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2010 Swimming Taranaki Senior Camp

41 Taranaki swimmers had successful camp under Donna Bouzaid's guidance.

Brydie Whitehead success in Trans Tasman Series

Brydie wins bronze in 200m backstroke in final test against Australia

The 10,000 Hour Conundrum

Parents and caregivers come and listen to Clive Power speak during the Taranaki Winter champs in Stratford.

Taranaki Junior Camp

A successful Junior Camp was held last weekend at the TSB pool in Stratford

Clive Wheeler adds Gayton Trophy to his list of awards

At last nights Swimming Taranaki AGM Clive Wheeler was awarded the Gayton Trophy

Basic Skills for Club Coaches

Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 September, 1-5pm each day at Bel Block Aquatic Centre

Taranaki Records fall at BOP Champs

Julian Weir, Ben Nelson and Glenn Anderson set new Taranaki Records last weekend at the BOP champs, Mt Maunganui

Grand Prix Team Set to Rule the Pool

Grand Prix team heads to Taupo on Saturday to compete against swimmers from Bay of Plenty, Hawkes Bay/Poverty Bay and Waikato.

Taranaki Swimmers in Winning Form at Grand Prix Finale

We were by far the smallest team but proved we could mix it at the top.

Clive Wheeler, Sue Southgate and Kevin Glentworth pick up SNZ Awards

Congratulations to Clive who received an Honours Award and Sue and Kevin a Service Award

Julian Weir smashes own Taranaki record in the first night of finals

The first day of the NZ Age Group Short Course Champs had Taranaki swimmers in finals and a Taranaki record broken.

Taranaki swimmers continue to break records at the NZ Age Group Champs

Highlights from day two and three in Wellington.

Project Vanguard Phase 3 in New Plymouth

If you want to have your say in the direction swimming in our region and NZ should take read on ..

Webby Breaks NZ Record in Style

Charlotte has smashed her NZ Record in the 200m butterfly in a time of 2:09.97 at the FINA World Cup in Tokyo.

Jay Cadman-Kennedy Takes Bronze in NZ 5km Pool Champs

Congratulations to Jay Cadman-Kennedy of Inglewood Swimming Club

Two Elite Swimmers in Taranaki Now Carded

Congratulations to Charlotte Webby who has joined Dylan Dunlop-Barrett on the carded list of swimmers in NZ.

Celebration for Sue Southgate

A group of 35 swimmers, parents, friends and coaches enjoyed dinner at Eden Cafe last night in honour of Sue's latest achievement - Taranaki Coach of the Year for a third consecutive year.

Taranaki 12/U Summer Champs finished on a high note

Ninety nine swimmers raced hard over the weekend in the TSB pool, Stratford for medals, ribbons and qualifying times to their national meets.

2010 Elite Camp White Water Rafting photos now on web

take a look under Taranaki Centre-Photo Gallery-2010 Elite Camp.

2010 Elite Camp White Water Rafting photos now on the web

take a look on Taranaki Centre-Photo Gallery-2010 Elite Camp

Junior National Team Ready to Rumble in the Wellington Pool

Our Junior National team are heading down to Wellington on Friday to compete in the NZ Junior Nationals over the weekend.

Ruby Scott gains a Bronze Medal at NZ Junior Nationals

Ruby Scott (Aquabladz Taranaki) secured a bronze medal in the 11yr girls 200m backstroke in a record time of 2.41.38 previous time of 2.47.55 held by Anna Barclay in 2001.

Julian Weir Takes Gold and Smashes TR Record at NAGs

Julian celebrated his 15th birthday last night by taking out the gold medal in the boys 15yr 50m backstroke in a new Taranaki record time of 27.99 beating his previous time of 28.90.

Seven Taranaki records broken at NAGs

Julian Weir broke four records, Ryan Cooper one and the boys 15/U freestyle and medley teams one each.

Check out the fantastic photos from 2011 Flannagan Cup day

Go to Flannagan Cup 2011 and enjoy the slide show!

Dylan Dunlop-Barrett takes home the Gold!

