The regular rhythm of racing is now in full swing in Sheffield, as crucial competition continued on Wednesday in Yorkshire. Archie Goodburn wasted no time in maintaining his strong day one form – with a mega Scottish Record, and a British title the 50m Breaststroke. Archie’s heat time of 27.19, was below the existing benchmark… Continue reading Scots add to Sheffield silverware haul
Shanahan secures consideration time on day one in Sheffield
Sheffield was bathed in sunshine on Tuesday, but the real heat was on poolside as Scottish swimmers delivered strong results on the opening day of British Championships. On day one of six, you could forgive swimmers for wanting to pace themselves, but that thought certainly wasn’t running through the mind of many in Ponds Forge.… Continue reading Shanahan secures consideration time on day one in Sheffield
SNAGS Workshops open for parents
Period Workshop for parents Where: Scottish National Age Group Swimming Championships, Aberdeen Sports Village, Seminar Room When: Thursday 13th April 12.30-1.30pm Workshop Info Former Commonwealth Champion Hannah Miley will deliver a workshop on Menstruation for parents focusing on: Physiological and sporting impact, warning signs to watch out for and relevant support/management. Hannah has had her own… Continue reading SNAGS Workshops open for parents
Final countdown is on for British Champs
The countdown is almost over. The metres have been swum, race skills honed, and tapers completed. Tomorrow morning the British Swimming Championships get underway, in what is the only qualifying meet for Scottish swimmers, and their counterparts across Great Britain in 2023. The event doubles up as qualifying for 7 key meets this summer: the… Continue reading Final countdown is on for British Champs
Transgender and Non-Binary Competition Policy Statement
Scottish Swimming recognises today’s statement from Swim England regarding their Transgender and Non-Binary Competition Policy. We support their claim, that above all – fairness in competition and aquatic sport, must be accessible to everyone. We are in the process of considering our options and positioning as an organisation with regards to transgender athletes and will be… Continue reading Transgender and Non-Binary Competition Policy Statement
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
Save Our Pools campaign gains widespread support in parliamentary event
A parliamentary reception yesterday evening, highlighting the importance of swimming pools, gained cross-party support from Members of the Scottish Parliament. The event titled ‘Everyone Can Swim’ highlighted the importance of swimming and swimming pools as vital community hubs for the safety of children and adults and for the health and wellbeing of the nation. It… Continue reading Save Our Pools campaign gains widespread support in parliamentary event
British Para-Swimming team named for Manchester World Champs
A 28-strong British team has been selected for the Manchester 2023 Para Swimming World Championships, which take place from 31st July to 6th August this summer. Six Scottish athletes, as well as a further Scottish-based swimmer have secured their place on the team for World-Para Swimming’s flagship competition. Stephen Clegg, Ollie Carter, Sam Downie, Louis… Continue reading British Para-Swimming team named for Manchester World Champs
Duncan Scott celebrates Generation Swim in Forfar
YOUNG swimmers in Angus have taken part in a once-in-a-lifetime swim class with Olympic, World & Commonwealth Champion, Duncan Scott. The swim star made waves with 116 local swimmers yesterday (22 March) at ANGUSalive in Forfar to celebrate the crucial work undertaken to provide a quality swimming programme, as part of the National Learn to… Continue reading Duncan Scott celebrates Generation Swim in Forfar
Golden Finale for Rogers in Sheffield
Faye Rogers stormed to World Series gold on the closing day of the Citi Para Swimming World Series Inc. British Para-Swimming Meet in Sheffield. The University of Aberdeen Performance swimmer (S10), who is coached by Patrick Miley, qualified fastest for the MC 100m butterfly final, following up her heat swim strongly, by keeping with the… Continue reading Golden Finale for Rogers in Sheffield