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SWIMMING VICTORIA BOARD MEMBERS 02

PRESIDENT’S REPORT 03

CEO’S REPORT 04

FINANCIAL SUMMARY 05

FAREWELL TO A LEGEND OF OUR SPORT 06

NEW INITIATIVES 08

DEVELOPMENT 10

SCHOOLS DEVELOPMENT 14

CLUB DEVELOPMENT 15

OFFICIALS DEVELOPMENT 18

INCLUSION 20

MEMBERSHIP 21

EVENTS 22

PERFORMANCE AT NATIONAL EVENTS 24

VICTORIAN ATHLETES AND COACHES ON AUSTRALIAN TEAMS 26

SWIMMING VICTORIA LIFE MEMBERS 27

SWIMMING VICTORIA COMMITTEES 28

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CONTENTS

Images in this report have been supplied by Sports in Focus and Swimming Australia Ltd // Delly Carr

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SWIMMING VICTORIABOARD MEMBERS

PAUL MALCOLM PRESIDENT

COURTNEY FORD DIRECTOR

ADRIAN RADLEY DIRECTOR

LAWRIE COX DIRECTOR

GEOFF HARE – OAM DIRECTOR

DAMIAN VAN DE BERG DIRECTOR

RAHMIN DE KRETSER DIRECTOR

ROBYN MILLER DIRECTOR

GILLIAN O’MARA DIRECTOR (PART)

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PRESIDENT’SREPORT

Just on 12 months ago I was privileged to be appointed as the President of Swimming Victoria for the 2014 / 15 season. Looking back on those 12 months it is fair to say it has been a very busy but rewarding period both in and out of the water.

Throughout the 2014 / 15 season we have continued to prioritise and invest in the dual development of membership and participation at a grassroots level, along with supporting our members who are focused on elite pathways and performance. We are equally committed to developing and supporting our community of coaches, officials and volunteers.

Swimming Victoria is very lucky and grateful to have had strong government support from Sport & Recreation Victoria and VicHealth to deliver a range of programs focused on inclusion, accessibility, and indigenous and multicultural communities. Our partnership with Play It Safe By the Water and Life Saving Victoria has also enabled us to provide educational programs to promote water safety through our School Ambassadors program. We are also deeply appreciative of the support provided by our partners and sponsors, including Swimming Australia, VicHealth, Sport & Recreation Victoria, Engine Swim, the Victorian Institute of Sport, asctaVIC, JLT Sport, Physiohealth, Mountain Shade, 2XU and Where To Enjoy. At a high performance level, Swimming Victoria has celebrated the success of a number of our athletes, coaches and officials in their appointment to represent Australia on National teams as a result of outstanding performances at the National Open and National Age Championships. The following coaches and athletes have represented Swimming Victoria on a number of teams:

2014 COMMONWEALTH GAMES – GLASGOW Josh Beaver (Tigersharks), Ellen Gandy (Nunawading), Belinda Hocking (Nunawading), Mack Horton (Melbourne Vicentre), Craig Jackson (coach, Melbourne Vicentre), Matson Lawson (Tigersharks), Travis Mahoney (Nunawading), Kotuku Ngawati (Melbourne Vicentre), Mitchell Pratt (Tigersharks) and Rohan Taylor (coach, Nunawading)

2014 PAN PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS – GOLD COASTTim Disken (PLC Aquatic), Tanya Huebner (Melbourne Vicentre), Ahmed Kelly (Melbourne Vicentre) and Jeremy Tidy (Nunawading)

2015 BHP BILLITON AQUATIC SUPER SERIES – PERTHMack Horton (Melbourne Vicentre) and Travis Mahoney (Nunawading)

2015 BERLIN OPEN TEAMTim Disken (PLC) and Ahmed Kelly (Melbourne Vicentre) 2015 JAPAN OPEN – TOKYOJosh Beaver (Nunawading), Holly Brettle (Tigersharks), Ashley Delaney (Nunawading), Tyrone Dobrunz (Tigersharks), Jess Hansen (Nunawading), Ben Hiddlestone (coach, Tigersharks), Matson Lawson (Tigersharks), Travis Mahoney (Nunawading) and Rohan Taylor (coach, Nunawading)