The first day of the NZ Open LC Championships held in Auckland saw Dylan Dunlop-Barrett absolutely smash his 400m freestyle Taranaki record in a time of 3:51.27 taking almost four seconds off his 2010 time.

Dylan Dunlop-Barrett took Gold and NZ Record in 800m Freestyle

Tonight was definitely Dylan's night with a superb solo performance beating the 20 year old national record of the great Dayon Loader in winning the 800m freestyle.

Silver and Bronze for Taranaki at the NZ Open Championships

Charlotte Webby and Bianca Bradley won silver and bronze in the 200m butterfly last night.

Dylan Dunlop-Barrett to Represent NZ at the FINA World Champs

Dylan was named in the 15 strong team to represent NZ at the FINA World Champs in Shanghai from 16-21 July. A fantastic finale to an awesome NZ Opens meet for Dylan.

Charlotte Webby selected in SNZ Team

Charlotte is heading to the World University Games in China in August

Julian Weir broke TR Record at Australian Age Group Champs

Last night Julian placed 8th in the 200m backstroke in a time of 2:10.86 setting a new Taranaki record along the way.

Prime Ministers Scholarship to Charlotte Webby

Charlotte was presented with a Priministers Scholarship last night in Wellington.

Sue Southgate on Coaching Team for World University Games

Congratulations to Sue Southgate who is travelling with Charlotte Webby to Shenzen, China to attend the World University Games from 14-19 August.

Six Way Meet Team Selected

Congratulations to the swimmers selected to represent Taranaki at the 2011 Six Way Meet in Palmerston North on Sunday 26 June. The team will be racing against Manawatu, Wairarapa and Wellington. Hawkes Bay/Poverty Bay and Wanganui are unable to attend this year.

Six Way Meet Success

Congratulations to the Taranaki Six Way Meet team for bringing home two trophies. Two Taranaki records fell - Ruby Scott (10-11yrs) for her 100m backstroke in a time of 1:14.43 previously Kaitlin Haami's 2007 record and Claudia Taylor's (9/Under) 100mIM in a time of 1:27.91, previously Ashley Rupapera's 2002 record.

Swimming Taranaki AGM Awards

There were four extremely happy ladies after the AGM on Wednesday evening.

Good Luck to the Taranaki NZ Division II team

A small team this year leave for Rotorua on Tuesday to compete in the SNZ Division II competition from 20-23 July.

And the Records keep falling

Day two of the Taranaki Winter Champs saw several new Taranaki Records set.

Final Day of Taranaki Winter Champs Record Tally

Another twoTaranaki records were set this morning at the TSB Pool, Stratford.

Bianca Bradley and Julian Weir selected for SNZ Youth Squad Camp

2011 Youth Squad Camps are confirmed at the Millennium Institute of Sport with the female camp scheduled for 8-11 October and the male camp 11-14 October.

Taranaki Has Six New Officials

Congratulations to the following Taranaki Officials who gained qualifications from SNZ Techncial advisors Ross Bragg and Dave Beattie at our Taranaki Winter Championships.

Grand Prix and Aquaknights camp

Rotorua is hosting the Central Swimming Grand Prix this weekend The fastest 16 swimmers in each event will be competing for prize money. Following on from this is the Aquaknights camp.

SNZ XLR8 Points Winners for September/October months

Congratulations to Joshua Gilbert of Stratford Swimming club who was the top XLR8 Points scorer for the Boys 10/U for the months of Sept/Oct.

Taranaki 12&U Summer SC Champs Records Fall

There was one individual and one relay record broken at the Taranaki 12/U Short Course champs held in Stratford over the weekend.

Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year

On behalf of the Executive Committee we wish you all an enjoyable and relaxing time with family and friends over the festive season.

Charlotte Webby One Step Closer to Open Water Olympic Selection

Congratulations to Charlotte who was second NZ women home after swimming the hardest race of her life in Taupo last weekend in the 10km swim. She then added to her silver medal with another silver in the 5km swim the following day.

Six Taranaki Long Course Relay Records Fall

Although the weather was terrible it didnt stop the records from falling.