The Kempsey River Rats had a very successful trip to Mylestom on the weekend, as they were able to win in every division in the Coffs Coast Dragon Boat Regatta.
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Their declining membership resulted in the Rats only having a full team in the Mixed Division but the South West Rocks Dragon Boat side, the Dragons On The Rocks are in a similar predicament and the two clubs merged for the women’s and men’s divisions.
The men’s side dug deep to be victorious with only 7 men out of a possible 10 in their boat, whilst the women were just as strong as they claimed victory by a short margin, as a photo finish was required.
There was 12 clubs competing on the day and it is a huge effort from both clubs, with the blending of the Rats and the Rocks proving to be a successful alliance.
The Kempsey Macleay Drgaon Boat Club will be having a "Come & Try Day" on Saturday October 8 from 9:30am to 12:30pm at the boat ramp Riverside Park.
The day will give an opportunity for anyone to have a go at this competitive sport, which will take you up and down the coast, interstate and even overseas. Paddle and life jacket’s are supplied, so grab a friend and come on down.
The Club will be hosting its own regatta on Sunday 16th October from 8:00am in front of the Kempsey Macleay RSL. The regatta will be a 10s crew only racing, the first of its kind on the north coast.
For any further information regarding the Kempsey River Rats, please contact Deirdre on 0409667372.
