Making The Splash With Cannonvale Cannons

Being immersed in the water has always been a passion of Jacob Bell, and becoming a senior squad swimmer with the Cannonvale Cannons, he is now welcoming more opportunities to venture into the professional leagues.

For Jacob, being a part of the Cannonvale Cannons and having the opportunity to get into the water at any chance is something he thrives upon.

“I love challenging myself and conquering my goals,” Jacob explained.

“My favourite parts of the sport are competing at carnivals, being a member of a relay team, meeting people who are like minded and having opportunities to do ocean swims and water polo.”

Now 17-years-old, Jacob acts as a mentor and role model for the junior swimmers, assisting the youth swimmers in accomplishing their goals and bettering their techniques, while perfecting his own coaching skills.

As part of the Cannons, Jacob loves competing and regularly accomplishes podium finishes and accolades across North Queensland.

“I have several highlights which include qualifying and competing at the Australian Age Championships and Queensland School Swimming Championships,” he explained.

“In 2023, I was the first male to finish the Magnetic Island to Townsville swim and I have achieved top placings in the Hamilton Island Ocean Swim.”  

Head to the Whitsunday Sports Expo this weekend and find out how you can be part of this inspiring sporting club alongside Jacob.

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Quick Quiz:

Favourite sports star: Sam Short

Favourite moment in sporting history: 2023 World Swim Champs – Male 4 x 100m Freestyle Relay when Kyle Chalmers smashed the last leg of the relay to earn the team a gold medal.  

Best sporting advice anyone ever gave you? Enjoy the ride! Don’t get caught up with ups and downs.

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