Wet Weather
Given the weather in Sydney over the past few weeks it appears swimming is becoming a must-have skill as we dodge puddles and the constant rain. Just getting into the pool can be a swimming marathon!
Merrylands SwimFest
We did get a bit of a break with the weather for the Merrylands SwimFest, with a cloudy day and only a light shower at times. We had over 200 swimmers attend the SwimFest and received positive feedback about the meet again.
The golden ray of sunshine on the day was the performance of our Merrylands team of swimmers. Our team of 26 swimmers achieved 44 PB’s with 4 gold, 11 silver & 14 bronze medals won. A wonderful effort by every swimmer. Congratulations to everyone who swam. For a detailed report of the achievements see https://merrylandsasc.asn.au/news/
A big thank you to everyone who organised and helped at the SwimFest. We cannot run a meet like this without the help of our dedicated committee, parents, carers and friends.
Thank you also to our meet sponsors Club Merrylands, Starr Partners, Merrylands Swim Squad and Alpha Security Corp who kindly provided financial assistance.
Metro South West Area Championships
Last weekend we had a team of 15 swimmers represent our club at the MSW Long Course Area Championships.
Our swimmers again represented the club in outstanding fashion with PB’s, finalists, medals and Metropolitan QT’s swum. Congratulations to the team of swimmers & coaches.
COVID-19 Safety Protocols
Latest information can be found at https://merrylandsasc.asn.au/clubraces/entryconditions.aspx
March Merrylands Highlights
We have now entered the last month of our club season. How quick has the season gone. See the Upcoming Championships & Meet Calendar for the remaining events, but a couple of reminders:
- 3rd & final Whales Challenge today. Can the White team achieve a clean sweep or will the Maroon team end the season with a victory?
- A short 4 week Learn to Swim program will be run during March
- 800m Freestyle Open Championships on 12th March
- 1500m Freestyle Open Championships on 26th March
- Breakfast & last club morning on 26th March
Enjoy the last 4 weeks of club races & look forward to a Saturday sleep in come April.
Upcoming Championship & Meet Calendar
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MEET NAME
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MEET DATE
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ENTRY CLOSING
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NSW State Open Championships
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Friday 4th March
Sunday 6th March
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Closed
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MASC 800m (Open) Freestyle Championship
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Saturday 12th March
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Thursday 10th March
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Speedo Sprint Series - Finals
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Saturday 12th March
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Qualify via Heats
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NSW Senior Metropolitan Championships
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Saturday 19th March
Sunday 20th March
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Tuesday 8th March
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MASC 1500m (Open) Freestyle Championship
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Saturday 26th March
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Thursday 24th March
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NSW Junior State Age Championships
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Saturday 26th March
Sunday 27th March
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Tuesday 15th March
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MSW 5 – 8 Meet
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Saturday 2nd April
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Wednesday 23rd March
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Australian Masters Championships
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Wednesday 20th April
Saturday 23rd April
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Friday 8th April
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Australian Masters Open Water Championships
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Sunday 24th April
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Friday 8th April
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MSW Area SC Championships
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Saturday 28th May
Sunday 29th May
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TBA
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Sponsors
We receive great support from our club sponsors and we thank them for this support.
If anyone has contacts who would like to assist in sponsorship of the club please let Graham know.