Sandbach Sharks have recently had a visit from some of the Beijing Team GB swimmers.
Those attending were:
Kerri-ann Payne - the Olympic silver medallist in the 10km open water event, as well as this she also swam in both the 200 and 400 IM, making the semi-final in the 200 IM. Kerri-ann has represented Great Britain at numerous Commonwealth Games and European championships.
James Goddard - the new European champion at 200 IM and is also European bronze medallist in the 100 IM. James was briefly a bronze medallist at the Athens Olympics until a decision to DQ the eventual winner Aaron Peirsol was somewhat dubiously overturned. This unfortunate decision relegated James a multiple Commonwealth Games medallist and British record holder to fourth place.
David Carry - multiple Commonwealth Games medallist for Scotland in both 400 free and IM, He is the also the current British and Scottish record holder for the 400 free. David is a regular Team GB or team Scotland swimmer on the world stage.
The Olympians started with a question and answer session from the Sharks, followed by a warm up, and 'inpool' training session lasting for over an hour. Over 50 Sharks were in attendance, and they were split into 3 groups for the training, each olympian having a group each. These were rotated so that each group got to train with all 3 olympians.
Afterwards, there was another question and answer session, this time for the parents, followed by pictures and autographs.
The session was extremely enjoyable for the children and parents alike. It was great to see everyone taking such an interest with so many questions!
Sandbach Sharks is a competitive swimming club. We swim against other local and district clubs in leagues, invitation galas and open (individual) meetings. We also hold an annual Club Championship with presentations to all swimmers at a social evening.
Our swimmers are divided up into groups (squads) according to age and ability. The coaches ensure every swimmer achieves his or her full potential by progressing you through the different squads.
Contact: Phil Walsh
Tel: 07904 782213 or 01270 505617
Email: info@sandbachsharks.co.uk
Website: www.sandbachsharks.co.uk
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