12/11/11 - British Gas ASA National Masters and Senior Age Group Championships

A team of Masters Swimmers from Long Eaton Swimming Club made the short journey up the M1 to Sheffield this weekend to compete at the British Gas ASA National Masters and Senior Age Group Championships. They returned with a haul of 3 Gold, 7 Silver and 3 Bronze medals along with a Record Breaking performance.

The  Ladies 120 plus age group team of  Rebecca Fox, Elizabeth Simpson, Laura Marinelli and Helen Akers went one better at these short course Championships, by swimming to a British and  European short course  Record in the four by 200metres freestyle relay, adding it to the British long course Record they achieved in the event earlier in the year. They also won Gold in the same age group in the four by 50m relay and silver in the four by 100m relay in a time inside the old British Record. As lead off swimmer in this event, and therefore able to set an individual time, Rebecca was also able to claim the British Record in the 30-34 years age group for the 100 metres freestyle.                     

Rebecca and Helen joined Greg Cherry and Colin Prescott to take Silver in two very close finishes, in both the mixed freestyle relay at 400 and 800 metres in the 120 years plus age group. It was also Silver for the  200 years plus team of  Maggi Tuck, Mary Holland with Julie Phillips and Fiona Starbuck, neither of whom had swum competitively for many years, in the 200m freestyle  relay.

The team entered a total of 15 relay teams across the weekend and in addition to the European record many performances bettered the existing British Records, only to be pipped into second place.

Mary Holland was the only individual Gold medal winner and this came in the 100metres freestyle in the 65/69 years age group. Elizabeth and Colin, swimming in the 35-39 years age groups each took Bronze in the 200metres individual medley and it was another medal for Elizabeth, this time Silver in the 400metres freestyle and in the same event, a Silver for Mary too.  Pete Irving took Silver in the 45/49 years age group in the 200metres backstroke.

Chief Coach Spencer George said he was delighted with the performance of the Masters Squad at this three day event proving that, across the board from the Development Squad to the Masters Squad, the club is improving at a rapid pace and is set to become one of the most successful clubs in the Region. He had a special mention for ladies who achieved the European record and congratulated all the swimmers on their performances and for helping to raise the profile of swimming in Long Eaton.

Masters Coach, Dave Akers, had high expectations of the swimmers after a very successful training cycle and he was not disappointed. As well as record breaking and medal winning performances all of the swimmers rose to the occasion and produced some outstanding swimming with many masters personal best times along with a handful of lifetime best times. ‘I was particularly happy with the way that the group came together as a team and encouraged and promoted great performances. To be able to take fifteen relay teams onto the national stage and come away with a number of medals is an indication that Long Eaton Masters swimming is on the up and will continue to grow and become a major force in UK masters swimming. Indeed, I am looking to take a team to the World Masters Swimming Championships in Riccione in Italy in the summer of 2012.

16/10/11 - National Arena Swimming League

Long Eaton Swimming Club started their campaign this weekend, in the National Arena Swimming League, with the A Team travelling to the Pingles Leisure Centre in Nuneaton for the first round. Competing in Division One brings the team up against some of the best swimmers in the West Midlands Division and Saturday was no exception, being drawn against five teams that finished above them in the League last year. Finishing above two of these teams on Saturday, and just nine points behind another, was a massive achievement for all the swimmers who fought bravely for every point. The overall points do not reflect the closeness of most of the races and on another day the touches could have gone to Long Eaton swimmers. Winners on the night were Krissy Tomlinson (2) and Kay Goulden.

The B Team who compete in Division 3, travelled to the Snowdome pool in Tamworth. Competing against other clubs’ A teams, the team came away with a well-deserved third place. Fighting for every point, this team showed that the club is now growing in strength and depth. Winners were Helen Akers, Elizabeth Simpson and Callum Henley. Katherine Williamson, Chloe Blaydon, Laura Marinelli and Hannah Dowell joined Helen and Liz to win the Open Ladies freestyle relay. The 13 year old girls’ team of Erin Dilks, Lucy Parsons, Chloe Blaydon and Bethany Dennis joined forces to win their medley relay. With many other encouraging performances from swimmers experiencing their first taste of this level of team competition, the team are looking forward to the second round in November.

