UNIVERSITY graduate Rebecca Crowther is undertaking the biggest challenge of her life.

Crowther has been training in the crew of the UK women’s quad in preparation for the European Universities Championship Regatta in Croatia.

When the 22-year-old joins accountants Horwath Clark Whitehill as a trainee next month, she will rejoin Worcester Rowing Club.

Crowther hopes to play a leading role in the revival of women’s rowing at the club at national level.

A Worcester girl, educated in Kidderminster, she explained: “I only started rowing when I went to university and loved it so much I decided to take it seriously.

“You have to be dedicated and give up much of your social life to achieve success at national level in rowing, which is the ultimate team sport.

“We train four or five days a week, have bonded as a crew and developed a sense of responsibility towards one another — that means always being there for training.”

Horwath Clark Whitehill staff partner Dave Darlaston said: “Rebecca’s self-discipline will serve her well in her professional career, as well as in her sporting endeavours.”