There was some pretty exciting swimming on last week with the Fukuoka World Aquatic Championships. But, even more exciting than that were the performances of Drummoyne club swimmers at the ACT Winter Short Course Championships. The event was held at the AIS pool in Canberra.
Erica Bhatti, Jessica Bell and Hayden Howard were all in Canberra over the weekend churning up the pool and fighting it out with kids from Canberra and all over the State.
Hayden placed 3rd in the 9-12 200M Breaststroke race and set new PBs in all 6 events that he entered.
Erica secured PBs in all her events and achieved a 2nd place in the 11&U 50M Backstroke and a 3rd place in the 12&U 100M Freestyle.
Jessica secured 4 PBs in her 5 events.
Well done to our swimmers! If they keep improving they’ll be back at the AIS on residential swimming scholarships!
Even though they are Drummoyne swimmers it would be rude not to acknowledge that the kids were representing the clubs that they do their squad training with. Erica and Hayden were representing Leichhardt and Jessica represented PLC Sydney.
A reminder that the Annual General Meeting of the Drummoyne Amateur Swimming Club Incorporated is scheduled for Tuesday 22 August 2023.
This year we’ll be having the AGM at the pool, well at the Waterpolo club room. We’ll put on some drinks (beer, wine and soft drinks) and nibbles for those that come along.
Meeting Details:
Date: Tuesday 22 August 2023 Time: 7.30pm Location: Waterpolo Club Room, Drummoyne Swimming Centre
The Club benefits from amazing contributions from a wide range of members – from pool deck to administration. These contributions are all very much welcomed. If you think you can also contribute by helping with the management of the club we would welcome additional members who wish to join the club committee.
Any members that wish to nominate to be a member of the swim club committee must do so in writing not less than 7 days before the 22nd of August 2023.
Nominations must be via text message or email via 0424 561 831 or president@drummoyneswimclub.com.au or by responding via the RSVP function in TeamApp.
Committee portfolios will be determined at the first committee meeting after the AGM but members are requested to specify any preferred role when nominating to stand for the committee.
Click here for the agenda and minutes of last year’s AGM:
Please note that the Annual General Meeting of the Drummoyne Amateur Swimming Club Incorporated is scheduled for Tuesday 22 August 2023.
This year we’ll be having the AGM at the pool, well at the Waterpolo club room. We’ll put on some drinks (beer, wine and soft drinks) and nibbles for those that come along.
Meeting Details:
Date: Tuesday 22 August 2023 Time: 7.30pm Location: Waterpolo Club Room, Drummoyne Swimming Centre
The Club benefits from amazing contributions from a wide range of members – from pool deck to administration. These contributions are all very much welcomed. If you think you can also contribute by helping with the management of the club we would welcome additional members who wish to join the club committee.
Any members that wish to nominate to be a member of the swim club committee must do so in writing not less than 7 days before the 22nd of August 2023.
Nominations must be via text message or email via 0424 561 831 or president@drummoyneswimclub.com.au or by responding via the RSVP function in TeamApp.
Committee portfolios will be determined at the first committee meeting after the AGM but members are requested to specify any preferred role when nominating to stand for the committee.
Click here for the agenda and minutes of last year’s AGM:
Canada Bay Council are working towards net zero emissions by 2030. As part of their Emissions Reductions Plan Council are making improvements to both Drummoyne and Cabarita swimming centres.
Given that Council purchase 100% renewable electricity, it will be good to know the warm water we swim in is no longer contributing to a warming planet.
Presentation night is shaping up for next Saturday the 20th of May at the Drummoyne Sailing Club.
Arrive at 17:30 for a 18:00 kick off.
Awards and prizes will include:
Championship Winners
Pointscore Winners
Trophy Race Winners
Special Event Trophies
Most Valuable Swimmers
Volunteers award
We look forward to seeing as many of you there as possible and having a fun night to celebrate everyone’s magnificent achievements over the season.
Event Details
FUNCTION DETAILS
What
Drummoyne Swimming Club Annual Presentation Evening.
Why
Celebrate our swimmers’ fantastic achievements over the 2022/23 season.
Where
The Sailor’s Lounge downstairs at the Drummoyne Sailing Club.