Chief Coach Spencer George praised both teams for their performance and was pleased with the commitment shown. He said this showed how far the Club had come and if the swimmers continued this steady improvement the club can look forward to winning these galas in the not too distant future. The team spirit in the Club is a credit to all the swimmers and Coaches and they can be proud of these two amazing performances.

10/10/11 - The new season starts....

Long Eaton Swimming Club had their season’s first round of competitive galas this weekend. With the club involved in three levels of competition, from C grade all the way to Level 1. The swimmers are currently in heavy training and had not tapered for the weekend, however they still managed to gain a lot of Personal Best Times and some came home with speeding tickets for being too fast for the level of competition they were at, along with a trophy case full of medals and awards for Top Boys and Girls in their age group. The winning of “Top Club” Trophy at two galas the same weekend was an incredible start to the season and bodes well for the new season. Several swimmers gained Regional Qualifying Times and some National Times, and  Head Coach, Spencer George, said, "It is pleasing to see the swimmers swim so fast under the circumstances, with many of them averaging over 3500m an hour in training at the moment. What was also pleasing was the attitude of the swimmers; they were courteous and professional at all three galas and handled victories with the same grace as they would have handled defeats, showing great sportsmanship and maturity. They are a credit to the club, it's coaches and themselves.

The squad in action at the Derventio Level 2, two day meet at the Queen’s Leisure Centre in Derby, stepped up to the challenge and all made an impressive start to the season. With medals for the first three in each age group in each event, gold medals were won by 11year old Krissy Tomlinson (10), 13 year old Oliver Davidson (8), 15 year old Kevin Wallbank (4), 12 year olds Kay Goulden, William Foster, 14 year old Tyler-Anne Black, 10 year old Katie Salone and 9 year old Maddison Walker. With more top three places for these swimmers, added to by medals for 12 year old Elle Pryce, 15 year old  Mischa Menzies,15 year old Ben Goulden and 11 year Sam Frearson, all swimmers contributed to the points tally that saw them receive the Top Team Trophy presented by the ASA East Midland Region President Terry Bream.

For 9 year old Maddi Walker (pictured below) it was a brilliant first Open Meet. Not being able to compete until reaching her ninth birthday, Maddi was nine just a week ago and to come away with four medals including Gold at this level of Meet certainly marks her out as a real prospect.

Whilst these swimmers were at Derby, another team were at the Rykneld Graded Open Meet at Clay Cross. Again with almost every swimmer taking part getting at least one trophy for finishing in the top six, it was a very fired up squad who carried off the Top Club Trophy. Helping to add to the final points tally it was five first places each for Joshua Halford and Jacob Hunt, 9 year old Lana Dilks, 11year olds Imogen Marshall (2), Oliver Tipping and Lydia Marshall, 12 year old Kathryn Parsons, Kyle Hazelton and Ruth Witten, 13 year olds Lucy Parsons (3) and Vaughan Bryan. With more top six finishes for these swimmers and also 9 year old Mimi Roberts, 10 year old Esther Halford, 11 year olds Natasha Pearson, and Laura Wilcox, 12 year old Katie Tew, 13 year olds Christopher Stray and Isobelle Heath, it was a very successful first gala of the season for these swimmers, many who will looking to step up their level of competition during this season. At graded Meets, swimmers who go faster than the upper limit time are awarded speeding tickets. This usually occurs where swimmers have improved significantly since their entry was submitted and for Imogen, Ruth, Christopher and Kyle there were speeding tickets to add to their trophies.

A small number of swimmers travelled to Sheffield’s Ponds Forge to the Robin Hood  Level 1 meet where they gained valuable experience in a Long Course, 50 metre, pool.

