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LATEST NEWS

CELEBRATING EMMA GODWIN'S SUCCESS AT THE WORLD AQUATIC CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M)

Emma Godwin from Sundevils has just finished competing in Budapest at the World Aquatic Short Course Championships, as part of the NZ Team.  Emma was 20th in the 200 Backstroke, swimming 2.06.96 - a fantastic swim - and was also part of the NZ 4x50 Freestyle Mixed relay team. We congratulate her on her performances. She has been a huge role model to many and a true inspiration. Thanks for making the region proud.

Congratulations also to coach Willy Benson also on the NZ team for his selection, and for coaching Emma to this level.

LOOKING BACK AT A SUCCESSFUL REGIONAL LONG COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS IN GISBORNE

What a wonderful weekend of racing at Kiwa in Gisborne at our annual long course regional championships. The weekend was full of team spirit and competition as 209 athletes, which included 33 visitors from outside of region battled for PB's and medals, ribbons and regional titles. It was a great way to finish off competition in 2024, as we look forward to next year - which has been confirmed to be held again in Gisborne.

HUGE THANK YOU TO THE NUMEROUS VOLUNTEERS AND OFFICIALS WHO MADE THIS CHAMPIONSHIP A SUCCESS

We warmly congratulate all of our regional title winners, and the winners of the club relay cups.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF OUR SPECIAL AWARDS:

• EMMA GODWIN (Sundevils) - Fastest Female 50 Freestyle (25.89) and Top FINA Point Swim of he Meet (808 FINA Pts in the 100 Backstroke - 1.01.54)
• SAM SKIDMORE (Trojans) - Fastest Male 50 Freestyle (25.34)
• DION WILSON (Trojans) - Fastest Male 1500 Freestyle (20.03.43)
• JAIMEE FISHER (Enterprise) - Fastest Female 800 Freestyle (9.51.56)

AND THE WINNER OF THE HBPB DRAFT RELAY WAS……THE WEINER DOGS -COACHED BY ALONSO.

Congratulations to - Emma Godwin (SUN), Javarn Ray (SUN), Kate McLaren (TRO), Eli Rasmussen (TRO), Kaeto Sasamoto (ENT),, Phoebe Nettle (TRO), Christina McCutcheon (CHB), Bella Barclay (ENT), Arthur Betty (SUN) and Maggie Harper (TRO) - who were the 2024 winners and took home the $500. Thank you to our sponsor HB Orthodontics.

UPCOMING EVENTS

There are some great racing opportunities to start off 2025. Make sure you make the most of these and get racing!

CONFIRMED 2025 DATES TO JUNE 2025

Watch this space for more dates to follow for interclub meets through the year (TBC), and national and regional meets post June. 

SNZ'S UNLOCK YOUR GREATEST CAMPAIGN

This initiative aims to encourage Kiwis to get active in the water safely by raising awareness about the importance of learning to swim, the health and wellbeing benefits of swimming, and the wide range of opportunities you can engage in through knowing how to swim. We loved being part of spreading the word. 

As we know - swimming is one of the most valuable life skills you can learn. Not only does it help ensure your safety in and around the water, but it also opens the door to a wide range of enjoyable recreational activities. Whether you’re looking to stay active, relax, or explore new hobbies, swimming is a fun and essential skill that everyone can benefit from.

NAPIER PORT SWIM

Entries are open ... SATURDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2025So go on TAKE the PLUNGE and enter now!https://events.barefootsport.co.nz/event/573

:Let's get behind this great event and support Napier Aquahawks.