In February 2006, he announced his decision to retire from competitive rowing.

In 1960 Melvin retired from competitive rowing to concentrate on his career.

In later years he returned to competitive rowing as a veteran oarsman and sculler.

The lower part of the river features Lake Barrington, which is a major venue for competitive rowing.

This may have first given him the idea to take up competitive rowing as a means to make more money and help support his wife and child.

A single scull is a rowing boat used in the sport of competitive rowing.

A zephyr is a garment worn in competitive rowing.

An eight is a rowing boat used in the sport of competitive rowing.

Neptune has a strong history in competitive rowing.

Ann continued competitive rowing until she was in her sixties.