About Ellie :

When, where and why did you start rowing? And what do you love about the sport?

At my school BMS about 3 years ago, I started because the other option for winter sports was hockey and I hated hockey!

What was your first rowing club and coach?

Bedford modern school rowing club, Mark Bavington first coach

What or who was the earliest sporting inspiration you remember as a child?

My mums friend who did a lot of triathalons and long running races and things who I called “medal Jane”

What sport did you prioritise growing up?

I swam until I was about 16 at linslade crusaders swimming club

What is your favourite non-academic book?

Black box thinking

What is your dream job? Or what do you aspire to do once you complete your studies?

Aerospace engineer