Cannonvale Cannons celebrated the final official club night of the season last week, with swimmers enjoying a night of friendly competition and recognition. Zavier Woolston was awarded the Coaches Award for his impressive 50m Backstroke. Club Records fell to Eloise Chegwidden in the 50m Butterfly, while Liam Filewood and Brooklyn Congoo earned well-deserved upgrades and Asher Springbett took home the popular Chocolate Award.
Meanwhile, a strong team of Cannons swimmers proudly represented North Queensland at the Queensland School Sport Swimming Championships in Brisbane this week. Competing in the 10–12 years division were Mackenzie Bennett, Eloise Chegwidden, Jax Clayworth, Zane Clayworth, Harris Delac, Declan Dichiera, Miller Eaves, Celeste Orenshaw, Indianna Smith, Levi Smith, and Alexander Trefz. In the 13–19 years division, Tyler Bennett, Tora Delac, Isabella Pisaniello, and Zachary Trefz showcased their skills.
The team delivered impressive results, with many personal bests and standout performances and a huge special congratulations go to Eloise Chegwidden, who excelled in her first state representative competition. Eloise claimed silver in the 10 Years Girls 50m Breaststroke, bronze in the 100m Breaststroke, and top ten placings in three other events. Her outstanding effort earned her selection to represent Queensland at the National Schools Championships in Victoria later this year.
Jax Clayworth also had an exceptional meet, securing silver in both the 400m Freestyle and 400m Individual Medley, bronze in the 200m Butterfly, and top ten finishes in two other events. In a proud moment for the club, Jax was also named Northern Team Captain.
Well done to all our swimmers for their hard work and dedication — what a way to start wrapping up the season!
Contributed with thanks by Jade Korosec, Vice President of the Cannonvale Cannons
Eloise Chegwidden selected to represent Queensland at the National Schools Competition later this year.
Jax Clayworth was selected as Northern Region Captain with an outstanding Brisbane performance.