AUSTRALIA A TEAM – USAAshley Delaney (Nunawading), Alexander Graham (MLC Aquatic) and Gene Jackson (MLC Aquatic)

YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES – CHINANicholas Groenewald (Nunawading)

OCEANIA CHAMPIONSHIPS – NEW ZEALANDNicholas Groenewald (Nunawading)

JUNIOR PAN PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS – MAUIChristina Licciardi (Melbourne Vicentre) and Benno Negri (MLC Aquatic)

It has also been great to see representation at various events both interstate and internationally from our Technical Officials at the following events:

2014 PAN PACIFIC SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS Lawrie Cox, Harold Gusdorf and Damian Van de Berg

2014 STATE TEAMS SHORT COURSE SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPSDon Alchin, John Bordignon, Brian Marshall, Louise Mellington, Gavin Parkinson and Patrick Southwell

2014 AUSTRALIAN AGE SHORT COURSE SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPSDon Alchin, Lawrie Cox, Harold Gusdorf, Jackie Madden, Tom Roscoe and Peter Tindale

2014 BILLITON AQUATIC SUPER SERIESLawrie Cox, Jackie Madden, Patrick Southwell and Damian Van de Berg

2015 AUSTRALIAN & AGE OPEN WATER CHAMPIONSHIPSJackie Madden and Damian Van de Berg

2015 AUSTRALIAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPSHarold Gusdorf, Daryl Kennedy, Jackie Madden and Gary Nowrungsah

2015 AUSTRALIAN AGE & MULTI CLASS SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPSDon Alchin, Lawrie Cox and Craig Martin

Swimming Victoria has continued to attract high-class fields from around Australia and the world, with many senior Australian representatives competing at our State Open Championships. We also had a number of international competitors from countries including Japan, New Zealand and Canada. We have also worked to build stronger relationships on a whole of sport basis, including Masters Swimming Victoria and School Sports Victoria.

On behalf of the board and all staff at Swimming Victoria we acknowledge and thank our swimmers and their families, coaches, officials, volunteers, for contributing to the outcomes we have been able to achieve in 2014 / 15 season. We look forward to the upcoming season, and beyond, to continue to grow and develop our sport in Victoria.

Finally I wish to acknowledge the directors and staff of Swimming Victoria for the fantastic support they have provided me throughout 2014 / 15.

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CEO’S REPORT

Swimming Victoria has seen substantial change and evolution over the past year. The implementation of the 2014 – 2017 Strategic Plan provides clearly articulated strategic pillars with corresponding strategies and objectives against which we can track our progress year on year.

At this moment in time I am focused on what underpins those pillars to ensure we – as individuals and as a collective membership – are fully aligned. Swimming Victoria has an aspirational vision, “To be recognised as the leading swimming state, valued by all stakeholders”. This vision and our strategic plan can only be achieved if we behave congruently with our values.

By way of a reminder, Swimming Victoria’s values are:

› Excellence: To commit and strive to “be the best we can be” via effective partnerships and positive performance

› Unity: To cultivate and lead a united direction through collaboration and engagement with all stakeholders

› Innovation: To build a proactive organisation by promoting and recognising creative thinking and encouraging new ideas and opportunities

› Inclusiveness: To provide a “sense of belonging” where all are welcomed and treated equally, and organisational practices that embrace diversity

As members and representatives of the Swimming Victoria community, it is our responsibility to uphold these values in our words and our actions. Our values inform our mindset and our behaviours; they are the fuel that drives our ability to perform.

If we are to succeed, and “to be recognised as the leading swimming state, valued by all stakeholders”, we cannot measure our progress purely in terms of membership numbers, points tables and medal tallies. We must do so in consideration of our behaviours and the culture we are creating as a swimming community.

