--- title: South Queensland Schools Regatta Series Kicks Off This Weekend! description: Join us for the 2025 South Queensland Schools Regatta Series at Wyaralong Dam, uniting young rowers in an exciting and inclusive competition. image: https://mrrc.club/hubfs/IMG_9880.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://mrrc.club/blog/south-queensland-schools-regatta-series-kicks-off-this-weekend#main-content) - [+617 5408 5037](tel:+617%205408%205037) - [rowing@mrrc.club](mailto:rowing@mrrc.club) [Follow us on Facebook](https://facebook.com/maroochyriverrowing) [Follow us on instagram](https://instagram.com/maroochyriverrowingclub) [Follow us on whatsapp](https://wa.me/+61450430825) - Menu - [About](https://mrrc.club/about) - [Our Coaches](https://mrrc.club/coaches) - [Strategic Plan](https://rva5s.share.hsforms.com/2o8IQpf1bRnCfkTf8TFebHQ) - [About Rowing](https://mrrc.club/about-rowing) - UniSC BoatClub - [Events](https://www.maroochyriverrowing.com.au/events) - [News](https://mrrc.club/blog) - [Pathways](https://mrrc.club/pathways) - Club Kit - [Contact](https://mrrc.club/contact) - [Support Us](https://mrrc.club/sponsorship) [![MRRC Logo](https://mrrc.club/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%202025%20on%20white.png?width=100&height=100&name=Logo%202025%20on%20white.png "MRRC Logo")](https://mrrc.club) [Login Click to view Login](https://www.maroochyriverrowing.com.au/login) Close Click to close - [About](https://mrrc.club/about) Show submenu for About - [About Rowing](https://mrrc.club/about-rowing) - [Coaches](https://mrrc.club/coaches) - [Membership](https://www.maroochyriverrowing.com.au/registration) - [Events](https://www.maroochyriverrowing.com.au/events) - [Support Us](https://mrrc.club/sponsorship) - [News](https://mrrc.club/blog) - [Pathways](https://mrrc.club/pathways) - [Contact](https://mrrc.club/en-au/contact) - [+617 5408 5037](tel:+617%205408%205037) - [rowing@mrrc.club](mailto:rowing@mrrc.club) [Follow us on Facebook](https://facebook.com/maroochyriverrowing) [Follow us on instagram](https://instagram.com/maroochyriverrowingclub) [Follow us on whatsapp](https://wa.me/+61450430825) - Menu - [About](https://mrrc.club/about) - [Our Coaches](https://mrrc.club/coaches) - [Strategic Plan](https://rva5s.share.hsforms.com/2o8IQpf1bRnCfkTf8TFebHQ) - [About Rowing](https://mrrc.club/about-rowing) - UniSC BoatClub - [Events](https://www.maroochyriverrowing.com.au/events) - [News](https://mrrc.club/blog) - [Pathways](https://mrrc.club/pathways) - Club Kit - [Contact](https://mrrc.club/contact) - [Support Us](https://mrrc.club/sponsorship) [Login Click to view Login](https://www.maroochyriverrowing.com.au/login) [Regattas Regattas](https://mrrc.club/blog/tag/regattas) # South Queensland Schools Regatta Series Kicks Off This Weekend! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 South Queensland School Age Regatta Conference (SQSARC), kicking off this Saturday, 10 May at Wyaralong Dam! May 02, 2025 [Secretary Written by Secretary](https://mrrc.club/blog/author/secretary) 4 Min Read We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the **2025 South Queensland School Age Regatta Conference (SQSARC)**, kicking off **this Saturday, 10 May** at Wyaralong Dam! This much-anticipated regatta series, delivered by **Rowing Queensland**, brings together school-aged rowers from across South-East Queensland and Northern NSW to compete in a structured, inclusive and exciting competition environment. It’s the perfect stage for developing athletes to sharpen their skills, race against peers, and grow their love for the sport. ### 🌊 What is the SQSARC? The SQSARC is a dedicated regatta series designed for **eligible school-aged athletes** from schools and clubs across: - Sunshine Coast - Brisbane (North, Metro, South) - Gold Coast - Northern Rivers (NSW) The event caters for all levels of youth rowing with formats including: - **Traditional lane racing** - **Time trials** - **Sprint racing** Each regatta offers different events and age categories, culminating in the **Trophy Regatta** on **14 June**, where medals and trophies will be awarded. --- ### ✅ Key Eligibility - Athletes must be **12 to 19 years old** and enrolled full-time in an approved school. - No previous BSRA or GPS season rowers are eligible. - Freshmen must have **never competed** in any regatta. - Novices must be **younger than Year 8**. --- ### 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Crew Rules & Team Makeup - Athletes can row **for a club or a school**, but not both at the same regatta. - Crews may be made up of: - A single school - A club - A combination of clubs and schools - Athletes **can row up** age groups, but must apply for exemption to **row down**. --- ### 📋 Uniforms & Entries - Uniforms must follow Rowing Australia guidelines. - Transitional uniforms are permitted for all events **except** the Trophy Regatta. - Entries close **6pm on the Monday prior** to each regatta and must be submitted via Rowing Manager. --- ### 🏆 What’s at Stake? The final regatta on **14 June** will crown overall winners in several categories: - **Steve Hinchy Trophy** – Highest overall points - **Rowing Queensland Percentage Trophy** – Points corrected for squad size - **Jenny Pemberton Cup** – Best boys’ school program - **Andrew Butler Trophy** – Best girls’ school program --- ### 🛶 Event Line-Up Each age group races different boat classes and distances: - **Years 8–9**: 1000m - **Year 10**: 1500m - **Open (Yr 11–12)**: 2000m - **Freshmen & Mixed crews**: 1000m or age-appropriate distances Events include 1x, 2x, 4x(+) and 8+ boats across all year levels and genders. --- ### 📣 Let’s Go Maroochy! This is the first of **four regattas** in the series: 1. 10 May – Wyaralong 2. 24 May 3. 7 June 4. **14 June – Trophy Regatta & Medals Day** We can’t wait to see our young rowers representing the club with pride, passion, and power. Parents and supporters—your encouragement means the world. 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