The event was a showcase of dedication and skill, with several standout performances recognised through the presentation of prestigious trophies.
Ethan Marks was honoured with the Hancock Trophy for Men’s Open 200m Freestyle, the Corowa (Civic) Bowls Club Trophy for Men’s 100m Open Freestyle, and the NB and JA Smith Trophy for Boys Open 50m Freestyle.
Bridie Ray received the J Irwin and Corowa (Civic) Bowls Club Trophy for Girls 100m Open Freestyle, the Frederick Trophy for Girls 13/14 years 100m Freestyle, and the R & L Willett Trophy for Girls Open 50m Freestyle.
Austin Lees was recognised with the Fallon Trophy for Boys 9/10 years 50m Freestyle and the Reward for Effort Trophy, for attending the most club training, swimming meets and club nights which was shared with fellow club swimmer Violet Kiely. Violet was also honoured with the Witherden-Warhurst Trophy for Girls 9/10 years 50m Freestyle. Tahli Ray excelled in the Girls 15/16 100m Freestyle and received the Dooley Trophy.
Lucas Bellette was awarded the Wilson Trophy for his outstanding efforts in the Boys 13/14 years 100m Freestyle.
Imogen Letchford received the Wright Family Trophy for the Girls 17 years 50m Freestyle event, while Lily Kiely was awarded the Neils of Corowa Trophy for the Girls Open 200m Freestyle and the Lions Club Trophy for the Girls 11/12 years Freestyle.
Samuel Bellette clinched the Lions Club Boys 11/12 years 100m Freestyle title. Marshall Lees secured the Poidevin Trophy for Most Improved intermediate swimmer (up to 11yrs) for the second consecutive year, and Matilda Park won the Graeme Phibbs Trophy for achieving the highest aggregate point score.
The Corowa Sharks Swimming Club expresses gratitude to the generous sponsors who supported these awards and helped acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the swimmers.
Congratulations to all the winners for their outstanding achievements at the Presentation Night.
Coaches report
The coaches have been very impressed with the swimmers’ ability to adapt and focus on improving their stroke techniques, fitness, speed, and swimming etiquette.
Congratulations to the swimmers who have had success at club, school, association, and state meets.
It is very pleasing for the coaches to see positive results for the hard work the swimmers perform at training sessions. The most wonderful experience for your coaches is to see friendships develop over the season and everyone having fun.
The Sharks are currently in recess for April and begin winter training on Monday, April 29th. There are still places available in the junior squads.
If you are interested in having a ‘try-out' and can swim 25m please contact us via our Facebook group or call one of the coaches on 0458 080 405 or 0408 991 708.