Talent 2016: Tall and Talented
Talent 2016 Ambassadors Victoria Thornley and Andy Hodge
David Tyrrell
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Introducing an exciting initiative to find the next generation of Olympic gold medallists with the drive and passion to succeed in rowing and basketball.
If you are…
- Aged between 15 and 22 years old
- Exceptionally tall (men over 190cm and women over 180cm)
- Competing in any sport at a MINIMUM of county/regional level
- Quick, agile and skilful AND/OR fit, powerful and strong
- Mentally tough and competitive
- Up for a once in a lifetime opportunity to become part of Britain’s sporting elite
…then we want to hear from you!
No prior experience in rowing, basketball or any specific sport is required. We are looking for raw sporting talent with the capacity to develop under the guidance of elite level coaches in a world class training environment.
Applications are now closed. Take a look at answers to frequently asked questions about the campaign. You can register your interest in future Talent 2016 campaigns. Follow all our talent campaigns on the UK Sport page on Facebook.
- Phase Two Testing - Rowing
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