The W.H. Pincott Club Inc. was established in 1963 to further the interests of rowing at Geelong Grammar School, in every way possible. Only five men and the rowing master attended the first meeting – but the Club has now grown to over 1,500 members.
Still operating with a very small committee, the W.H. Pincott Club Inc. exemplifies what can be achieved by an active and enthusiastic group of supporters. The Club has involved itself in the activities of the Geelong Grammar School Boat Club with ever increasing commitment.
W.H. (Pinny) Pincott coached the Geelong Grammar School (GGS) first VIII from 1924 until 1944, and continued to support his successors actively until his death at the age of 79 in 1955. During this period, GGS was Head of the River six times.
W.H. Pincott attended GGS from 1886 until 1894. He was a prefect, he captained the first XVIII as well as playing in the first XI. He later played League football with Geelong.
For many years, W.H. Pincott rowed with the Barwon Club. However coaching was his real interest and he coached many Barwon senior crews, a Melbourne University VIII and on occasions, the Geelong College crew. It is for his sincerity and simplicity of approach and for his great influence on coaches and the coaching of rowing that he will long be remembered.
The W.H. Pincott Club Inc. is proud to have provided the Boat Club with:
• boats and oars
• boat trailer
• ergometers
• part of the Fairbairn Centre
• video recorders
• rating watches
• coaches’ bicycles
• interstate trips for crews
• many other forms of support, both tangible and intangible
President: Jess Barber
Vice-President: Bill Pincott (Cu’91)
Hon. Treasurer: Ed Gill (Cu’68)
Hon. Secretary: Kim Baker
Committee Member: James Bufton (Cu’89), Sam Pirenc (Bright, Cl’89)
Past Presidents: Chris Ward (Cu’87) (2019 – 2024), Clive Jamieson (M’85) (2015 – 2019), Peter Thompson (M’77) (2013 – 2015), Mandy Catanach (Je’80) (2010 – 2013), Hugh Robertson (FB’77) (2008 – 2010), Ralph Wilson (2005 – 2008), Tim Young (FB’73) (2004 – 2005), Will James (P’85) (2001 – 2004), Tim Young (FB’73) (1990 – 2001), Garth Manton (P’48) (1976 – 1990), Ian Douglas QC (Cu’53) (1973 – 1976), John Rowe AM (M’49) (1967 – 1973), John Bell (P’24) (Inaugural President, 1963 – 1967).
Rowing Handbook – compiled 2006
Records and Rowing History – compiled 2021
The W.H. Pincott Club is working hard to assist the School to continually upgrade the GGS Boat Club fleet and ancillary equipment and has registered with the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) to assist with these much needed purchases. Through this agreement, donations to the ASF are tax deductible. This is a great way to contribute to the development of sport, support the growth of the Club and receive a tax deduction for your donation.
The Australian Sports Foundation Ltd. was established by the Australian Government to assist organisations in raising funds through donations for the development of sport in Australia. In accordance with the ASF’s listing in the Income Tax Assessment Act (1997) (div 30, s30-90), donations of $2 or more to the ASF are tax deductible.
Donors must contribute unconditionally to the ASF, however their structure makes it possible for you to nominate a preferred beneficiary for your donation, in this case the W.H. Pincott Club Fund. All grants issued to the W.H. Pincott Club will be used to improve the quality and quantity of the equipment: GGS Boat Club’s boats, oars and other requirements.
Donations can be made by cash, cheque (made payable to the Australian Sports Foundation) or credit card. Any contribution is valued, whatever the amount, and the ASF will issue official tax receipts to substantiate your taxation claim.
Individual membership is by a one-off subscription only and is open to anyone who is interested in promoting rowing at the School, including current Year 12 Rowers. The membership comes with a distinctive pin.
Click to pay for the WH Pincott Club Membership online
Once your Membership online payment has been received, you will be contacted via email by the Honorary Secretary of the Club in order to confirm Membership details.
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For more information or to contact the Pincott Club Committee, please email Iga Bajer, Support Group Coordinator via supportgroups@ggs.vic.edu.au