What a season it’s been so far. Week 17 brings a fantastic mix of Championship racing, handicap finals, and butterfly heats—so get ready for another big Saturday at the pool.
🏆 This Week’s Race Program
CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT
200m Freestyle Championship
FINALS – TOM WILLIAMS 50m FREESTYLE (Handicap)
Mens Final
Womens Final
The finalists for the Tom Williams 50m Freestyle Handicap – are as follows:
ID
Name
2025
Conor MCLEAN
1324
Yunos YAQUB
1144
Andrew SVOBODA
1492
Ian ALLAN
12
Thomas PACEY
The finalists for the Tom Williams 50m Freestyle Handicap – Women’s are as follows:
ID
Name
2033
Charlotte BAIDJURAK
1793
Pia PASSARELLI
2014
Clare HOOPER
HEATS – FRED CONGDON 50m BUTTERFLY (Handicap)
All swimmers encouraged to take part—always a crowd favourite.
Make sure you’re registered for your events via TeamApp as soon as possible so the race desk can prepare the program smoothly.
🔥 Battle on the Bay – Sunday 8 March
The countdown is on. Battle on the Bay returns on Sunday 8 March, and we want a massive Drummoyne turnout. This is our chance to take on Leichhardt and the other local clubs with real force.
Please register your races via TeamApp as soon as possible
More details on fees, schedule, and activities will be shared as soon as they’re confirmed
Let’s show up in numbers and make our presence felt.
📣 Important Reminders for All Swimmers
1. Check your registration status
Please ensure your club registration is current. If you’re unsure, now is the time to double‑check.
2. Entry fees on Saturday mornings
All swimmers and spectators must pay entry at the gate each Saturday. This is a requirement from the pool, so please come prepared.
3. Weekday morning squads – 6:00 am
Our club squads run every weekday morning at 6 am, and everyone is encouraged to join. It’s a great way to build fitness, sharpen technique, and train alongside your clubmates.
As we dive into Week 16 of our summer racing season, we’re lining up for a special Saturday at Drummoyne Swimming Centre. With Valentine’s Day upon us, we’re hoping to feel the love in the pool—ideally in the form of fast times, big finishes, and maybe even a new championship record or two.
Race 1 – 100m Freestyle Championship
We open the morning with one of the blue‑riband events of the season: the 100m Freestyle Championship. This race always delivers excitement, and with Valentine’s Day energy in the air, we’re hoping our swimmers channel that passion straight into the water. A perfect moment for someone to etch their name into the club’s record books.
Race 2 – Tom Brown 50m Backstroke (Handicap) Trophy – Finals
Our second event is one of the club’s most prestigious trophy races: the Tom Brown 50m Backstroke Handicap Trophy. This trophy honours Tom Brown, grandfather of long‑time club member and dedicated club coach Lynette Brown.
Alex Sellars – great great grandson of Tom Brown will be gunning for the trophy this summer!
Finalists
Here are the finalists. Make sure to check it out and support your favourites on race day.
ID
Name
111
Phil HAYWARD
1324
Yunos YAQUB
1157
Alex SELLARS
1492
Ian ALLAN
1798
Belle PATON
1469
Tony VAN SCHAIK
1757
Fergus BERESFORD-HARVEY
12
Thomas PACEY
Race 3 – 200m Medley
We wrap up the morning with the 200m Medley, a true test of versatility and endurance. It’s always a crowd‑pleaser and a great way to finish the session.
Battle on the Bay – Coming Soon
The annual Battle on the Bay carnival is shaping up to be another fantastic afternoon of friendly rivalry and community spirit. Drummoyne will once again take on our neighbours from Leichhardt, Ashfield, and Enfield in a fun, fast‑paced inter‑club meet.
Provisional date:7 March
Venue:Leichhardt
Status: Awaiting final confirmation
Once the date and details are locked in, we’ll call for swimmer nominations and share everything you need to know. It’s always a highlight of the season, so keep the afternoon free.
Pool Entry Reminder
A friendly reminder to all swimmers and families: Please ensure pool entry fees are paid when attending all club meets and squad sessions at Drummoyne Swimming Centre. Your support helps us continue running a smooth, well‑resourced program for everyone.
Week 15 brings us an exciting lineup featuring our 400m Freestyle CHAMPIONSHIP along with the progression of two prestigious trophy races:
Race Order:
CHAMPIONSHIP – 400m Freestyle
Tom Williams 50m Freestyle (H’cap) – HEATS
Bill Gallie 50m Breaststroke (H’cap) – FINAL
400M Championships
The 400M Freestyle Championship race is open to all swimmers from Seniors down to the U12 age group. There will of course be an Open final after the age group races. So, if you’re a likely finalist make sure you have something left in the tank…
We’ll have shorter races for the youngsters and the oldies who don’t wish to do 400M.
