The International Dragon Boat Federation welcomes the BCS survivor crews and is delighted to promote breast cancer awareness by providing a platform for the crews.

This category of special interest racing is obviously growing and we need to clarify a few points to ensure there are no misunderstandings. 

• Whilst the IDBF has approved the inclusion of BCS races in conjunction with IDBF Championship events, these are NOT formal World Championship Races.

• The aim of the BCS races is to promote breast cancer awareness in the countries in which the races are held rather than provide strong competition.

• BCS crews must be familiar with & comply with the IDBF Rules of Racing and Competition Regulations.

• BCS crews are not required to go through a selection process in their own country but must be sanctioned by their IDBF Member Association, where one exists.

• BCS crews cannot wear the same uniform as their country's sport racing team but will race in their own crew colours at any IDBF sanctioned event.

• BCS crews cannot claim to be part of the Representative Team for their country or territory, at a World Dragon Boat Racing Championships (WDBRC).

• Winners of the BCS races cannot claim to be World Champions in their category.

Breast Cancer Survivor crews provide a colour and flamboyant addition to our exciting sport. The IDBF Council looks forward to further developing the relationships between BCS crews and the sport as a whole, through BSC representation at both National and International level.

Signed

Mike HASLAM

IDBF Executive President

30 Sept 2002