Tag: swimming
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PILOT SWIMMING PROGRAM FOR THE NORTH COAST’S MOST ELITE
The North Coast Academy of Sport has launched a new swimming program in Lismore this week. Around 30 swimmers, surf life savers and triathletes will be selected as part of the pilot program led by a former Olympic and Paralympic coach.
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TERRIFIC TYLAH LEADS THE WAY TO NATIONAL CHAMPS
The North Coast’s Tylah Crabtree is setting the standard in the sport for 20-19. The 13-year-old from the Trinity club in Lismore is determined to post her best results yet at this year’s National Championships.
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FRASER-HOLMES BACK HOME AFTER A PODIUM FINISH IN CHINA
He’s back home after a podium finish in China, his first time competing since his one-year ban from swimming. Thomas Fraser-Holmes has the 2020 Olympics firmly in his sights, but for now it’s all about inspiring the next generation of Olympians.
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SUCCESSFUL RETURN FOR THOMAS FRASER-HOLMES
The Hunter’s Thomas Fraser-Holmes has made a successful return to swimming’s international arena, bagging a silver medal in the men’s 400 metre individual medley at the world short-course championships in China. It’s the first time he’s competed since the Rio Olympics, after being banned for 12 months for missing three random drug tests. (VISION ONLY)
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LISMORE SWIMMERS SHINE IN NORTH COAST CHAMPS
Far North Coast swimmers already have plenty to celebrate, taking home 150 medals at the Long Course Championships in Coffs Harbour last month. But there’s no rest for these superstars – they’re getting in some last-minute training ahead of the state championships.
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FREE SWIM LESSONS ON OFFER TO STOP DROWNING DEATHS
Learning to swim is an important skill, but a startling number of Gold Coast children aren’t being given basic lessons. Now, a new campaign by former Australian swim coach Laurie Lawrence will look to change that, helping families take advantage of free classes.
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PORT SWIMMING CLUB SECURES COUNTRY REGIONALS
Swimmers from all over New South Wales will journey to Port Macquarie next year, for the Country Regional meet. It’ll be the first time the club hosts the event, but lane space could prove a problem.
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THORPE MAKES A SPLASH IN PORT MACQUARIE
There was more buzz than usual at Port Macquarie pool today, as one of the biggest names in Australian swimming dropped in. Ian Thorpe was promoting a new program, aimed at getting more kids involved in the sport.
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LEONHARDT IN HOT FORM AT NATIONALS
Port Macquarie swimming sensation Paige Leonhardt has again impressed in the pool, booking a spot in the finals of the Australian Championships. The 16-year-old Paralympian placed fourth in the 100-metre multi-class butterfly this morning, shaving more than two seconds off the Australia S10 record for her age group, which she previously held. Leonhardt will return…
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EVERINGHAM MAKING A SPLASH AT AUS TITLES
Port Macquarie swimmer Mekayla Everingham has missed out on qualifying for the World Titles in the 100 metre breaststroke. The 19-year-old placed 12th in her preliminary heat at the Australian Championships this morning. It followed an impressive 8th place finish in last night’s 50 metre final. Everingham will have one last shot at qualifying in…