Author: Jay Loureiro

Race Night on Tuesday 23^rd November with White Squad went wonderfully well.

Coach Leon encouraged all swimmers to practice what they had been working on in training. This race night provided a great opportunity to see how each swimmers stroke technique and race skills are developing under race conditions. I addressed the group about racing, being part of Team ABB, showing support for each other and having a few nerves was a positive feeling.

What happened next was great fun. Swimmers full of smiles, cheering each other on and challenging themselves to their best. The energy was super. Great effort White Squad and Coach Leon.

I would also like to thank Meredith Wang for compiling the Certificates, so our swimmers could share the joy with their Parents.

Go Team ABB!

Amanda Isaac

Congratulations to our 15 speedy swimmers who raced at SMNE on the weekend.

For most of you it was your first competition post COVID. Your patience and dedication to improving at training certainly paid off at the meet.

As coaches we really enjoyed the weekend and seeing you bring your best energy to every race.

We spoke on Friday morning about the meet, how to go about it and how we will support each other throughout the two days. See the pic attached for details.

It was outstanding to see you apply what you have been doing in training and do it with a smile on your face.

Team ABB Spirit award for the meet: Shaun Champion

Congratulations Shaun. We want to recognise your positive attitude and application to racing. Making improvements from Saturday to Sunday is a great example of KAIZEN. You are a great example of a learner. We also want to recognise every swimmers contribution. Everyone showed their Team ABB spirit in their own style and that is what we want to see.

We look forward to Junior Metros, Virtual Australian Short Course and State Champs for 13 years+ in December.

At Abbotsleigh swimming club our Athletes had the chance to come dress up as who and whatever they wanted. These activities allow the swimmers to dream, and use their imagination. A chance to do something different that might or might not reflect their personality or interests. Either way everyone is accepted and welcomed within the team. Everyone got together from our Junior Athletes to our Senior Athletes. It was amazing to see everyone involved. Thank you also to the parents for supporting and engaging with this activity.

A moment of fun and laughter. Go Team ABB!!!