scott (left), JOA President Christopher Samuda (second left), and president of CMU and JRF's Dr Fritz Pinnock (third right). With them are JRF members Donette Subron (partially hidden) Elaine Hayden (centre) and Joan Andrea Hutchinson. They are joined by Laron Williamson (para-rower) and John Parker, US-based trainer.
March 24, 2018
Photo: ROWING TO THE OLYMPICS
Jamaica is one step closer to ‘Row to the Olympics’ in 2020. With state-of-the-art equipment from the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA), 15 new coaches and a new training facility, the Jamaica Rowing Federation (JRF) ‘Boathouse’ was officially opened last Sunday March 18 at the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU). Cutting the ribbon at the dedication ceremony are JRF’s Secretary General Robert Scott (left), JOA President Christopher Samuda (second left), and president of CMU and JRF’s Dr Fritz Pinnock (third right). With them are JRF members Donette Subron (partially hidden) Elaine Hayden (centre) and Joan Andrea Hutchinson. They are joined by Laron Williamson (para-rower) and John Parker, US-based trainer.
