The BUCS Short Course Championships provided an excellent test for Scottish athletes this past weekend, as the short course season continues to build momentum heading into end of cycle meets in December. The competition, held from 17th-19th November saw the brightest and best of university and college swimmers from across the UK converge on Ponds… Continue reading Scots impress at BUCS as short course season builds towards conclusion
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Linda Atkinson Named Official of the Year at sportscotland awards
Late last week Artistic Swimming official, Linda Atkinson, was named as ‘Official of the Year’ at the sportscotland Coaching, Officiating, and Volunteering Awards in recognition of her dedication, passion, and tireless efforts to help develop the sport of Artistic Swimming in Scotland and beyond. The sportscotland COV Awards celebrate the unsung heroes of Scottish sport,… Continue reading Linda Atkinson Named Official of the Year at sportscotland awards
Eight Scots selected for European Short Course
With Olympic year on the horizon, 35 swimmers, including 8 Scottish athletes, have been named to round off 2023 at the European Short Course Swimming Championships in Bucharest, Romania next month. Edinburgh University’s Archie Goodburn and Kara Hanlon will join University of Stirling’s Katie Shanahan, Keanna MacInnes, Duncan Scott, Evan Jones, Lucy Hope and Kathleen… Continue reading Eight Scots selected for European Short Course
Scottish athletes on British Swimming’s World Class Programme
A total of 54 swimmers have been invited on to British Swimming’s World Class Programme (WCP) for the 2023-2024 season, with just over nine months to go until the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The new list follows a spectacular summer in the pool, which saw eight medals – including two world titles – secured… Continue reading Scottish athletes on British Swimming’s World Class Programme
Awards Evening generosity boosts SAMH
Generous guests at Scottish Swimming’s awards evening raised an incredible £2200 for SAMH, Scotland’s National mental health charity. The money was raised during the popular Heads and Tail quiz and will help the Physical Activity & Sport Team, as they strive to ensure everyone can experience the benefits that physical activity can bring. Elaine Mackenzie,… Continue reading Awards Evening generosity boosts SAMH
Swimming pools gain government support
Scottish Swimming were delighted to host an event ‘Everyone Can Swim’ supported by the Minister for Social Care, Mental Wellbeing and Sport as well as triple Olympian Hannah Miley MBE. The event which took place on Monday 16th October at the SNP party conference in Aberdeen yesterday highlighted the importance of swimming and swimming pools… Continue reading Swimming pools gain government support
Statement in relation to North Lanarkshire Decision Reversal
Scottish Swimming are delighted with the reversal of the decision in North Lanarkshire to close 39 community facilities including 4 swimming pools. The passion, proactive and persuasive voice of the local community in campaigning to keep these pools open has been heard – people power at its best. Swimming is a life skill that everyone… Continue reading Statement in relation to North Lanarkshire Decision Reversal
Statement in relation to North Lanarkshire Council Report
Scottish Swimming are shocked to read that 4 swimming pools are being considered for closure within North Lanarkshire according to the latest North Lanarkshire Council Report. Kilsyth Swimming Pool, Sir Matt Busby Sports Centre, John Smith Pool and Shotts Leisure Centre are all included within the ‘in scope’ community facilities which could face closure over… Continue reading Statement in relation to North Lanarkshire Council Report
Fife leisure trust crowned at national awards
Fife Sport and Leisure Trust was crowned as the Scottish Water Learn to Swim Provider of the Year at the annual Scottish Swimming awards night, recognising the trust as a high-quality lesson programme in Scotland with over 8,100 participants weekly. The Scottish Water-sponsored award was presented to the trust for its efforts in expanding teaching… Continue reading Fife leisure trust crowned at national awards
Scottish Swimming community enjoy a night of celebration
It was a glittering showcase of all things aquatics in Scotland last night, as Scottish Swimming hosted their annual awards evening, which took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Glasgow. Hosted by radio and television presenter, Arlene Stuart, over 260 guests reflected on the fantastic achievements of our athletes and coaches, as well as… Continue reading Scottish Swimming community enjoy a night of celebration