Scot divers sharpen skills at London Legacy Open

London Aquatics Centre provided the backdrop for the first major British diving meet of the season, as Scotland’s best divers joined their GB counterparts for an early season bout. The London Legacy Meet is in its second year – celebrating the life and legacy of former Dive London and British Diving coach David Jenkins who… Continue reading Scot divers sharpen skills at London Legacy Open

Aberdeen Diver Noah Penman ends season with silverware in Rijeka

Great Britain’s junior divers concluded a long and prosperous season last week, with a trip to Croatia for the European Junior Diving Championships. The titles, held in Rijeka from 19th to 25th August, brought together Europe’s brightest and best born between 2005 and 2009 – as youngsters battled it out for European Glory. Forming part… Continue reading Aberdeen Diver Noah Penman ends season with silverware in Rijeka

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GB debutant Noah Penman amongst three Scots heading to European Games

Twenty-five divers are ready to take to the springboards and platforms of Japan and Poland this summer after British Diving confirmed our teams for the upcoming double-header of World Championships and European Games. Amongst the 25 athletes selected across two teams, Aberdeen Diving Club’s Noah Penman has received his first senior international call-up as part… Continue reading GB debutant Noah Penman amongst three Scots heading to European Games

Scottish divers continue medal winning form in Sheffield

James Heatly bounced back from his fifth place in yesterday’s 3m Springboard final to take home two medals in this evening’s competition at the British Diving Championships in Sheffield. James secured silver in the individual 1m Springboard final, before a stunning second medal of the evening in the 3m Synchro with Ross Haslam – placing… Continue reading Scottish divers continue medal winning form in Sheffield

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Bumper weekend of top-level aquatic action lies in wait

This weekend will see Scotland’s aquatic athletes honing their skills ahead of a busy summer, with a number of elite level events taking place over the coming days. The British Diving Championships, Glasgow International Swim Meet and the World Para Swimming French Leg are on the menu this bank holiday weekend – with strong Scottish… Continue reading Bumper weekend of top-level aquatic action lies in wait

Aberdeen secure first ever Thistle Trophy victory

Aberdeen Diving Club claimed their first ever Thistle Trophy victory over the weekend, as the Granite City hosted the Scottish National Age Group Diving Championships, alongside the Thistle Trophy. The trophy is the prize for the novice side of the competition and is calculated based on the performance of novice divers of all age group… Continue reading Aberdeen secure first ever Thistle Trophy victory

Aberdeen plays host to next generation of Scottish divers

Around 130 young athletes will arrive in Aberdeen today ahead of the Scottish National Age Group Open Diving Championships and Thistle Trophy, which are taking place at Aberdeen Sports Village Aquatics Centre from the 28th to the 30th April 2023. The age group event will see divers compete across springboard and platform events, with many… Continue reading Aberdeen plays host to next generation of Scottish divers

SASA Levels continue this weekend after Ayr opener

This weekend sees the next round of Diving SASA levels take place at the Royal Commonwealth Pool, as the annual series of events enters its third round. The competition provides the opportunity for younger age-group divers to take part in regular competition with their counterparts from across Scotland, with Aberdeen, Ayr and Edinburgh Diving Clubs… Continue reading SASA Levels continue this weekend after Ayr opener

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Synchro Scots shine in season opener in Edinburgh

Scottish Synchro divers took home medals in two different events on home soil at the weekend, as Edinburgh played host to the first British Diving event of the year. James Heatly, Libby Duke and Ellen Gillespie all clinched silverware in their home pool – as the best of British Diving descended onto the Royal Commonwealth… Continue reading Synchro Scots shine in season opener in Edinburgh

Mabbott feeling ‘at home’ ahead of this weekend’s British Diving Cup

Diver Danny Mabbott experienced a breakout year in 2022 on the international stage and is hoping to continue that form in 2023 – starting this weekend in Edinburgh. The British Diving Cup, the first major national competition of the season, will take place at Danny’s home venue, the Royal Commonwealth Pool, from Thursday to Sunday.… Continue reading Mabbott feeling ‘at home’ ahead of this weekend’s British Diving Cup