We have advanced our strategic plan over the past year when we have worked congruently with our values and in prioritising our strategic objectives. We have made the following progress in accordance with our strategic pillars:

› Performance: As detailed by Paul Malcolm in his President’s Report, Swimming Victoria has seen a number of athletes, coaches and officials selected on Australian teams. We are continuing to invest in the development of emerging talent (both in and around the water) for whom we have high hopes regarding their future potential. Our investment in continuing education, competition and development pathways will provide a strong platform for high performance

› Organised Participation: The delivery of a number of development programs has resulted in an increase to most membership categories, especially the number of swimmer memberships. Our inclusive focus has enabled us to capture broader participation in our efforts to provide an integrated framework for members and stakeholders to grow within the sport of swimming

› Recreational Participation: Ongoing partnership with the Great Victorian Swim Series open water events and further exploration of recreational membership options by leveraging consumer insights

› Commercialisation and Innovation: Continuing to work closely with government and Swimming Australia to maximise funding opportunities; leading the implementation of new national programs including Junior Dolphins and Sporting Schools pilot programs, and collaborating to deliver the Beyond the Black Line and Supplements Education program

Over the last 12 months we have welcomed new leadership into the organisation, with Paul Malcolm as President, and a new composition of the Board of Directors. I would like to thank Paul and the entire Board of Swimming Victoria for their continued support and the commitment they have to the values and vision of our swimming community.

The Swimming Victoria staff – a passionate and committed “team of leaders” – have worked relentlessly and collaboratively to navigate the way forward during some ambiguous times. I greatly appreciate your dedication and look forward to harnessing your talent and expertise further as we strive to achieve our strategic vision.

As a sport, we could not continue to grow if not for the ongoing contribution of time and expertise from our Officials, Club and District Volunteers, Swimming Victoria Officers and Committee Members. I would like to acknowledge the countless hours you all invest, especially when technology and processes are not always running seamlessly. The care you have for our sport and the time you offer to support our community is invaluable – thank you so much for your unwavering commitment, especially during challenging times.

Swimming Victoria cannot undertake our key initiatives without the assistance of our partners and sponsors. We are very grateful for the support provided by Swimming Australia, VicHealth, Sport & Recreation Victoria, Engine Swim, the Victorian Institute of Sport, asctaVIC, JLT Sport, Physiohealth, 2XU, Mountain Shade and Where To Enjoy. We appreciate your ongoing support of Swimming Victoria and your commitment to the sustainable growth of our sport.

Finally, I appreciate the trust the directors, staff and members of Swimming Victoria have placed in me since joining the organisation as Chief Executive Officer. I consider it a privilege to serve this great sport and I am committed to the responsibility of delivering value to our members and enabling the growth of swimming in Victoria. With our values our vision in mind, I look forward to working with the entire Swimming Victoria community and embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead of us.

Gillian O’Mara Chief Executive Officer Swimming Victoria

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FINANCIAL SUMMARY

Swimming Victoria provides the following extract as an overview of our financial position as of 30th June 2015. This financial summary provides an overview of Swimming Victoria’s total assets and liabilities. The full audited report can be found on the Swimming Victoria website www.vic.swimming.org.au.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

The principal activities of Swimming Victoria during the 2014/15 financial year were to provide facilities to members through administering competitive swimming in Victoria, organising swimming meets, and delivering community-based programs through government grants. SIGNIFICANT CHANGES

The reporting date of the association had changed at 30th June 2014. The comparative 2014 figures includes 14 months activity, compared to a 12 month period in the current financial year ending 30th June 2015. Swimming Victoria altered its accounting system in August 2014 to Xero accounting.

REVIEW AND OPERATING RESULT

The deficit of the association for the 12 months ended is $65,309, compared to the prior 14 month period ending 30th June 2015 profit of $14,264.

The deficit position comparable to 2014 was largely driven by timing of a government grant that was received 30 June 2014, whilst expenditure of this grant was incurred in 2015. Other contributing factors were a re-structured employment team including associated transactional costs.

WHILST 2015 PRODUCED A DEFICIT POSITION, SWIMMING VICTORIA IS IN A STRONG FINANCIAL POSITION WITH INCREASING ASSETS OF $1,107,585 (2015), WHICH IS AN INCREASE OF 0.27% ON $1,104,702 (2014).

