WINNING! – In Memory Of John Wood (1950-2013)

This film is dedicated to the memory of John Wood (1950-2013)

Paddles flash, spray flies and waves of colourful jerseys surge across the screen as young athletes in 15-person war canoes stroke towards a national championship.

Olympic Silver Medallist John Wood and coach Mac Hickox provide a stimulating insight into the philosophy, rigorous training and total commitment of a world champion canoeist.

For young people, this film offers a motivational introduction to a challenging summer sport.

For the general viewer, WINNING! presents a refreshing view of young athletes exhilarating in the pure joy of effort.