Born and raised on the Island, Ms Manton plays a pivotal role in enhancing the vibrancy of Brentwood. From the basketball court and the volleyball court to the Brentwood waters, her coaching has undeniably pushed Brentwood students to foster the same competitive mindset she has. Ms Manton has inspired me, as a Brentwood rower, in…
During Brentwood Regatta, students of the Environmental Advocacy class and the BEAT (Brentwood Environmental Action Team) took responsibility for waste management around campus including out on Campbell Common by the Regatta booths. The booths were very successful and, as a result, lots of waste was created. It’s important to have waste management stations around campus…
This weekend, Brentwood rowers will be participating in the Shawnigan Lake School Regatta, their final event before heading to St Catharines for the CSSAR National Championships. Here is one’s rower’s reflection on her experience. To be a rower is to embrace a unique blend of discipline, endurance, and teamwork. It’s not just about propelling a…
The sun shines its dazzling rays over lustrous Mill Bay waters, casting the illusion of stars glistening in the blue. Amidst this, warm chatter and music fill the Brentwood campus, creating a welcoming atmosphere for visiting family, alumni, schools and clubs. Behind the scenes, Brentwood students work tirelessly, like cogs in a massive machine, to…
Through the weekend of March 2-3, the Brentwood Rowers took part in the annual Elk Lake Regatta in Victoria. As the first regatta of the season after a challenging off-season training regime in the winter, the rowers eagerly awaited this weekend. “This regatta not only signifies the hard work our rowers have put in, it…
Last weekend, the Brentwood rowers faced the elements with grit, overcoming rain, enduring pain, and achieving gains as they proudly represented Brentwood in two contrasting regattas: The Head of the Lake and The Frostbite Regatta. The Frostbite Regatta posed a challenging 1000m sprint, while The Head of the Lake Regatta unfolded as an incredible, strategic…
For the past 23 years, Brentwood has hosted Green Lake Crew for a training camp. Four boats, three days, two programs, and one goal: find boat speed. The 18 Green Lake athletes from the Men’s and Women’s 8+ dispersed across Allard, Whittall, and Ellis Houses, hosted by the Brentwood rowers. From Friday, October 13 to…