In light of additional restrictions being brought in by the Scottish Government and additional guidance from sportscotland, it is necessary for Scottish Swimming to issue an updated guidance statement to reflect these new changes. These changes will take effect from the 26th December 2021 and will run through to the 16th January 2022 or until… Continue reading COVID-19 Guidance Statement – 22 December 2021
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NEW Covid-19 Guidance Statement
Scottish Swimming have received updated guidance from sportscotland. However, the ‘beyond Level 0’ guidance which was published in September for both club training and competitions is still valid and in place. Currently there are no changes that are required for aquatics clubs but there are a few key considerations which require to be highlighted: TestingClubs… Continue reading NEW Covid-19 Guidance Statement
Olympic Medalist Swimmers Selected for Team Scotland
Duncan Scott and Kathleen Dawson confirmed for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
Shanahan relishing racing opportunity
The Scottish trio of Katie Shanahan, Duncan Scott and Lucy Hope were all in action on the first day of racing at the FINA World Short Course Championships, which are taking place at Yas Bay’s Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. City of Glasgow Swim Team’s Katie Shanahan impressed on her debut, in the Women’s 400m… Continue reading Shanahan relishing racing opportunity
Macinnes well on road to recovery after surgery
Keanna Macinnes (photo by Ian MacNicol for Scottish Swimming)
Shanahan continues form ahead of World Championships debut
Katie Shanahan (photo credit: Ian MacNicol for Scottish Swimming)
Rationale behind technical swimsuits ban
There has been considerable response to the recent announcement of the intention to prohibit the use of technical swimsuits for swimmers aged 13 and under
First medals won at Scottish Winter Meet
Photo of Angus Allison: Ian MacNicol for Scottish Swimming
Update on Technical Swimsuits
Back in October, Scottish Swimming shared the rationale behind the decision to prohibit the use of technical swimsuits for swimmers aged 13 and under in swimming competition in Scotland, and feedback on the use of non-FINA labelled suits was invited. Feedback has now been received, and while there is wide support around the principles of… Continue reading Update on Technical Swimsuits
Hannah Miley announces retirement from competitive swimming
Hannah Miley back at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, where she opened the swimming meet with Gold in the 400m IM