16/06/2026
It is with great pleasure that we announce the appointment of Pembrokeโs next Head of Rowing, old scholar Ms Amanda Tidswell (1982).
Many in the community will know Amanda as the current Head of Rowing at Seymour College, where she has demonstrated excellence in leading a complex and high performing Rowing Program. Under her leadership, Seymour's Rowing Program achieved significant success at Head of the River, state and national regattas, and was recognised as the Schoolgirl Rowing Program of the Year in consecutive years.
Amanda brings a remarkable breadth of experience to the role. She has served as a competitor, coach, administrator, parent and Head of Rowing, giving her a unique perspective on the needs of athletes, families, coaches and schools. Across more than four decades of coaching, she has worked successfully at school, club, state, national and international levels, and her referees consistently spoke of her professionalism, integrity, generosity and unwavering commitment to supporting young people to achieve their best.
Amanda is no stranger to Pembroke. As an old scholar and former Lead Coach within our Rowing Program, this appointment represents a wonderful homecoming. Her understanding of our community, combined with her extensive experience leading large Rowing programs, place her in an excellent position to build upon the strong foundations already established at Pembroke.
Amanda will commence at Pembroke in mid-July, and we know our Rowing community will warmly welcome her.