Next weekend sees the first round of the National Arena League where two teams are fielded and certainly there is an excited expectancy amongst the Club members of how they can progress through the three Regional rounds.

27/09/11 - End of Season Review

As the swimmers at Long Eaton Swimming Club enjoy a two week break, the Coach reflects on his first year as Chief Coach. Spencer George took over the reins last September and pays tribute to his team of Squad Coaches.  It has been success upon success across all the squads. For the Masters and Senior swimmers it was a visit from Mark Foster that set the benchmark for a season that saw European and British records achieved.

More swimmers are moving outside to swim in Open Water events and for Neil Meadows it was winning the Arthur Ayres Trophy for endeavour, along with 3rd place in his first 3,000 metre Open Water swim at Coniston Water. Triathletes, Greg Cherry and Sam Parker have had a busy year including joining squads travelling abroad to represent the Country.  

The number of swimmers now training with Derventio, the Derbyshire elite squad, has increased from four to seven.

There was an increase in numbers of swimmers achieving Midland Age Group and Youth qualifying times, along with the number achieving the Qualifying Times to swim at Level 1 Open Meets.

An improved position in the Arena National League, along with reaching the final of the Leicester League and Derbyshire and Nottingham Junior League shows that there is increase in depth and strength across the whole Club.

The season was brought to a close with the Club Championships that saw some exciting races and 43  new Championship Best Times achieved, This provided an opportunity for Coaches, Parents and Swimmers to see the results of all the hard work that has gone on during the last year.

It comes as no surprise to the Club that Spencer is to receive an award from Derbyshire Sport in recognition as one of Derbyshire’s most committed Coaches.

27/09/11 - Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Junior Swimming League Final Round

Long Eaton junior swimmers travelled to Mansfield’s Water Meadow Leisure Centre on Sunday to take part in the final of the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Junior Swimming League.  A good team effort saw them finish in third place behind City of Derby and Nottingham Leander. There were some very close finishes making for an exciting gala. It was the eleven year age group that brought wins for the team with Francesca Muir-Harris winning the 50m freestyle, Joshua Langfield (pictured left) the 50m butterfly and Matthew Cartwright (pictured left) with two wins in the 50m freestyle and backstroke.

Matthew and Joshua were joined by Corbin Archer and Sam Frearson to power to a convincing victory over the City of Derby team in the eleven year old boys freestyle relay. 

The twelve year girls’ team of Elle Pryce, Francesca Muir-Harris (pictured right), Chloe Blaydon and Rosy Smith put in a spirited performance but could not overcome City of Derby’s girls, finishing in second place. The same for the twelve year old boys’ medley relay team of George Barker, Joshua Langfield, William Foster and Matthew Cartwright

There were also individual second places for, Joshua (2), Francesca, Elle Pryce (2), George Barker Jared Archer and William Foster which helped to keep the team in contention throughout the gala.

Alex Philips, Coach of the Junior 3 squad said that” last year we just missed out on the final, so finishing third this year is an indication that all the hard work put in by the swimmers and Coaches is paying off”. Alex thanks the parents for their continued dedication in support of the Club, in not only getting the swimmers to training but also onto the poolside at galas. Yesterday the orange of Long Eaton was certainly the most colourful both on poolside and in the crowd. The future is certainly looking bright!  Final points City of Derby 196, Nottingham Leander 163, Long Eaton A 127, Belper Marlins 109, and Etwall Eagles 105.

Being one of only two clubs in the League to field two teams, Long Eaton’s second team were at the Lammas Leisure Centre in Sutton in Ashfield. Competing against other clubs’ first teams, the swimmers put in a spirited performance and started off with a win for the 12 years boys’ medley relay team. Other winners were 9 year olds Bethanie Rae, in the  25 butterfly, and  Nial Tucker in the  25m backstroke. For eleven year olds Joshua Bestwick and Sian James it was a double victory in the 50m freestyle.

