Last night produced another fantastic team effort from the swimmers of Harpurhey Swimming club.
The 8 - 12 year olds that entered the Rising Stars Gala used every bit of their ability, stamina and training techniques throughout the event.
It was a fast paced event with the swimmers barely being able to draw breath before going back to the marshalling area to prepare for their next race.
However, this is did not deter any of our swimming and we closed the gala coming in a very close 2nd to the winning team. There was only approximately 30 point dividing us!
Both relay teams did an outstanding job finishing 2nd. The relay races, I would say are, without doubt the highlight of the evening. The roof almost comes off the centre with the cheers and shouts from poolside and the spectators gallery as each club gets behind their team and encourages them to the finish.
Obviously none of this would be possible without the volunteers on poolside such as the Timekeeper, Marshals, Referees, Starter Master, the backroom staff and of course The Master of Ceremony who makes all the announcements throughout the evening. The rising Stars is a well organised event, so a big thank you for making the galas run so smoothly.
Last but by all means not least I must give credit to the coaches. Without their dedication none of this would be possible. You give up your time freely (and on occasion your social life too) to come along to every training session to coach and inspire these young athletes. I am sure you will agree, performances and results like last nights make it all worth while.
Well done everyone and good luck to you all in the May Rising Stars!
The 8 - 12 year olds that entered the Rising Stars Gala used every bit of their ability, stamina and training techniques throughout the event.
It was a fast paced event with the swimmers barely being able to draw breath before going back to the marshalling area to prepare for their next race.
However, this is did not deter any of our swimming and we closed the gala coming in a very close 2nd to the winning team. There was only approximately 30 point dividing us!
Both relay teams did an outstanding job finishing 2nd. The relay races, I would say are, without doubt the highlight of the evening. The roof almost comes off the centre with the cheers and shouts from poolside and the spectators gallery as each club gets behind their team and encourages them to the finish.
Obviously none of this would be possible without the volunteers on poolside such as the Timekeeper, Marshals, Referees, Starter Master, the backroom staff and of course The Master of Ceremony who makes all the announcements throughout the evening. The rising Stars is a well organised event, so a big thank you for making the galas run so smoothly.
Last but by all means not least I must give credit to the coaches. Without their dedication none of this would be possible. You give up your time freely (and on occasion your social life too) to come along to every training session to coach and inspire these young athletes. I am sure you will agree, performances and results like last nights make it all worth while.
Well done everyone and good luck to you all in the May Rising Stars!