Rotorua's George Snook named 2021 Whitewater Grom of the Year 20 Apr, 2021 10:20 PM 3 minutes to read Canoe slalom paddler George Snook grew up on the water. Photo / Rod Hill For any athlete targeting overseas competition, the Covid-19 pandemic has ensured these remain uncertain times. When you don't know exactly what the future holds, or which specific event you should be aiming for, all you have to fall back on is your own motivation and enjoyment of the sport. That's where George Snook comes into his own. The Okere Falls canoe slalom and whitewater paddler was recently named 2021 Whitewater Grom of the Year. Entrants send in a highlight reel from their 2020/21 seasons and about 500 of the top kayakers in the world vote for the winners.