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Canterhall squad members Niamh Swailes and Hannah Brown became Swimming Times reporters – for one day only!
The girls produced an article providing a “competitors-eye” view of the National “Diddy League” Final. The piece featured prominently as part of the magazine’s coverage of the event.
Their excellent work is reproduced below (with permission).
Great work girls!
Featured in Swimming Times January 2016 edition.
The “Fantabulous” Junior Inter League National Final
A competitor’s-eye view by Niamh Swailes and Hannah Brown
“Fantabulous”, “awesome”, “mint”, “tiring”, “extravaganza”, and “unreal”. These were just some of the words our team used to describe the National Junior Inter League final.
The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement before the gala began. The teams paraded around the pool dancing and chanting. Some clubs even brought musical instruments to encourage their swimmers including drums and vuvuzelas, Gateshead and Whickham didn’t need any instruments because they had Niamh and Hannah! There was so much noise most people could’ve been slightly deaf by the end of the day, we definitely had a sore throat from shouting so much!
It was a great experience which brought to life our team spirit once again. Everyone was cheering for each other, wishing “good luck” and saying “well done” and getting everyone psyched up for their race by shouting for them at the blocks. The competition was very tough, but we didn’t let that get to us.
There was lots of talent in the pool, there were even some records broken! The relays were the highlight of the day, especially the Cannon. The tension was high and you felt the pressure when you stepped on the blocks. You feel so determined to do well and make your team mates proud.
But no one let their team down, with all the swimmers trying their best. You could tell the coaches and swimmers had put in a lot of effort and hard work in the lead up to the final. Everyone’s kicks were strong and powerful, and streamlines were on point. There were some brilliant takeovers and all the swimmers looked like they knew what they were doing… thanks to the coaches!
When the gala was over and we were waiting for the results, dance music boomed out of the speakers and the whole of pool side was filled with laughter and joy. Everyone danced to the music, including classics like the Macarena. Even parents and coaches joined in. One of Gateshead and Whickham’s coaches, Ross Bradley, danced so hard on the first song that he ended up lying on the ground!
After the crazy dancing was over it was time for the presentation. There were awards for: the best girl and boy in each age group and overall; the Cannon winners and first to eighth place. Guildford were the winners, with Stockport as runners up.
It was a great performance by all the clubs and everyone should be very proud. Well done to all the swimmers! We can’t wait for next year!
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The Neptune Pool, Ormesby Rd, Middlesbrough, Yorkshire TS3 7RP
Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th December 2015
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The Louisa Centre, Front Street, Stanley, County Durham DH9 0TE
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December 2015
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Christmas is nearly upon us and it wouldn’t be Christmas without our traditional Christmas party 🙂
The theme of the night this year is simply “Who’s got the best Christmas jumper!!!”
Sunday 20th December 2015
6pm – 7pm (games for learner groups) and 7pm – 11pm (disco for all)
Venue – Teams Social Club, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2SJ
Entry – £2 per adult and £1 per child – tickets via squad reps.
There’ll be fun and games for all so book the date in your diary and come and get into the Christmas spirit.
If A squad, B squad and C2B squad members could bring sweet foods and C+, C and learners to bring savoury foods for the buffet, thanks.
And finally donations of raffle prizes for the evening will be much appreciated – again please pass to Squad Reps or any member of the Committee.
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Our Diddy team were in action at the Corby International Pool at the Diddy Grand Final for the first time in our history. The coaches and Club are really pleased with the effort and performances of all the swimmers who competed and grateful to everyone who travelled down to support the team. We eventually finished 6th against some very strong opposition.
Well done everyone, you did us proud!!
And here are the Diddy Results from each of the events.
Also photos from the event can be found http://www.everybodysmile.biz/mrcphoto/evnts/index.php
The password is ARENAGF15
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Dear Diddy League Grand Finalists
We’re only in the GRAND FINAL……..Come on Team GAW!!!