When
Saturday 20 May.
What time
Arrive at 17:30 for a 18:00 start.
Drinks
The bar will be open in the Sailor’s Lounge.
Food
Platters of entree style nibbles will be provided. Additional food is available for purchase at the Sailor’s Grill restaurant in the upstairs section of the club. Meals can of course be brought down to the Sailor’s Lounge.
Cost
$10 per person – Ticket prices go towards food, prizes and awards.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased using the Trybooking web site. Please purchase tickets before the event.
Presentation night is shaping up for Saturday the 20th of May at the Drummoyne Sailing Club.
Arrive at 17:30 for a 18:00 kick off.
Awards and prizes will include:
Championship Winners
Pointscore Winners
Trophy Race Winners
Special Event Trophies
Most Valuable Swimmers
Volunteers award
We look forward to seeing as many of you there as possible and having a fun night to celebrate everyone’s magnificent achievements over the season.
Event Details
FUNCTION DETAILS
What
Drummoyne Swimming Club Annual Presentation Evening.
Why
Celebrate our swimmers’ fantastic achievements over the 2022/23 season.
Where
The Sailor’s Lounge downstairs at the Drummoyne Sailing Club.
When
Saturday 20 May.
What time
Arrive at 17:30 for a 18:00 start.
Drinks
The bar will be open in the Sailor’s Lounge.
Food
Platters of entree style nibbles will be provided. Additional food is available for purchase at the Sailor’s Grill restaurant in the upstairs section of the club. Meals can of course be brought down to the Sailor’s Lounge.
Cost
$10 per person – Ticket prices go towards food, prizes and awards.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased using the Trybooking web site. Please purchase tickets before the event.
Could there possibly be a more apt team name than the “Aquatic Giraffes” for Drummoyne swimmers and Laps for Life fundraisers Dave and Hugo Smith? Dave, who stands at almost ten foot four and son Hugo have topped the Drummoyne Swimming Club fundraising efforts this season and raised over $7,081 in support of Reachout.com in the Laps for Life Challenge.
Furthermore, between them the boys swam over 130 km in the month of March.
The rest of the Drummoyne crew raised another $2,446 taking the total for Drummoyne affiliated swimmers up to $9,527!
Well done to Sue-Ellen Foster, Duncan Lyon and Elizabeth Allan in particular with their fundraising efforts.
Now that we’ve come to the end of another fantastic season, I want to take a moment to congratulate each and every one of you on your incredible performances and unwavering support for the club.
Over the past few months, we have seen some truly outstanding swimming from our members. From beginners taking their first strokes to experienced swimmers setting new personal bests, you have all shown great determination and skill in the water.
But the success of our club is not just measured by the results in the pool. It is also the sense of community and support that makes Drummoyne Swimming Club so special. Whether it was cheering on your teammates from the sidelines, volunteering your time to help run events, or simply being there for each other, your commitment to the club and each other has been truly inspiring.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank our coaches, volunteers, and parents who have worked tirelessly to make this season a success. Your dedication to the club is invaluable and greatly appreciated.
As we look towards the future, I am excited to see what the next season holds for us. With such a talented and supportive group of members, I have no doubt that we will continue to thrive both in and out of the pool.
Thank you once again for your contributions to the Drummoyne Swimming Club, and I look forward to seeing you all at our end-of-season celebrations.
See you next year folks!
Points, Championships and Trophies
Club officials are busy validating our results for the season and making sure that the right people are presented with their trophies and awards on presentation night. All swimmers must be members of the club to be eligible for trophies. So, if you are unsure or if you receive an email from our Registrar check your membership or pay up immediately.
If anyone is still holding on to a trophy please arrange to return it asap. Contact Adrian on 0424 561 831.
Presentation Night
Presentation night will be Saturday the 20th of May from 6pm. Please keep this date free. More details will follow as they are confirmed.
Laps for Life
We haven’t gone viral this season with our Laps for Life fundraising but we have raised over $2,000 for Reachout.com. There is still time if you want to make a last minute donation. If you do, jump onto the Laps for Life website and look up the Drummoyne Swim Club fundraising page.
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