4:32pm Tuesday 19th December 2006
By Andy Cryer
RUSKIN School are making waves on the national scene as they lead an indoor rowing competition at the halfway stage.
The year six boys' rowing team lead the Concept 2 Schools Indoor Rowing League after setting the fastest time on the Ruskin rowing machine.
Schools from all over the country compete, timing how long it takes to row a certain distance, and the results are entered on a website.
After three events, Ruskin lead the standings but with three rounds left, they are expecting a tough challenge to their medal challenge.
Coach Paul Kiddell said: "I think the team is learning vey well, and they practise they will get even better.
"We are top of the league but there is always room for practise.
"It is a great achievement because this is a national competition but it is going to be interesting to see whether we can end up winning a gold medal, or any other medal."
See www.concept2.co.uk/league to follow Ruskin's progress on line.
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