INCOME STATEMENT 2015 2014

TOTAL REVENUE $1,886,211 $2,192,995

YEAR END SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) ($65,309) $14,264

BALANCE SHEET 2015 2014

TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS $1,059,378 $1,038,348

CASH & CASH EQUIVALENTS $967,535 $911,994

TRADE & OTHER RECEIVABLES $63,460 $72,024

OTHER ASSETS $28,383 $54,330

FINANCIAL ASSETS 0 0

TOTAL NON CURRENT ASSETS $48,207 $66,354

PROPERTY, PLANT & EQUIPMENT $48,207 $66,354

TOTAL ASSETS 2015 2014

$1,107,585 $1,104,702

TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES $292,987 $224,841

TRADE & OTHER PAYABLES $228,699 $111,660

PROVISIONS $29,872 $52,674

DEFERRED REVENUE $34,416 $60,507

TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES $11,493 $11,447

PROVISIONS $11,493 $11,447

TOTAL EQUITY 2015 2014

$803,105 $868,414


As we close out the 2014 / 15 season we say farewell to one of our longest serving Directors who has decided it is time to hand over the baton. To Geoff Hare (OAM), I say thank you for your outstanding commitment and dedication to the sport on behalf of our entire swimming community. Geoff became involved in the swimming as a competitor in 1951, and has remained involved in all facets of the sport since that time. From a competitor to a Club Administrator, representative to the VASA, member of the VASA Committee of Management, to an Official, and to a Team Manager he has certainly been involved at all levels. Some key roles and achievements during Geoff’s time in the sport include:

› Geoff was Assistant Secretary of the VASA in 1961, Treasurer in 1964, Competitions Officer in 1975, Vice President in 1993, and President in 2007

› Victorian Team Manager to the Australian Championships in 1969, Manager of an Australian Team to Canada in 1977, to the World Championships in Ecuador, and the Commonwealth Games in 1982

› Officiated at Australian Championships from 1962 to current time, was a Victorian and Australian Selector from 1980 to 1984. 1985-1988 Geoff became Chief Referee in Victoria in 1993 and held this position until 2005 became a FINA Referee in 1997 and held this position until 2008

› Was elected to the Board of Swimming Australia in 1992 and held this position until 2000

On behalf of everyone that is or has been involved in swimming, I pass on our thanks and gratitude for such an outstanding contribution to the sport we love. Geoff has provided so many people with help and guidance throughout his time in the sport especially whilst Director/President and has inspired many people to be involved and remain involved in the sport.

Paul Malcolm PresidentSwimming Victoria

FAREWELL TO A LEGEND OF OUR SPORT

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OUR VISIONTO LEAD VICTORIAN SPORT THROUGH SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIPS, PARTICIPATION GROWTH AND PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE.

SUPPORTING PARTNERS

JUNIOR DOLPHINS

Junior Dolphins is a new National initiative being piloted in various swimming states around Australia. Twenty six (26) Victorian clubs took part in the pilot program this year. The program provides free membership to a local swimming club for children aged 7 years and under.

Junior Dolphins is designed for young swimmers who are graduating from Learn to Swim and want to experience that little bit more from swimming and get involved with the fun aspects and skill development a club environment offers.

SPORTING SCHOOLS

Sporting Schools is a new Federal Government program that aims to get more Australian children healthy and active. Sporting Schools will become Australia’s largest school sport participation program to develop pathways from school to community and club sport.

To deliver the program, the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has partnered with 31 other National Sporting Organisations to offer sporting programs to children before, during or after school. Registration is free for all Australian primary schools, sporting organisations, clubs and coaches.

Swimming Australia, in partnership with State Associations and swimming and water safety industry partners, will provide the support and resources required to assist clubs to be a part of this initiative. The program has the ability to enhance water confidence and safety, along with strengthening foundation swimming skills for more than 850,000 primary school children.

Benefits to Swimming Victoria clubs:

› The creation of new pathways for children to progress from school-based swimming into ongoing participation in club swimming

› The opportunity to establish close relationships with Australian Primary Schools through the delivery of school-based swimming programs

› Access to funding to support club swimming outcomes and delivery, this may include funding to support new club equipment or training opportunities for club coaches

CLUB HEALTH CHECKLIST

The Australian Sports Commission has developed the Club Health Checklist. It is a tool aimed to assist clubs with their overall management, governance and planning. The Club Health Checklist has replaced the Go Club PB Workbook and, will be a more efficient solution to providing a snapshot of your club’s activities including, strengths, weaknesses and other areas of governance that needs assistance. The report will also provide links to resources to assist clubs in planning and moving forward.

