Georgia Sweeney
Squads
About Georgia:
What course are you studying and what level?
MBiomedsci Biomedical Sciences
Why did you chose that course?
I have always been interested in science but the coronavirus pandemic inspired me to study biomedical sciences, with a particular focus on viruses and immunology.
When, where and why did you start rowing? And what do you love about the sport?
I did a little bit of competitive indoor rowing early in secondary school, competing in the Kent School Games and attending NJIRC but my nearest boat club was too far away and eventually knee issues limited me. I started rowing when I joined Oxford in 2021, initially just to tick it off the Oxford bucket list but fell in love with the sport and my college team. The main thing I love about rowing is the community but also the fact that it is such a rewarding sport when things go right.
What was your first rowing club and coach?
St Hilda’s College Boat Club and Tony Mallett
What or who was the earliest sporting inspiration you remember as a child?
Watching the 2012 olympics
How has rowing and being part of the Boat Race squad impacted your life?
Rowing, especially with my college, has really helped me get through my degree. When things get stressful it is so nice to be able to switch off from the academics and get some endorphins from a training session. Also, the friends I have made from rowing have had such a positive impact on my life.
If you weren’t a rower, what sport do you think you’d excel at?
Literally none, I’ve never really been good at a sport before.
What is your favourite non-academic book?
The Percy Jackson series