The Bill Gallie Trophy
The Bill Gallie Trophy is awarded to the winner of the 50m Breaststroke Handicap Event. The trophy was first awarded in the 1990-91 season.
As we approach the Final of the Bill Gallie 50m Breaststroke (H’cap), it’s fitting to remember the man behind this prestigious trophy. Bill Gallie was a cornerstone of Drummoyne Swimming Club, whose dedication and service to the club left an indelible mark on our community. His commitment to fostering excellence in breaststroke swimming and nurturing generations of swimmers made him a beloved figure at the club. The Bill Gallie Trophy stands as a testament to his legacy and the values he embodied – sportsmanship, dedication, and a love for competitive swimming.
Mark your calendars! The Battle of the Bay is scheduled for Saturday afternoon, 7th March at Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre.
This historic inter-club rivalry has been a highlight of Sydney’s swimming calendar for over a decade, bringing together clubs from around the bay in a spirited day of competition and camaraderie. What began as a friendly challenge between neighbouring clubs has evolved into one of the most anticipated events on our racing calendar, showcasing swimmers of all ages and abilities in a true test of club spirit and individual excellence.
More information coming soon including registration details and how to nominate your race events. Stay tuned!
Club Membership – Register Now!
If you haven’t already done so, please formally register as a member of Drummoyne Swimming Club through Swim Central. Official membership ensures you’re covered for all club activities, eligible for championship events, and helps us continue to grow our swimming community.
Don’t delay – get registered today!
Club Squads
Our regular squad sessions continue to provide excellent training opportunities for swimmers of all levels. Whether you’re preparing for championship races or looking to improve your technique and fitness, our qualified coaches are here to help you achieve your goals. Check the club website or contact us for squad times and details.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
We extend our sincere gratitude to our valued sponsors who make it possible for us to maintain our facilities, host quality racing events, and continue our proud club traditions:
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST SPONSOR! We’re thrilled to announce that Glassy Solutions has come on board as a new club sponsor. Please join us in welcoming them to the Drummoyne Swimming Club family!
Your support of these local businesses helps them continue their support of our club. When you need their services, remember who supports your swimming!
We have an exciting lineup of events for all our swimmers this week. Whether you’re competing in the championship events or continuing your series, there’s something for everyone to look forward to.
Race Schedule 100M Butterfly Championship We kick off the day with our prestigious 100M Butterfly Championship race. This is a highlight event of the season where our swimmers will showcase their technique, power, and endurance.
The butterfly is often called the most challenging stroke, and watching our competitors tackle this distance is always inspiring. Good luck to all participants!
100M Freestyle Events Following the Butterfly Championship, we continue with our popular 100M Freestyle events, featuring:
Molly Wark and Les Henry U/10 Series – Our youngest competitors continue their journey in this important developmental series U/10 Series – named in honour of club legends, this series continues to build skill and confidence in our junior swimmers.
35 and Over Series – Our masters swimmers demonstrate that competitive swimming is truly a lifelong sport The 100M Freestyle is a true test of speed and stamina. We’re looking forward to seeing personal bests and some close finishes across all these categories!
200M Freestyle – Distance Event We close out the day with our distance event, the 200M Freestyle. This race requires both mental toughness and physical endurance. Swimmers will need to pace themselves carefully while maintaining strong technique throughout. This is always an exciting event to watch as competitors dig deep in those final laps!
Special Thanks to Our Gold Sponsor – Jonathan Homes We’d like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Jonathan Homes, our very generous club sponsor. Their ongoing support makes events like these possible and helps us continue to provide exceptional opportunities for swimmers of all ages. Thank you, Jonathan Homes, for being such an important part of the Drummoyne Swimming Club family!
If you are planning a home build or renovation don’t hesitate to give Jonathan a call. He will be happy to work with you on the design and construction of your job – Jonathan 0414 595 933.
Helping out and supporting Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the meet kicks off – and don’t be afraid to lend a hand with set up. This helps us get the meets moving no time and to schedule.
Spectators are welcome and encouraged to support our swimmers!
Important: Membership Registration Required
If you haven’t already done so, please ensure you are formally registered as a Drummoyne Swimming Club member through Swimming Australia’s SwimCentral website. This is crucial for two important reasons:
Club Finances: Your membership fees help us maintain our facilities, equipment, and racing programs
Insurance Coverage: All swimmers must be registered members to be covered by our insurance scheme
Special Note for Trial Members: If you originally registered using SwimCentral’s Free Trial option, you must now convert your membership to a paid membership to continue racing with us.
