Barbara Wilson Appointed as Deputy Chair, Sport Committee

British Rowing is delighted to confirm the appointment of Barbara Wilson as Deputy Chair of the Sport Committee.

Commenting on this appointment, Nick Hubble, Chair of the Sport Committee said, “We’re delighted to welcome Barbara as Deputy Chair of the Sport Committee.  Barbara brings  a broad experience and deep understanding of the rowing community which will be invaluable at an important time for the sport.”

Barbara first became involved in rowing through learning to row at City of Oxford Rowing Club before quickly becoming involved in a wide range of volunteering roles at the club including Chairman of the Regatta.  Outside of her club, Barbara has been involved in a variety of professional and volunteer roles in the sport including roles with JIRR, Henley Women’s Regatta, the Women’s Head, Oxford University Boat Club and the Power8 Sprints.

Currently Barbara is Deputy Chair of the Thames Region and also Chair of the British Rowing Offshore Championships and British Rowing Beach Sprints Championships.