Swim Meet @UISG

UISG hosted a swim meet on the 19th September with invited guests, Clifford International School (CIS) and Lady Eleanor Holles (LEH). The purpose was to introduce our swimmers to some early season competition and build stronger relationships with schools of a similar standard. The setting at the pool was amazing, the weather played its part and both objectives were achieved.

UISG got off to a flying start winning 8 of the first 10 races, highlighting our strength in the Individual Medley and Butterfly events. This was backed up by consistent wins throughout the meet in the Backstroke, Breaststroke and Freestyle events, allowing for a return of 29 wins from 49 races. This included 5 victories in the 8 Medley and Freestyle relay events, to complete a fine afternoon in the pool, highlighting an overall improvement in the swim program at our school. This is down to a dedicated approach from our swimmers, coaches and parents.

Swim Meet

It was a fantastic team effort and great to see our swimmers supporting each other in the various races. It was also pleasing to see some students competing in a swimming gala for the first time, whilst others challenged themselves in new events. Everyone performed well and there were some outstanding individual performances. The following swimmers recorded 1st places in their respective heats:

4 wins – Justin Kuo
3 wins – Carina Zhang, Michael Jia
2 wins – Esther Zhang, Karin Okumura, Alaina Wang
1 win – Mikayla Verb, Frank Whiston, Samuel Whiston, Kieran MacLachlan, JongHo Lee, Elsa Hou, Zack Hsiao, Nano Tanaka

Thank you to everyone who helped make the gala a huge success. Mr Ryan and the Athletics department, the facilities team, the teachers and admin staff, the swim coaches, the lifeguards and ayis, the parents who came out to support, CIS and LEH, and lastly, to our wonderful swimmers, who performed so well.