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Welcome to the BDA Website |
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The British Dragon Boat Racing Association is the governing body of dragon boat racing in Great Britain. Dragon boat racing is one of the fastest growing and most exciting water sports you can take part in. The BDA is responsible for all aspects of the sport from community development up to managing British teams racing abroad. It runs a National League calendar for racing crews all round the country together with the National Championships held annually at the National Water Sports Centre. |
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The recent BDA Awards ceremony and birthday celebration were a great success with music and discussion into the early hours. The guests of honour, Rachel Smith and Lin Griesel, shared their experience of crossing the Atlantic in a craft even smaller than a dragonboat. Nottingham in October was a pussy cat in comparison! This was the inaugural presentation of annual awards honouring athletes, teams, coaches and movers and shakers alike. Congratulations to the following BDA members who were honoured this year: Under 18 Athlete of the Year 2008 - Sam Richardson
Personality of the Year 2008 - Les Sibley
Athlete of the Year 2008 - Trisha Corless
Crew of the Year 2008 - Amathus
International Excellence 2008 - GB Senior Open
Special Award 2008 - Malcolm Orgill for his work with schools and under 18 development
Outstanding Contribution to the Sport 2008 - Joanne and Paul Griffiths
Outstanding Service to the Sport - John Griffiths
Fellowships: Julie Doyle
Nigel Leigh
Brian Hoare
Merklyn Hauck
Chris Hare
Mike Thomas
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