Thursday, December 5, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Cannons Make a Splash at Hamilton Island Ocean Swim

The Cannonvale Cannons had a busy and successful weekend, with seven swimmers competing in the Hamilton Island Triathlon and Ocean Swims.

On Saturday 23 November, Matilda Nicholes, Don Algie, Penelope Shields, and River Shields showcased their endurance and enthusiasm in the triathlon events. On Sunday 24 November, Thomas Ganter, Don Algie, and River Shields tackled the 350m Ocean Swim with outstanding performances. Jacob Bell delivered an exceptional result in the 2km Ocean Swim, securing third place with a time of 24.06. Coaches Kate Thomson, Raylene Rasmussen, and Mark Erickson also joined in the fun, enjoying their ocean swims.

The week continued with celebrations back at the pool on Wednesday, where the Cannons expressed their gratitude to Bendigo Community Bank for a generous $300 donation. During the Club Night, Giselle Burton presented Jess Moon and Eloise Chegwidden with the Chocolate Awards for achieving the best personal bests (PBs). Addie Sanders and Ruby Lawson received the Coaches’ Awards for their efforts.

Standout performers included Eloise Chegwidden, who shaved an impressive 25.61 seconds off her 100m Backstroke, and Lucas Korosec, who swam an excellent 100m IM in 1:38.26. Swimmers achieving three or four PBs on the night were Eloise Chegwidden, Zane Clayworth, Gracie Laguna, Eric Mulliss, Sophie Palmero, Hazel Smith, Asher Springbett, Reid Springbett, and Alex Trefz.

Breaststroke events saw superb swims from Isla Johnston, Jasper Korosec, Nelson Malady, Pippa Laguna, Ruby Lawson, Miranda Palmero, Andie Reynolds, Jax Clayworth, Brooklyn Congoo, Bonnie Crichton, Eloise Chegwidden, and Lennox Wild. In the backstroke events, Leo Mulliss, Stella Mulliss, Penelope Shields, River Shields, and Zach Trefz impressed the coaches with fantastic times.

Special mentions go to Andie Reynolds for her massive effort in the 200m Butterfly and for achieving a 2.6-second PB in her 100m IM, and to Miller Eaves and Addie Sanders for their thrilling 100m Freestyle race, both finishing under 1:29.

The Cannons commend all swimmers who participated in Club Night and extend heartfelt thanks to the parents and volunteers who make these events possible.

Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen.

Jacob Bell at Hamilton Island.
Thomas Ganter and Don Algie at Hamilton Island.
Jess Moon received the Chocolate Award.
Addie Sanders received the Coaches' Award.

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