Oxford University Boat Club recently announced the election of their new Presidents for the 2025 Boat Race campaign.
Annie Anezakis is Women’s President and Tom Mackintosh is the Men’s President.
Annie Anezakis
Annie rowed for St Catherine’s School and Mercantile Rowing Club in Australia before studying at Princeton University. Annie was a key member of both the 2022 and 2024 Women’s Blue Boats. Annie is currently studying Medicine at Pembroke College.
“It’s a huge honour to be named Oxford Women’s President for the upcoming season. I’ve loved being a part of this Club for the last few years and am committed to continue building on our strong foundations. I look forward to working with my teammates, coaches and the men’s team to make this one of the best years yet for Dark Blue.”
Tom Mackintosh
Tom will arrive in Oxford following Paris 2024, where he will be racing as the New Zealand single sculler. Tom started rowing at school rowing for Hawke’s Bay Rowing Club and studied at University of Canterbury and Massey University. At Oxford, Tom will be studying for the MBA at the Säid Business School. Tom is a seasoned athlete, he was crowned Olympic Champion from the New Zealand men’s eight in Tokyo and World Championship bronze medalist in the single scull in 2023.
“It’s a true honour to represent the OUBC as the President for the upcoming season.
Since my novice (2012) season, I’ve watched the OUBC from afar and to be part of the Club is incredibly exciting. I’d like to recognise the strength of the other candidates and also express my gratitude to the Club for this vote of confidence. To be involved in a club with such history and tradition is a genuine privilege and I’m looking forward to the 2024/25 season”
Annie and Tom will bring exceptional talent and leadership to the Oxford squads for the 2024/25 season. Congratulations to them both for their appointment and good luck to Tom for Paris 2024!