The 2019-20 swimming season was one full of new experiences for Karla’s Swim Team members.
The team, which is made up of mostly Narrabri swimmers, was welcomed to a new home when it chose to swim for the Wee Waa Swimming Club,
The local swimmers were then enjoying a successful season when the back end of the campaign was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
However the young guns at Karla’s Swim Team still made the most of their time in the pool and represented themselves and the Wee Waa Swim Club in fine fashion both in and out of the water.
Karla’s Swim Team head coach Karla Carruthers said that she was proud of her team’s efforts this season.
Carruthers recently named her 2019-20 season award recipients.
The recipients are as follows:
Male swimmer of the year – Harrison Bennett:
“Harry has had an incredible 2019-20 season,” coach Carruthers said.
“Harry has a phenomenal work ethic and has the ability to work consciously everyday towards his goals.
“This season Harry has proven he is one of the best swimmers our area has ever produced for his age, breaking numerous area records some of which were over 20 years old.
“Harry loves to race and he thrives off the thrill of competition.
“As always it is very rewarding and fun to coach Harry and to be a part of his journey. Can’t wait to see what you can do next year champ.”
Female swimmer of the year – Tayla Nott:
“Tayla’s attitude towards training, her team mates, her coach , competition and achieving her goals this year has been outstanding,” coach Carruthers said.
“She has applied herself to her training program and found an inner confidence to believe in herself a little more when racing.
“2020 was Tayla’s first time swimming at NSW Country.
“I am very excited to continue to work with Tayla next season.”
Female training award winner – Lilly Burford:
“Lilly has been one of my most consistent swimmers over the past five years, she rarely misses sessions,” coach Carruthers said.
“Lilly works hard in training and this year in particular we have seen some massive improvements in her racing / times.
“She attends all practises with a great attitude.
“Lilly maintained a high fitness level both in and out of the pool this summer.
“So proud of you Lil, each year you keep getting so much stronger.”
Male training award winner – Jack Lowick:
“Jack took his training to the next level this year,” coach Carruthers said.
“He consistently shows up daily and often stays behind at the end of the session to talk to me, ask questions and is eager to do more work.
“Jack was always on time for training – he responds very well to morning sessions.
“Jacko pushed himself hard during most sessions and proved in his racing that results come from hard work.”
Most improved award winner – Ali Murray:
“Ali has improved in all aspects of her swimming this season, from consistent attendance at training, participation at carnivals and swimming faster each weekend,” coach Carruthers said.
“I have really enjoyed watching her confidence grow throughout the season and was so happy to see Ali win senior girl champion at her school carnival.”
Most improved award winner – Liam Nott:
“This season Liam’s effort and attendance at training has been 100 per cent,” coach Carruthers said.
“He made huge improvements in all of his strokes and personal best times.
“I’m very proud of how well he swam and how much he improved this season.”
Junior swim star award winner – Samantha Murray:
“Samantha was a regular on the carnival circuit this summer and achieved some fantastic results,” coach Carruthers said.
“Her attitude and resilience at training was outstanding.”
Junior swim star award winner – Nate Dewson:
“New to squad this year, Nate quickly secured his place in the team,” coach Carruthers said.
“He dropped huge amounts of time off all his events.
“Nate finished his season off strong with a NSW State/Country qualifying time for next year.
“I can’t wait to see what next season brings for Nate.”
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