Kristin M, Samuel C and Soren Y showcased their skills at North District Open Water Championships and the Kessock Ferry swim, securing podium finishes.
Samuel C, Kristin M and Soren Y
Soren Y, competing in the Kessock Ferry Swim, took on what was meant to be a 1200m course but ended up swimming 2000m due to the strong currents and tidal flow. Despite the challenging conditions, he claimed victory, finishing first out of 250 participants.
"It was really good to win, especially given the extra distance," said Soren. "I’m excited to do even more open water swimming this year. Last year was my first, and I’ve been training hard with my club Stirling Swimming Club, Highland Swim Team, and here at Strathallan with Coach Elaine."
Samuel C, now in his second year at Strathallan, placed third in the North District 3km swim at Loch Insh. He’s been swimming for eight years and took up competitive open water swimming last year.
"I’m really proud of my result, especially with all the training I’ve put in here and with my club, Step Rock. Winning the 1500m relay with my club was a highlight, too. I’d love to get selected for bigger and more races in the future."
Kristin M, a seasoned swimmer, dominated the North District Open Water events, taking home gold in both the 3km and 500m races at Loch Insh.
"It was nice to win, especially since I was really just racing against my friends," she said.
Kristin, now in her third year at Strathallan, has enjoyed a stellar season swimming for her club Fins CSC, winning the West District 1km, Midland District 3km, as well as securing silver in the East District 1km and bronze in the 2km at the National Championships.
Kristin competing in the Open Water National Championships
Through training with their respective clubs and Strathallan’s Swimming Academy, where they train at least six times a week, all three swimmers have refined their skills. Their success marks a fitting end to the competitive open water season.
Our Director of Strathallan Swimming Academy, Elaine Johnston said, "We are delighted to see our swimmers achieve great results in the open water circuit as well as the pool. Their hard work has been paying off and we are looking forward to their next competitions."
