Sea Cadets AC Jade, AC Tempany, OC Ella and AC Ryan, who attend Maidenhead Sea Cadet unit, have achieved kayaking success at the recent National Combined Regatta, held at London’s Excel centre.
AC Jade and AC Tempany set the day up with a winning mentality by storming home in 1st position, in the Senior Girls 2km double race. OC Ella then followed this up with a win in both her Junior Girl 2km and 500m single races – the latter as a returning champion. AC Ryan also took on a strong field and finished in a respectable 4th place in the toughest race of the day, the Senior Boys 2km single.
The 14-16 year olds’ achievements are part of a national programme of events that saw them have to qualify through local and regional qualifiers, in order to get the chance to compete against other cadets from all over the UK, including representatives from Scotland and Northern Ireland.
AC Tempany said: “Getting to a National Sea Cadet competition is really difficult as our region is really strong, but I am very proud at being able to have made it there and coming first was something special. I have enjoyed this summer on the water with the Unit and would recommend any young cadet to take up kayaking, as it gives you lots of confidence.”
“During my time at Sea Cadets we have progressed up the ranks and have enjoyed lots of activities, such as sailing, rowing, powerboating, offshore sailing, and also first aid. I would encourage young people to join Sea Cadets as it gives them a chance to meet new people.”
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