Chief Coach, Spencer George, was impressed with the great team spirit and congratulated all the swimmers who have swum over the three rounds for their commitment and enthusiasm. He expects to see several of them competing for a place in the A team later this year.

Final points Matlock 179, Falcon 171, City of Derby B 148, Long Eaton B 125.

27/09/11 - Coaching appointment

Long Eaton Swimming Club are proud to announce the addition of Callum Henley to their coaching staff.

Callum comes on board as the club’s Strength and Conditioning Coach after graduating from Lincoln University with a Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, specifically in The Physiology of Elite Performance, Strength and Conditioning and Nutrition. The addition of Strength and Conditioning Coach to the in house team is a great benefit to the club. They have also managed to get support from Clifford’s Gym in Long Eaton, where the club will train twice a week along with two more strength and conditioning sessions at West Park Leisure Centre. In recent times the importance of strength and conditioning in sports has become more and more vital, especially in swimming where the swimmer has to have the strength to hold their body high in the water.

Long Eaton Head Coach, Spencer George, said   "I am delighted with Callum’s appointment; as he is a swimmer himself the training will be specific to our sport. Those taking part in the programme will see the benefits in their races as their personal best times will drop even more than those swimmers around them who only do pool work.

Having worked with the British Swimming strength and conditioning coach on several courses, I understood that this was an area the club needed to improve on, and seeing the performances of swimmers like Fran Hassall and Liam Tancock improve since following a strength and conditioning program, I wanted to set one up as soon as possible. The two sessions a week at Clifford's gym are a massive aid to the swimmers as the gym has the space and equipment needed for us to run a successful programme. I am really looking forward to seeing how the swimmers following the program improve”.

08/08/11 - Aldershot Masters meet

Masters Swimmers from Long Eaton Swimming Club travelled to Aldershot for their final meet of the season and for Rebecca Fox the journey was well worth it. Rebecca (pictured) achieved a long course British and European record in the 50m freestyle which had stood since the early 90s, and a British record in the 100metres freestyle.

For Helen Akers and Elizabeth Simpson who swim with Rebecca in the Club’s Senior Squad there were more gold medals in the 100m freestyle in their age groups and the 50metres freestyle for Helen and in the 50metres butterfly for Liz.

Together with Laura Marinelli from the Club’s Masters Squad, they took gold in both Medley and Freestyle relays.

Lisa Tidman and Fiona Starbuck were swimming in their first Masters competition and Lisa achieved a gold medal (50metre Butterfly) and bronze (50 metres freestyle). Fiona joined Lisa, Dave Akers and Colin Prescott to take bronze medals in both their relays.

Colin Prescott won gold in both the 50 metres and 100 metre freestyle. Maggi Tuck took silver in the 50 metres backstroke and freestyle and the Masters Coach, Dave Akers won the 50 metres breaststroke.

Anyone interested in finding out more about the Masters Squad should visit the Squad Structure page..

23/07/11 - British Gas Masters and Senior Age Group Championships

Long Eaton Swimming Club had just five Ladies at the British Gas Masters and Senior Age Group Championships at the John Charles Sports Centre in Leeds this weekend but they came away with two British records and a fine assortment of medals.

This long course event saw the team of Rebecca Fox, Laura Marinelli, Elizabeth Simpson and Helen Akers (pictured above) set a new British record in the Ladies 4x200 metres freestyle relay in the 120+ age group, with Rebecca, swimming the first leg also setting a new British Record for the 200 freestyle in her 30-34 years age group.

Rebecca continues to build on her earlier successes this season, taking Gold in both the 100 and 200 metres freestyle individual events.

Elizabeth Simpson (35-39 age group) took silver in the 400 freestyle and 200 individual medley, Helen Akers (40-45 age group) took  silver in the 100 freestyle, bronze in the 200 freestyle  and came fourth in the 50 freestyle, with Maggi Tuck (45-49 age group) coming in sixth in the 50m backstroke.

