Caden Coleman of Offaly Rowing Club participating in his first ever scull race, in which he placed second.

Offaly rowers compete at Lough Rinn event

Offaly rowers took to the waters of Lough Rinn, Leitrim, on Saturday last, June 29.

Lough Rinn’s breath-taking views made it a wonderful day out for rowers and their families. The sun was shining, and all rowers had a fantastic day.

Ciara Chambers, J15, in action at Lough Rinn.

Results of the club's participants were as follows:

* MJ14 Caden Coleman 2nd Place

* WJ14 Anna Walsh 6th Place

* MJ14 Quad (Caden Coleman, David Mooney, Finn Lowry, Daniel Lambe) 5th Place

* MJ15 Cian Craven 4th Place

* MJ15 Oran Sampson 5th Place

* MJ15 Quad (John McDonald, Oran Sampson, Cian Craven, Caden Coleman) 6th Place

* WJ15 Katelyn Taylor 5th Place

* WJ15 Ciara Chambers 4th Place

Katelyn Taylor, J18, focused and enjoying the water.

Offaly Rowing Club would like to invite new rowers to try the sport out.

The club is offering a trial membership of €50, in which new members receive one-to-one instruction on how to row.

This can be deducted from annual membership if you wish to continue.