Grace Forward

Nationality: GBR Height: 173cm
Course
College Jesus
University Cambridge
Status
Role Rower

About Grace:

What course are you studying and what level?

BA Natural Sciences

Why did you chose that course?

Interest and employability.

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

I started rowing in 2024 at Jesus College Boat Club and I love the people and structure it provides.

What was your first rowing club and coach?

Jesus College Boat Club with Jonathan Conder

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

I do not remember anyone in particular but my family encouraged each other to pursue sport.

How has rowing and being part of the Boat Race squad impacted your life?

I have not been here long, but I am enjoying the standard of training and holistic set up of the program.

If you weren’t a rower, what sport do you think you’d excel at?

Triathlon

What is your favourite non-academic book?

The Gruffalo