Dave Akers, recently appointed Masters’ Coach, who accompanied the team, said that he hopes these result encourage more of his Squad to enter competitions, and he is confident that more National Records are within their grasp.

Club Coach, Spencer George who coaches three of the victorious relay squad in his Youth and Senior Squad says that these Ladies, all of whom work and two of them having  young children, are an example to the rest of the Squad with their dedication and hard work in training .

23/07/11 - Derbsyhire & Nottinghamshire Junior League 2nd Round result

Long Eaton swimmers put in a strong performance to produce a convincing A Team win in the second round of the 2011 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Junior League held at Derby’s Queen’s Leisure Centre, on Saturday. With a win in the first round, this result takes them into the League Final, to be held in September.

Winners on the night, swimming in the 12/under age group were Elle Pryce (50 metres Butterfly, Backstroke, Freestyle) and George Barker (50 metres Breaststroke). It was a clean sweep in the 11/under age group, with wins coming from Imogen Marshall (50 metres Breaststroke), Francesca Muir-Harris (50 metres Freestyle) Joshua Langfield (50 metres Butterfly) and Matthew Cartwright (50 metres Backstroke) Jarred Archer also won the 10/under 50 metres Breaststroke.

Along with the successful relay squad this was a solid team performance.

1. Long Eaton A 170

2. Etwall Eagles 157

3. Ilkeston 142

4. Ripley 126

5. Matlock 96

Also in action were the B Team, swimming at Eckington, and this saw 9 year old Jennibel Hampson win the 25 metres  Breaststroke.

1. Worksop 188

2. Mansfield 172

3. Chesterfield 134

4. Long Eaton B 96

20/03/11 - Mark Foster swim clinic

It is not every day that you get to meet a true sporting legend, but for twenty seven members of Long Eaton Swimming Club and two pupils from Trent College that is precisely what happened last Sunday. In fact they were able to go one step further when they had the opportunity to train with five- time Olympian, and Strictly Come Dancing contestant, Mark Foster.

Mark visited Long Eaton to give a swim clinic that had been arranged by new Masters Coach, Dave Akers, to a group of Long Eaton’s Masters swimmers, aged between 18 and 65, and two pupils from Trent College, where the event was hosted.

Mark spent an hour with the swimmers in the pool giving tips and advice on technique as well as doing a number of demonstrations that saw him strip to his Speedos! The session wound up when he took on Pete Irving, one of Long Eaton’s elite men, in a 25 yard sprint. Mark, as expected, cruised to victory in a time of 9.72 seconds 1.8 seconds in front of Pete and a pool record was claimed. I suspect it will be some time before the pool at Trent College has its record broken again!

After the pool session they decamped to the Obolensky building at Trent College for a much needed boost of caffeine and sugar in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits. They were then treated to forty five minutes of Mark talking about his career, why he has been so successful, and passing round a couple of mementos including his first international medal from 1986, his last from 2008, and the jacket he wore when carrying the Union Flag when he led out the British Team at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

Mark is a very down to earth character, and was happy to mingle with the swimmers and chat about anything. In fact he led the birthday celebrations for Maggi Tuck, lighting the candles on her cake and starting a chorus of Happy Birthday.

His final duty, before photos and autographs, was to help distribute the 30 pairs of goggles kindly supplied by Speedo to all of the attendees.

This was a fantastic event for all those involved, and has provided fresh motivation for a very talented group of swimmers. Expect to read more about the exploits of this team in the very near future.

17/02/11 - Long Eaton Open Meet Report

Long Eaton Swimming Club was honoured to welcome the Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Robert Parkinson, to their annual Open Meet held on Sunday at the Queen’s Leisure Centre in Derby. Along with Club President, Councillor Bill Camm, and Life Member and recently retired Masters Coach, Mick Hickling, they were all treated to a display of local talent in the pool and were able to stay and assist in presenting the trophies to all the finalist at the end of the morning session.

