Quirindi High School's twilight swimming carnival proved to be a hugely popular event with over 400 students of all ages turning out to see a whopping seven records tumble throughout the evening.
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Bella Pollard, Annabelle and Sam Avard along with the seniors girls relay team all set new marks on the day which also included fun events, free swim time, team war cries and a BBQ lunch provided by the QHS P&C.
“It was enriching to witness students united in team spirit as they cheered on the athletic endeavours of their peers," QHS principal Mr Worley said
"Well done to all our students and thank you to all our volunteer teachers, the P&C and the dedicated lifeguards who also had an exceptionally long day."
The school's decision to fund 12 months of ‘free access’ to both the Quirindi and Werris Creek pools and Quirindi gym for all enrolled Quirindi High School students is also proving a success with a large number of students entering events at the swimming carnival.
“We made the unique decision to fund our students year-long access, to encourage more of our students to learn to swim and to promote healthy lifestyles," Mr Worley said.
"The funding program also enables equality access to community facilities for our students and ensures the continued use of community facilities.”
Mr Worley added: “The event was also a popular community event with many parents/carers attending before and after work to cheer on their students," Mr Worley said.
"Well done to all involved, it takes a focused effort to coordinate an event like this and its was a terrific day all round."
RECORDS
- Bella Pollard set a new record in the 13 years girls 50 metre freestyle event with a time of 31.56 seconds.
- Bella Pollard set a new record in the 13 years girls 50 metres butterfly with a time of 33.62.
- QHS Senior Girls 50 metre freestyle team: Bella Pollard, Nicole Rea, Katie Martin and Lilly Nicholls set a record with a time of 2.18.84.
- Annabelle Avard set a record in the 15 years girls 50 metre butterfly with a time of 35.82.
- Annabelle Avard set a new record in the 15 years girls 50 metre backstroke with a time of 38.22.
- Sam Avard set a new record in the 17+ years boys 50 metre butterfly saw with a time of 30.31.
- Sam Avard set a new record in the 17+ years boys 100 metre freestyle with a time of 1.03.68.