Don’t delay – get registered today!
Join Our Weekday Morning Squads
Looking to take your swimming to the next level? Our weekday morning squads are a fantastic way to improve your technique, build fitness, and train with fellow Drummoyne swimmers. Whether you’re chasing personal bests or simply want to stay in great shape, our squads offer expert coaching in a supportive environment. New swimmers are always welcome – come along and see what you can achieve!
Week 14 promises to be another fantastic day of racing. Whether you’re competing for a championship title, improving your personal best, or simply enjoying the camaraderie of our swimming community, we can’t wait to see you there. Good luck to all our swimmers!
A Huge Thank You to Last Saturday’s Wet Weather Warriors!
What a way to kick off the year! A massive thank you to all the brave souls who turned up last Saturday for our first race meet after the Christmas break. Despite the wet conditions, you showed true Drummoyne spirit by diving in and giving it your all. Your dedication and enthusiasm, rain or shine, is what makes this club so special.
A special shout out to Alena Finn who took out the George Russell 400M Handicap Trophy and also to Alessandro Rapisarda who swum beautifully from Lane 1 and almost held on for the win.
This Week’s Events – Saturday Racing
We’ve got an exciting morning of racing lined up for Week 13:
Event 1: 50M Backstroke Championship Races
This week we’re crowning our backstroke champions! We’ll run heats for all junior age groups, followed by senior races, before bringing our fastest swimmers together for an Open Final. Who will claim the title of Drummoyne’s fastest backstroker? Don’t miss this exciting showdown!
Speed is the name of the game in our second event. Junior swimmers will tackle the 30M and 20M distances, while our older swimmers will battle it out over the full 50M sprint. Get ready to see some lightning-fast times!
Event 3: 400M Medley
Our final event of the morning is the ultimate test of stamina and skill. The 400M Medley will push every swimmer to their limits, requiring mastery of all four strokes. This is where champions are made! 4 x 30M and 4 x 20M races will be held after the 400M races.
Important: Membership Registration Required
If you haven’t already done so, please ensure you are formally registered as a Drummoyne Swimming Club member through Swimming Australia’s SwimCentral website. This is crucial for two important reasons:
Club Finances: Your membership fees help us maintain our facilities, equipment, and racing programs
Insurance Coverage: All swimmers must be registered members to be covered by our insurance scheme
Special Note for Trial Members: If you originally registered using SwimCentral’s Free Trial option, you must now convert your membership to a paid membership to continue racing with us.
Don’t delay – get registered today!
Join Our Weekday Morning Squads
Looking to take your swimming to the next level? Our weekday morning squads are a fantastic way to improve your technique, build fitness, and train with fellow Drummoyne swimmers. Whether you’re chasing personal bests or simply want to stay in great shape, our squads offer expert coaching in a supportive environment. New swimmers are always welcome – come along and see what you can achieve!
Happy New Year swimmers and families! We’re thrilled to have you back poolside for our first week of racing after the Christmas and New Year break. Whether you’ve been training hard over the holidays or just getting back into the water, we can’t wait to see you all back in the swim of things.
This Week’s Racing Programme
We’ve got an exciting line-up to kick off 2026:
100m Freestyle – Our third week of racing includes the Molly Wark & Les Henry U/10 100m Freestyle and the 35 and Over 100m Freestyle. A great chance for our youngest swimmers and our masters to show what they’ve got!
50m Breaststroke – Heats for the Bill Gallie 50m Breaststroke (H’cap) trophy race. Bring your best technique and get ready to compete for a spot in the finals.
400m Freestyle Finals – The main event! The Finals for the George Russell 400m Freestyle (H’cap) trophy will see our qualifiers battle it out for this prestigious silverware. Congratulations to our finalists: Duncan LYON, Neave MURDOCH, Jenny GASKIN and Rex WILSON. We may also invite a few heat second placegetters to join the field and make up the numbers, so stay tuned! This is one you won’t want to miss, whether you’re racing or cheering from the deck.
We will have shorter versions of all events for youngsters.
Squad Training
Both adult and junior squads are back up and running. Remember, these sessions are completely free and open to all club swimmers. It’s a fantastic opportunity to improve your technique, build fitness, and train alongside your club mates. Whether you’re preparing for upcoming races or just looking to stay active, everyone is welcome.
As we approach our last race meet of the year this Saturday, 20th December, we wanted to wish you all the very best as you finish the 2025 racing calendar on a high note!
