The results for Saturday 18 January 2025, including Week 3 of the 100m Freestyle Special Events, have been published here.
It was yet another beautiful day at Drummoyne Pool, perfect for a splash even though the morning clouds had us doubting if the sky would fall. But hey, with those legendary Aussie smiles, what’s a bit of early drizzle?
Heats, Finals, and the Handicap Point Score Battles: This exciting Saturday featured heats for the 50m Bill Gallie Handicap Breaststroke trophy race and the George Russell 400m trophy showdown. The kids under 10 and the sprightly 35+ squad continued their 100m freestyle face-offs. Nothing like starting the new year with clean entries and underwater kicks!
- Bill Gallie 50m Breaststroke – Heat Bragging Rights: Young Yunos Yaqub made waves claiming the first heat, with our beloved Race Referee Phil Hayward pulling a place! A special shoutout to Frances Christodoulou in the later rounds, showing us why she’s been a Club Captain. However, little Olive Murrow had a banger of a time despite being DQ’d. You still swam fast, kiddo!
- George Russell 400m Freestyle – High Dramas: Matthew O’Connor, known for calling races more than swimming them, won his heat while young gun Hannah Svoboda chased down the pack with pure grit for second. Hannah, claimed another bragging right for the family, even securing captain street cred. What a family effort!
- Rivalries and Legends: The legend Gerry Tibbertsma and his long-time rival Duncan Lyon were at it again, in their signature ‘who blinks first’ challenge. It’s a blistering battle, with Gerry, affectionately dubbed the “Old Dutch foxer,” reigning supreme in today’s 100m freestyle heat. Duncan, don’t worry mate, we’re sure next time you’ll impress!
- Family Feuds: Got the Douglas clan on fire under Clare’s guidance, scoring points up against her mum Patricia! Also, young Harry Thompson was out to prove something to his nonchalant sister Eve, making splashes in the freestyle heats. Who needs Netflix drama when you’ve got intense family face-offs, huh?
- The Young Guns: Alexandra Fazzalaro showed the under-10 boys in the Molly Wark 100m Freestyle that the girls mean business, taking first heat place, showering applause on her remarkable effort. It was also thrilling to see lines showing up at RSVP from the Drummoyne Public School. Keep those goggles tight, guys!
Flames were sizzling on deck as Frances Christodoulou claimed the 50m race with the calm finesse of a former Club Captain. Yeah, she’s still got it, no doubt! And in another sibling poolside brawl, Jaxon and Skye Lewis had contrasting priorities today – Skye in attendance, Jaxon sneaking out for a pie, probably.
New joinees weren’t hiding out either. Despite some DNS (Did Not Start) amongst rookies like Isabella Murrow, that freshly joined energy is sure to surface wins soon. Moreover, our veterans like Rose Tunstall stood by poolside with unyielding support, showing why this club is more about community than competition.
All in all, a smashing Saturday morning! The Drummoyne spirit was in ample supply, booking promises of brighter splashdowns next meet. So, polish those kickboards and hydrate well, rougher tides await – but come sun or rain, we always rally on at beautiful Drummoyne Pool!
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Overall, a delightful day at the pool with achievements, rivalries, familial contests, and conveys the club’s vibrant community spirit.
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