Dear Blacker Society Members,

You are cordially invited to join us at Balliol’s boathouse for Summer Eights 2010, 26th – 29th May, for what promises to be four days of intense racing, rivalry and competition.

The Men’s 1st VIII, currently fourth on the river, will be facing tough challenges in the top division. After winning blades in Torpids, the Women’s 1st VIII have the potential to become Head of the River, which would be the first Headship for the Balliol Women. Both Clubs will also be entering a second boat, which will provide lots of bumping excitement. The crews have been training hard all year, and support from fellow Balliolites on the bank is always appreciated. There is nothing better than hearing a College cheer from Boathouse Island in the last 500m of the race!

We encourage you to join us at the river, where there will be a bar serving refreshments for the duration of the events. If you are unable to attend Summer Eights, you can keep up-to-date by visiting our website, bcbc.co.uk, where we will provide live commentary as events unfold.

We also invite you to attend the Boat Club’s dinner, following Saturday’s races. Drinks will commence at 7pm in the Fellow’s Garden, followed by dinner at 8pm in Hall. Please R.S.V.P. to Katie Jones, kathryn.jones@balliol.ox.ac.uk, by Friday 21st May with any dietary requirements.

Gordouli Members are also reminded of the upcoming Gordouli Dinner, further details at www.bcbc.co.uk/gordouli-dinner/

We look forwards to seeing you all on the banks of the Isis, and we promise to do Balliol proud.

Best wishes,

Brianna MacLean
Blacker Society