MBS Concludes a Stellar Campaign at the Queensland State Swimming Championships

The final day of the Queensland State Swimming Championships was a true test of resilience for the Moreton Bay Swimming Club (MBS). After a grueling week, our athletes powered through 24 swims on Day 7, achieving 11 personal bests (PBs) and showcasing their unwavering determination and grit.

Morning Heats – Finishing Strong:
Coaches Rick and Kevin emphasized the importance of recovery, nutrition, and focus as the championships drew to a close, and the swimmers delivered some remarkable results:

• In the 50m Breaststroke, Hugh Perry dropped 1.2 seconds, William Gregory achieved a 1.1-second PB, and Angus Cran posted a massive 2.9-second PB.
• The 200m Freestyle saw more standout performances: Rebecca Whiting shaved 3.4 seconds off her time, Annika Kobus achieved a 0.7-second PB, and Angus Cran dropped another 1.9 seconds. Harry Gibson continued his phenomenal improvement in the event, dropping 1.7 seconds to clock 2:08.0—bringing his total improvement this season to a staggering 12 seconds!

Finals Session – Strong Finishes:
The evening finals brought more inspiring swims:

• Emily Robson backed up her heat swim with another PB, finishing 10th in the 50m Breaststroke.
• Amani Alobaidli delivered a fantastic performance in the 100m Backstroke, finishing 6th with a time of 1:05.0.
• Ashton Little demonstrated grit in the 200m Individual Medley (IM), achieving a 2.32-second PB and finishing 8th.
• Siena Gibson capped off her incredible meet with a silver medal and PB in the 100m Butterfly, marking another standout achievement.
• The championships ended on a high note, as Rose Purcell dominated the 1500m Freestyle, winning gold with an astonishing 26-second PB, a true demonstration of her distance prowess.

A Championship to Remember:
Over the seven days of competition, MBS swimmers delivered exceptional results:

• 179 swims across the meet.
• 98 personal bests, a reflection of the hard work, preparation, and commitment of our athletes and coaches.
• A medal haul that included multiple golds, silvers, and bronzes, highlighting the depth and breadth of talent in our squad.

Thank You and Looking Ahead:
The championships wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless dedication of our coaches, Rick and Kevin, who have guided and inspired our swimmers every step of the way. A huge thank you also goes to our families, supporters, and volunteers for their unwavering encouragement throughout the week.

Congratulations to all our swimmers for an outstanding championship campaign. The achievements, PBs, and resilience shown in and out of the pool have made this meet one to remember. We’re already looking forward to the next challenge—see you back at training soon!