For the Long Eaton swimmers it was an opportunity to see the results of all the hard work that has taken place, in and out of the pool, since September. Although still in heavy training as they prepare for the County Championships in March, Chief Coach Spencer George, said he was pleasantly surprised at the number of personal best times being achieved at this stage in the season.

10 year old Joshua Langfield, with three wins in the 50m butterfly, breaststroke and freestyle and fourth place in the backstroke was runner up in the Top Boy category. (The winner being Declan Smith from City of Derby). Joshua is part of a strong team of Long Eaton ten year olds, with Matthew Cartwright also reaching all four finals, Joshua Bestwick and Sam Frearson two finals each, and Oliver Tipping one, all performances worthy of the trophies they received.

Tyler-Anne Black, now training with the Derventio Squad full time, with three wins (200 metres freestyle, 100 metres breaststroke and butterfly) and a third place in the backstroke, was runner up in the Top Girl category (The winner being Krissy Tomlinson from Ilkeston).

In the boys fourteen years and over 100 metres freestyle final it was a one-two for Long Eaton’s Mischa Menzies and Steven Barratt. Club Captain Sam Parker made the finals in all his events. Also swimming in this age group and making the finals was Hannah Cox, who won the 100 metres breaststroke and was second in the 100 metres freestyle, and Alex Brown.

For the nine year old swimmers in their first Club Open Meet, Mollie Daniels qualified for all four finals in her age group and won the 50 metres backstroke. There were trophies also for Bethany Sharples (3), Luke Morris (3) and James Tew.

In the eleven year old age group, Elle Pryce won the 100 metres freestyle with three other top six placings. Francesca Muir-Harris reached four finals, Corbin Archer was third in the 50 metres backstroke, William Barker, who was third in the 50 metres breaststroke reached all the finals of his events and twin brother, George Barker, also made a final.

In the 12/13 age group, swimmers receiving trophies for achieving a place in the final of their events were Gabriel Calland, Chantelle Ridgway, Beatrice Roberts, Josephine Parker who reached two finals and won the 100 metres freestyle

The Club are so grateful to all their Sponsors who continue to support the Club; to their President Bill Camm, who is always generous in contribution and gave the Club a further £500 on Sunday, and to their new Sponsors ESP (European Sports Prestige) Cars and Servicing, who have come on board this year.

17/02/11 - Sponsorship deal announced

Long Eaton Swimming Club are delighted to welcome Major Sponsors, Long Eaton based ESP Cars and Servicing, standing for “European Sports Prestige”. The swimmers were invited to the recent opening of the area’s largest indoor Car Supermarket, which includes Sales, MoT and Servicing, Bodywork Smart repairs and In-Car Entertainment.

ESP Servicing showroom is located on Wilsthorpe Road, formerly Concordia, less than a mile from the Club’s base at West Park Leisure Centre.

The Swimming Club enjoyed their day sampling he ultra-large Scalextric track, the Formula One simulator, drink and mince pies on offer, with aspirations of one day driving their dream car away from the showroom.

30/11/10 - Ellé swims to success

Ellé Pryce is celebrating a successful year of competition, in June this year she represented Long Eaton Swimming Club at the Midland Age Group Awards in Coventry, achieving top 8 positions in both her events.

Travelling across the region to compete, Ellé took part in the Leicester Penguins Open Meet earlier this year. Swimming in the 11 Years age category, she enjoyed success with personal bests and a top county ranking position in 50 metres freestyle, plus number two county ranking in 50 metres backstroke.

17/11/10 - British National Masters

Long Eaton Swimming Club’s Rebecca Fox (pictured right) was in determined mood as she entered the pool at Ponds Forge at the recent British National Masters, for her first race of the weekend, the 100 metres freestyle. A change of race tactics not only saw her achieve a lifetime best but a new British record in the 30-34 year age group, with a time of 58.53 seconds.  She followed this up with another gold medal in the 50 metres freestyle and silver in the 50 metres butterfly.

