Ben Rutledge

Ben Rutledge, born on November ninth, nineteen eighty, is a distinguished former Canadian Olympic rower who has transitioned into a career as a maths teacher. His rowing journey is marked by significant achievements, including being part of Canada's inaugural Men's 8+ crew that clinched a gold medal at the World Championship regatta in Seville, Spain, in two thousand two.

Rutledge's prowess in rowing continued to shine as he secured two additional gold medals at World Championships in two thousand three in Milan, Italy, and in two thousand seven in Munich, Germany. Despite facing challenges, including a fifth-place finish in the men's 8+ at the two thousand four Athens Olympics, he made a remarkable comeback.

In two thousand eight, after four years of hard work and dedication, Rutledge and his teammates—Andrew Byrnes, Kyle Hamilton, Malcolm Howard, Adam Kreek, Kevin Light, Dominic Sieterle, Jake Wetzel, and cox Brian Price—achieved Olympic glory by winning a gold medal at the Summer Olympics in Beijing, China.

In recognition of his leadership and sportsmanship, Rutledge was awarded the Bobby Gaul Memorial Trophy in two thousand six by the University of British Columbia. That same year, he also showcased his competitive spirit by teaming up with former Canada National Team rower Robert Weitemeyer and varsity athletes to win the overall Men's Championship for Storm the Wall, a prestigious relay race at the University of British Columbia.