BEYOND THE BLACK LINE

A joint proposal from Swimming Victoria, Swimming Queensland and the Australian Swimmers Association saw the Swimming Australia Foundation fund the redevelopment of ‘Growing up in Lycra’, formally a Swimming Queensland initiative. The proposal will also see the program delivered nationally over the next two years.

‘Beyond the Black Line’ is a program specifically created for girls aged 11-16 years and boys aged 13-18 years. The program is designed to help swimmers navigate the journey through the teenage years and beyond, creating an environment to openly discuss challenges that occur along the way and address issues causing retirement in teenage years.

THE AIM OF THE PROGRAM IS TO KEEP SWIMMERS IN THE SPORT FOR LONGER, HIGHLIGHTING THE BENEFITS OF STAYING INVOLVED AND PROVIDING SKILLS THAT HELP THEM MANAGE ALONG THE WAY.

Current and retired athletes were interviewed for content, focusing on areas such as communication, puberty, body image, nutrition, personal identity and self-esteem, injury management, dealing with pressure and leading a balanced life. The input from our experienced athletes was honest and astounding, a true reflection of how much our athletes want to give back to their sport and support the next generation.

Victoria was the host of the ‘Beyond the Black Line’ pilot programs in 2014 / 15. Workshops across the country will begin to roll out nationally in the second half of 2015.

NEW INITIATIVES

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SWIMMING VICTORIA’S SUPPLEMENTS EDUCATION PROGRAM

Swimming Victoria in conjunction with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has created a Supplements Education Program for our members. Supplement education is an incredibly import aspect of our sport as supplements are so readily available to our swimmers, information can be quite limited and the consequences severe. Athletes are accountable for what they are taking and with the changes to the WADA Code in 2015, parents and coaches can now also be held accountable for a positive test.

The Supplement Education Program has three levels for three separate target groups; athletes, parents and coaches. Each level builds on the education of the previous level outlining what a supplement is, how supplements are regulated and how they might or might not aid an athlete’s performance. To be an informed athlete, you must know if it is safe, legal and that it really works.

In 2014 / 15, we delivered the program to each target group; a parents session during the 2014 Victorian Age Championships, two athlete sessions during Talent ID Camps and a very comprehensive session to coaches at our Swimming Victoria coach planning day. The education programs have been delivered via face to face workshops by AIS dietitians Greg Shaw and Beccy Hall using specifically created videos, power point presentations and take home resources.

DEVELOPING YOUNG LEADERS

66 Club Captains, Vice Captains and emerging leaders took part in our inaugural ‘Developing Young Leaders’ Program which forms part of our ‘Beyond the Pool’ Initiative, supporting athletes outside of traditional competition. The program was well supported by our clubs, who nominated current and upcoming leaders within their communities who would benefit from a leadership and personal development opportunity. The program, delivered by Ross Guenther, covered topics such as personality styles and effective communication. As leaders, they learnt effective ways to work with others in complex and challenging environments, as well as how best to give and receive feedback.

The final activity for the day focused on giving back to the sport. All the athletes took part in Technical Officiating Workshops from the National Officiating Program. These workshops were; General Principals of Swimming Officiating, Check Starting, Marshalling and Timekeeping.

AS A STATE WE LOVE TO SEE OUR OLDER ATHLETES CONTRIBUTE AT THE JUNIOR MEETS AND SUPPORT THEIR CLUBS IN ALL AREAS IN AND AWAY FROM THE POOL.

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DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The 2014 / 15 Development Program evolution continued this year with new look squads, camps and competitions. Each swimmer within the program received an invitation to attend a camp based around their performance at the 2014 Australian Age and Open Championships. This enabled coaches to specialise the camp programs for swimmers who were a medallist, finalist or top 16 level.

The Target for VIS Squad travelled to the AIS for a 5 day camp with some of the best coaches and presenters in Australia. They were also joined by South Australian and Tasmanian athletes and coaches to form an elite training group.