There were bronze medals for Elizabeth Simpson (35-39 age group) in the 100 and 200 metres Butterfly. Other Long Eaton swimmers, Helen Akers, Mary Holland and Laura Marinelli, along with Dave Akers and Chief Coach, Spencer George, were swimming throughout the weekend, all notching up season’s bests and even lifetime bests for  Laura and Mary.

Meanwhile a very large Squad were at the Belper Open Meet at Derby’s Queen’s Leisure Centre, where an excellent team effort resulted in Long Eaton carrying off the “Top Club” Award. The Squad Coaches were all very pleased with the commitment and team spirit shown throughout the gala, and the excellent results, with many Personal Best Times, are a reflection of all the hard work that is taking place at training sessions. Most of the swimmers won at least one trophy and for some it was their first Open Meet trophy.

First place trophies went to Chloe Scattergood, Chantelle Ridgway, Chloe Blaydon, Josephine Parker, William Barker, George Barker, Samuel Frearson and Ryan Cendrowski.

17/08/10 - End of Season Round-up

Swimmers from Long Eaton Swimming Club rounded off a busy year with successes at the end of season meets that they recently took part in.

Helen Akers and Rebecca Fox returned earlier this week from the World Masters Swimming Championships in Gothenburg, Sweden, where after three days of competition the pair came away with some very impressive results. In the 35-39 year old age group Helen came 13th in the 100metres freestyle, 11th in the 50metres and 7th in the 200metres. In the 30-34 year old age group, Becky came 5th in the 50metres freestyle, equal 4th in the 50metres butterfly and collected a bronze medal for her third place in the 100metres freestyle.

For 14 year old Kevin Wallbank who trains with the Derventio Excel County Squad it was a successful climax to his season with the British Gas Age Group National Championships at Sheffield’s Ponds Forge pool, where he was a member of a very successful relay squad who improved on their entry times and made the finals in all their events, making it to bronze medal position in the 4 by 200metres freestyle. Kevin also swam in the 200metres butterfly where he once again swam a personal best time.

The Northampton and Chesterfield Open meets saw personal bests for most swimmers who competed. At Northampton, Mischa Menzies reaped the rewards for the busiest weekend with 2 gold medals and a further six top three finishes. There were gold medals for Josephine Parker (3), Rebecca Fox (2) and Callum Henley. Finishing in top three positions were Greg Cherry (3), Chloe Scattergood (3), Callum Henley (3), Francesca Harris (2), and Josephine Parker, Chantelle Ridgway and Katherine Williamson.

At the Chesterfield Summer Splash Open Meet Tyler-Anne Black was on a winning streak, taking eight first places. Again Mischa Menzies was in action, this time taking five first places and a further five top three placings. Other winners were Francesca Harris (2), Joshua Bestwick and Joshua Langfield.

Along with further awards for Francesca (2) and Joshua Langfield (1), others that finished in the top three were Beatrice Roberts (4), Chloe Scattergood (2), Matthew Cartwright (2), Ryan Cendrowski and Christopher Stray.

The swimmers are now taking a well earned rest, to return for the start of next season which will continue to build on the successes of this last year and move forward to help more swimmers reach their potential and enjoy the experience of being part of a successful team.

21/07/10 - British Sprint Triathlon Championships

Long Eaton Swimming Club senior swimmer and Coach, Greg Cherry, has earned a place at the 2010 Triathlon World Championships in Budapest in September, after competing in the British Sprint Triathlon Championships at Emberton Park, near Milton Keynes. There were 650 competitors in the event which consisted of a 750metre open water swim, a 20 kilometre cycle ride, finishing with a 5 kilometre run.  Greg completed this gruelling event in a time of 1 hour 3 minutes and 27 seconds, finishing in 33rd place, but, more importantly, 7th in his own Age group category, gaining one of the twelve places to represent Great Britain in Budapest.

The swim will take place in a bay off the river Danube with the bike race on a closed section of highway around the city, before then running along the Danube, crossing a bridge and finishing in the centre of Budapest.