Moreton Bay Swimming Club Thrives on Day Three of Queensland State Championships
Day three of the Queensland State Swimming Championships was a spectacular day for Moreton Bay Swimming Club (MBS), as our swimmers continued to impress with strong performances in the heats and finals.
Morning Highlights:
In the morning heats, MBS swimmers competed in 14 events, achieving 8 personal bests (PBs) and advancing five swims to the finals. The swim of the morning went to Sienna Parkes, who delivered an incredible 11.5-second PB in the 400m Individual Medley (IM), clocking 5:11.75 and securing her spot in the final.
Finals Session Highlights:
The evening session saw more exceptional performances, including podium finishes and significant PBs:
- Siena Gibson kicked off the finals with a strong performance in the 100m Freestyle, earning the bronze medal. With just 25 minutes of recovery, she returned for the gruelling 200m Butterfly and delivered a sensational swim to claim gold.
- Rebecca Whiting, one of MBS’s rising stars, showcased her determination in the 400m IM, achieving an impressive 8.38-second PB and placing 6th in a competitive field.
- Rose Purcell, known for her distance prowess, surprised everyone in the 100m Butterfly final with a strong sprint effort, finishing 6th.
- Sienna Parkes built on her outstanding heat swim with another stellar effort in the 400m IM final, improving by nearly 15 seconds from her entry time to take the bronze medal.
- The swim of the night went to distance specialist Rose Purcell, who dominated the 800m Freestyle, winning gold with an 8-second PB in a commanding performance.
Acknowledging the Team Effort:
These remarkable results are a testament to the swimmers’ dedication and resilience, as well as the exceptional coaching by Kevin and Rick, who continue to guide our athletes to new heights.
Day three was filled with triumphs and showcased the depth of talent within MBS. Congratulations to all swimmers for their incredible performances and for representing the club with pride.
Stay tuned as we look forward to even more exciting moments in the days ahead!
