SPORT Swimming
MiC: Olivia Austin Managers: Keri Campbell, Elaine Tang Coach: Lili-Fox Mason We have been delighted to welcome Lili-Fox Mason as the coach for our boys’ season, focusing on endurance, strength, and speed training. Much of the swimming training is dedicated to refining stroke technique. This includes drills focusing on body position, arm movement, kick technique, and breathing. Lili-Fox provides feedback and corrections to help swimmers improve their form. The boys enjoy working on their speed through drills and sets designed to increase their pace over shorter distances. There are often competitions for the boys to beat their personal bests and it is gratifying to witness their achievements throughout the term. With a diverse range of swimming abilities among our students, we have tailored specific swimming plans to accommodate both advanced and basic levels of training. Our pool facilities are perfectly suited to our requirements, drawing boys from all year levels together for training sessions. Many boys participate in training as part of their Duke of Edinburgh programme, showcasing their dedication to sports and personal improvement. In Term 1, our school is always abuzz with House Swimming Sports, and competitions held beyond the school gates. Congratulations to Julius House for emerging as the champion of the 2024 Swimming Sports. It is heartwarming to witness the passion and unwavering dedication of the boys who participate in both racing and supporting their peers during these events.
Luke Manderson Luke had an outstanding season, winning the 15 years 50m freestyle at the NZ Schools meet and setting a Canterbury record in the same event at the Canterbury Schools Championships. He placed 4th in the 100m freestyle and 100m individual medley and contributed to the success of both the 6th-placed medley relay team and the bronze medal-winning freestyle relay team. Luke’s efforts were recognised with Swimming Colours. CANTERBURY SCHOOLS SUCCESS In addition to their success at the NZ Secondary Schools Championships, the swimmers excelled at the Canterbury Schools Championships, setting records and dominating relay events. This year has been an outstanding one for swimming at Christ’s College. The team’s achievements at both regional and national levels are a testament to their dedication and hard work. We are proud of their performances and look forward to seeing their continued success in the pool. Olivia Austin MiC Swimming
INDIVIDUAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS U14 1st Tim Zhao 2nd Joe Langley Shields 3rd Tom Wilson Junior 1st Harry Reekie 2nd Jake Boyd 3rd Thomas Cave Intermediate 1st Mun Chi Jager 2nd Luke Manderson 3rd Justin Wang Senior 1st Finlay McCullough 2nd Edward Elworthy 3rd Logan Connolly/George Zhang This year, five Christ’s College swimmers represented the school at the NZ Secondary Schools Swimming Championships. The event attracted 660 competitors from 154 schools nationwide. Our swimmers performed exceptionally well, achieving multiple personal
bests and bringing home medals in individual and team events. One of the highlights of the meet was the 16 and over 4x50m freestyle relay team. Comprised of Rylind Wheeler, Mun Chi Jager, Harry Reekie, and Luke Manderson, the team secured 3rd place in New Zealand – a remarkable achievement, considering they were competing against older swimmers. INDIVIDUAL HIGHLIGHTS Justin Wang Justin competed in the 15 years 200m backstroke, finishing 10th. He was also part of the 16 and over medley relay team, which placed 6th. Rylind Wheeler Rylind earned a bronze medal in the 4x50m freestyle relay and a silver in the 16 years 200m breaststroke. He also placed 4th in the 16 years 100m breaststroke and achieved two additional top-six finishes. Rylind’s consistency and excellence earned him Swimming Colours.
Mun Chi Jager Mun Chi demonstrated his versatility with four top-10 finishes. He was an integral part of the 6th-placed medley relay team and the bronze medal-winning freestyle relay team. At the Canterbury Schools Championships earlier in the year, Mun Chi won the 15 years 50m butterfly and contributed to record- breaking relay performances, including the 15 years freestyle relay team that set a Canterbury record. Mun Chi’s efforts were recognised with Swimming Colours.
Harry Reekie Harry shone with a 3rd place finish in the 14 years 50m freestyle, 4th in the 200m freestyle, and 5th in the 100m freestyle. He also swam the anchor leg for the bronze medal- winning freestyle relay team. At the Canterbury Schools Championships, Harry added a 2nd place finish in the 14 years 50m freestyle to his list of achievements, earning him Swimming Colours.
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