Will Crothers, born on June fourteenth, nineteen eighty-seven, is a distinguished Canadian rower whose journey in the sport began in grade nine at KCVI, inspired by his brother. His early dedication to rowing quickly bore fruit, as he and his partner, Rob Gibson, clinched the title of Canadian high school champions in the senior coxless pair in two thousand five. That same year, Crothers was honored as the Ontario Male Athlete of the Year, a testament to his exceptional talent and hard work.
In two thousand twelve, Crothers achieved a significant milestone by winning a silver medal at the Summer Olympics in London as part of the men's eight crew. Competing alongside notable athletes such as Andrew Byrnes and Malcolm Howard, the team finished just behind the formidable German squad, showcasing their remarkable skill and teamwork.
Continuing his Olympic journey, Crothers was officially named to Canada's Olympic team in June two thousand sixteen. He competed in the men's coxless four, where the crew demonstrated resilience and determination, ultimately finishing sixth in the A-Final after successfully navigating through the heats and semifinals.
Most recently, Crothers represented Canada at the two thousand twenty Summer Olympics, where he again participated in the men's coxless four. The Canadian crew put forth a commendable effort, finishing eighth overall, further solidifying Crothers' legacy in the sport of rowing.