The 2025 Irish Rowing Championships concluded today under slightly breezy conditions, wrapping up a weekend of outstanding competition and celebration of Irish rowing talent.
The final morning of the 2025 Irish Rowing Championships saw strong performances across multiple categories. Mags Cremen claimed victory in the Women’s Senior Single Sculls for UCC Rowing Club, while Fintan McCarthy secured the Men’s Senior Single Sculls title for Skibbereen Rowing Club. Enniskillen Royal Boat Club added to their weekend success with a win in the Women’s Junior 18 Eight, following their triumph in the men’s equivalent on Saturday.
Dublin University Ladies Boat Club earned the top spot in the Women’s Intermediate Coxed Four, and Commercial Rowing Club took the win in the Men’s Club 2 Eight. The University of Galway delivered an impressive showing with victories in both the Men’s Intermediate Coxed Four and the Men’s Intermediate Double. In the Junior 16 Single Sculls, Sam Wheeler O’Brien of Skibbereen Rowing Club finished first.
In the evening session, Queen’s University Belfast Boat Club continued their strong run in the novice categories with a win in the Novice Men’s Eight. St Michael’s secured a dominant victory in the Junior 18 Men’s Double Sculls, while Monahan of Shandon Boat Club led from the front in the Junior 16 Women’s Single Scull. Methodist College Boat Club added to their success with a win in the Women’s Junior 18 Coxless Quad. The highlight of the evening was the Senior Eights, with UCD Boat Club claiming victory in the Men’s race and the University of Galway Boat Club finishing first in the Women’s event.
Michelle Carpenter, CEO of Rowing Ireland commented on the weekend:
“Seeing the National Rowing Centre full of smiles this weekend meant so much. Our athletes, clubs, coaches, volunteers, and supporters all play a role in making moments like this possible. This event marked the end of a season of success, and it was a true celebration of everyone involved in rowing in Ireland. I’m incredibly proud of the Rowing Ireland staff, the Championships Committee, our dedicated and committed Rowing Ireland board, and every volunteer who brought it all to life. We were honoured to welcome Taoiseach Micheál Martin to the Finish Line Lunch, where he presented commemorative pieces to the 1975 Women’s crew in recognition of their lasting impact on Irish rowing. A heartfelt thank you as well to our sponsors and event partners, whose support helps make these moments happen.”
Speaking over the weekend, Donal Cronin, Chair of the Irish Rowing Championship Committee, said:
"We’re incredibly proud of how this year’s Irish Rowing Championships came together. From the record number of entries to the seamless execution across all three days, it was a true celebration of our sport. I want to thank the clubs, athletes, coaches, volunteers, and officials who made it all possible – their dedication and passion are what continue to elevate this event year after year.”
See the full results here.