In the final we’ll be competing against the following teams:
City of Norwich SC
GATESHEAD & WHICKHAM
Northampton SC
Stockport Metro SC
Guildford SC
City of Leeds SC
Plymouth Leander SC
Southport SC
Any problems please let me know asap.
Jill – 07946 565289
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Please see below swimmers who have been selected to compete in the Grand final of the Diddy League.
Name | Squad | Name | Squad | |
Girls 9 Years Team | Boys 9 Years Team | |||
Elif Celikay | C+ | Jude Reid | C+ | |
Emma Finlay | C+ | Lewis Ramsey | C+ | |
Lily Douglas | C+ | Angelo Giani Contini | C+ | |
Katrina Ho | C+ | Matthew Dunn | C+ | |
Naomi Parker | Canterhall | |||
Girls 10 Years Team | Boys 10 Years Team | |||
Ellie Houghton | C+ | James Mason-Douglas | C2B | |
Lydia Sultman | C+ | Fintan Airey | C2B | |
Jessica Cottee | Canterhall | Evan Sordy | C2B | |
Laura Cottee | Canterhall | |||
Girls 11 Years Team | Boys 11 Years Team | |||
Ella Watson | Canterhall | Adam Barrett | Canterhall | |
Hannah Brown | Canterhall | Adam Strickland | Canterhall | |
Niamh Swailes | Canterhall | Jamie Young | Canterhall | |
Melanie Charlton | Canterhall | Ryan Zhao | Canterhall | |
Girls 12 Years Team | Boys 12 Years Team | |||
Molly Finley | Canterhall | Alex Griffiths | Canterhall | |
Freya Kirtley | Canterhall | |||
Milli Blythe | Canterhall |
Ages are as 31.12.15 – 10, 11 & 12yrs TeamsNotes: Ages are as 29.11.15 – 9yrs Team
Gala Venue, Dates and Times
Grand Final
Corby International Pool, Parkland Gateway, George Street, Corby, Northants, NN17 1QB
Sun 29th November, Warm up at 12:30pm
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Tynemouth Pool, Beach Rd, North Shields NE29 9PX
Sunday 29th November 2015
Newcastle ST Invitational Shrimp Meet Nov 2015 RESULTS
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Sunderland Aquatics Centre
Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd November 2015
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We’ve arranged a trip to this year’s Xmas panto (well it’s the royal we 🙂 as its Mrs Griffiths who’s done all the hard work)- and yes we know its early but as the Coke Cola ad says “Christmas is coming….”.
Its next Wednesday evening (25th November) at 7pm at Newcastle Theatre Royal and we’ve negotiated a discounted price so tickets are only £15pp.
We have a small number of tickets remaining so if you want some, please contact Joanne Griffiths as soon as possible!!!!
Huge good luck to our diddy league team today at Tynemouth. Enjoy it! A photo from the archives… #TeamGAW pic.twitter.com/ojkvRowHyy
About a year ago from Gateshead and Whickham Swimming's Twitter via Twitter for iPhone
Conan rounds out his first SNAGS @ScottishSwim with a fantastic 🥉 in the 800 freestyle! #TeamGAW pic.twitter.com/7h3e1w5M83
About a year ago from Gateshead and Whickham Swimming's Twitter via Twitter for iPhone
@wragbags @morpeth_asc @TynemouthASC Is that Becki in the pool? She must’ve been swimming in 1984
About a year ago from Gateshead and Whickham Swimming's Twitter via Twitter for iPhone
Thank you @ScottishSwim for a great meet up in Aberdeen. @morpeth_asc thanks for looking after Conan on days 1 and 2. Conan has had a great first SNAGS (with 3 finals thus far) and is looking forward to the 100 and 800 freestyle this afternoon to finish it off. #TeamGAW pic.twitter.com/HJx2np6jfX
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It was great to see a club record 27 swimmers turn out to morning training at Elswick International Aquatic Centre. It must be the Coach K factor! #TeamGAW pic.twitter.com/pYDg3c8DKr
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