Saturday 20th December Race Program
Start Time: 7:30am
The racing order for Saturday will be:
50m Breaststroke CHAMPIONSHIP – first event of the morning
50m Freestyle (with 30m and 20m options available)
200m Long Distance
This is a fantastic opportunity to chase down those championship points and personal bests before the holiday break. Give it everything you’ve got!
Special Visitor! 🎅
We’re excited to announce that Santa Claus will be joining us on pool deck this Saturday! Santa will have gifts for all the kids, so make sure you bring your Christmas spirit along with your swimming gear. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the end of our racing year and get into the festive mood!
Holiday Schedule
Racing Break: Our next race meet will be on Saturday, 17th January 2026. We’ll be back in the pool ready to kick off the new year with renewed energy!
Squad Training: Training squads will continue throughout the school holidays with the following schedule:
Adult Squads (6am-7am): Monday, Wednesday, Friday – continuing through the holidays
Junior Squads (6am-7am): Tuesday, Thursday – taking a break between Christmas and New Year, then resuming in January
Season’s Greetings
From all of us at Drummoyne Swimming Club, we wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Thank you for making 2025 such a wonderful season of swimming, camaraderie, and personal achievements.
Enjoy the festive season, stay safe, and we’ll see you back in the pool in the new year!
Get ready for our special Christmas Swim Meet this Saturday! We’re bringing festive cheer poolside with racing, fun, and a very special guest…
Santa is coming to Drummoyne! 🎁
That’s right – Santa will be making a splash at our pool this Saturday with Christmas gifts for all the kids! Make sure you come along to race, cheer on your teammates, and say hello to the big man in red.
Whether you’re competing or just coming to support, it’s going to be a fantastic day of swimming and Christmas spirit. Don’t forget to bring your race day energy and your best holiday cheer!
We can’t wait to see you all there for what promises to be a memorable end to our swimming year.
We’re excited to see everyone poolside this Saturday morning for another fantastic day of racing at our beautiful harbour-side pool. Here’s what’s on the cards for Saturday 13 December 2025:
Race Programme
Racing kicks off at 7:30am sharp, so please arrive at least 15 minutes early to be ready poolside.
Event 1: 50m Butterfly Championship
This is a Championship event – time to show off those butterfly skills! The 50m Butterfly Championship will crown our club champions across all age groups. Available distances: 50m, 30m and 20m.
Remember to please select the right distance for the age group of any younger swimmers in TeamApp. The table below will help you with selections:
Event 2: 100M Freestyle
A great mid-distance test to start the morning. Available distances: 100m, 50m, 30m and 20m.
Event 3: 400m Long Distance
Perfect for our endurance swimmers to test their stamina in the longer pool.
Special Events
Our 100M Freestyle and 400M Freestyle events will incorporate:
Molly Wark & Les Henry U/10 100m Freestyle – Week 2
35 and Over 100m Freestyle – Week 2
Heats for George Russell 400m Freestyle Handicap
Luke Sellars took out the George Russell Trophy last season. Who is going to rise to the challenge this summer?
Join Our Training Squads!
Looking to improve your swimming and be race-ready? Come along to our training squads:
Adult Squads Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, 6:00am-7:00am
Junior Squads Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 6:00am-7:00am
Our squads are perfect for swimmers of all abilities who want to build fitness, improve technique, and be part of our wonderful swimming community.
Important Reminder: Club Membership Registration
If you haven’t already done so, please ensure you register as a formal club member via SwimCentral. This is the official Swimming Australia/Swimming NSW registration portal and is essential for:
Competing in our club events
Being eligible for Championships and Trophy races
Insurance coverage
Official time recognition
Visit the Fees and Registration page on our website for step-by-step instructions on how to register through SwimCentral.
Race Day Reminders
Racing starts promptly at 7:30am
Pool entry fees are separate from club membership and must be paid on arrival
We always need volunteers for timekeeping – please see the Chief Timekeeper if you can help
Don’t forget your goggles, towel, and club spirit!
The weather is looking great for Saturday, so let’s make it another memorable morning at the pool. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, swimming your first butterfly race, or just enjoying the atmosphere, we can’t wait to see you there!
Race at your pace!
The Drummoyne Swimming Club CommitteeThis Saturday 13 December 2025 – Race Day Preview
A huge congratulations to the Drummoyne swimmers who braved some tough conditions on Sunday to complete the Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim.
Jaxon Lewis, Mary Hartley, Suzie Aitken, Kristy Lewis, Natalie Borozan, Craig Corcoran and friend.
Well done to you all!
You might notice that Craig is wearing a Cole Classic Tee Shirt in this photo – there are still tickets available for that event but they won’t last. In fact the 5km event has sold out, but there are still 1km and 2km tickets left.
The event is scheduled for the 1st of February 2026.
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