The Gold and Silver Talent Squads attended camps at Geelong Grammar School where athletes trained at high intensity and listened intently to a variety of topics. The Bronze Talent Squad attended Haileybury College for a 2 day development camp. Some of the topics covered include:

› Dealing with Pressure› The Importance Core Strength and Flexibility› The Development of an Age Group Swimmer

to an Open Level Swimmer› Time Management

For the first time, swimmers who achieved the Junior Talent Squad criteria at the Victorian Age SC Championships were eligible to join the squad mid-season. 29 new swimmers joined the 68 swimmers from the Victorian Age LC Championships who achieved this criteria to qualify for four workshops throughout the season. These workshops have been delivered by Gold and Platinum Licence Coaches, Ian Pope, Craig Jackson, Rohan Taylor and Leigh Nugent.

The Distance Squad participated in a one day workshop with various presenters and coaches offering guidance and information. The Distance Squad were also granted entry into the 2015 Mount Martha Australia Day Swim, with squad member Robbe Dilissen finishing highest at 6th.

The Multi-Class Squad was invited to two one-day workshops with head coaches Karen Garrard and Morgan Murphy. These workshops focus primarily on stroke correction but also included presentation topics such as, avoiding injuries in training and the role of respect in athletes representing their state or country.

The Country Development Squad travelled to Churchill for an overnight camp with head coach Brian Ford. The camp included some high intensity training sessions and had a clear focus on the importance of culture and being a valued team member.

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COACH DEVELOPMENT

Swimming Victoria continued to develop a sustainable Coach Development Framework, through the Victorians More Active Program, to ensure the ongoing development and opportunities for all levels of coaching within Victoria. As part of the framework, coaches selected to be a part of the Victorian Development Program were invited to a Performance Coach Weekend, where presenters from around Australia came to share ideas and information. Interstate presenters included:

› Brant Best (The Art of Butterfly)› Doug Frost (The Art of Freestyle)› David Pine (Aerobic Development)› Jess Corones (Anaerobic Development)

A second coach development workshop was held for Development Program coaches, where the coaches planned the upcoming development program. During this session, Greg Shaw (AIS) and Peter Blanche (Swimming Australia) presented on Supplements in Sport (Greg Shaw) and the use of the AMS Training System (Peter Blanche).

TALENT ID PROGRAM

The future of swimming in Victoria is in great hands as a third Talent ID camp was held. Comprising our most promising age group swimmers identified at the 2015 Australian Age Championships, the state Talent ID Program underpins the National Talent ID Program. Throughout the program, Victoria identifies athletes using selection criteria and expert scouting coaches including our Victorian Coaching Director, Leigh Nugent. During these camps, a range of assessments are conducted including swimming performance tests, anthropometry measurements, strength and conditioning tests and physiotherapy screening.

SQUAD TOTAL MALE FEMALE

TARGET FOR VIS SQUAD 16 4 12

GOLD TALENT SQUAD 26 13 13

SILVER TALENT SQUAD 65 41 24

BRONZE TALENT SQUAD 24 11 13

JUNIOR TALENT SQUAD 52 27 25

COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT SQUAD 32 14 18

DISTANCE SQUAD 7 3 4

MULTI-CLASS SQUAD 14 7 7

TOTAL 236 120 116

THE FUTURE OF SWIMMING IN VICTORIA IS IN GREAT HANDS AS A THIRD TALENT ID CAMP WAS HELD.


JUNIOR EXCELLENCE (JX) AND YOUTH PERFORMANCE SQUAD (YPS)

Swimming Victoria in conjunction with Swimming Australia continued to coordinate the JX and YPS programs. Both initiatives recognise excellence in the pool, open water and for swimmers with disability who achieve the qualifying times set by Swimming Australia at approved meets throughout the season.

JX

2009 – 2010 1,938

2010 – 2011 2,100

2011 – 2012 2,140

2012 – 2013 2,247

2013 – 2014 2,323

2014 – 2015 2,152

YPS

2009 – 2010 377

2010 – 2011 460

2011 – 2012 451

2012 – 2013 424

2013 – 2014 422

2014 – 2015 455

JX FORUM

Over 200 junior swimmers aged 9–13 years and their parents attended the annual JX Forum in September to learn about leadership, the importance of team culture and the impact of self-confidence and self-doubt among young swimmers.

Recent Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist Belinda Hocking and Silver Medalist Josh Beaver, joined the swimmers to talk about their experiences growing up in Victoria through to competing internationally.

Ian Pope (Melbourne Vicentre) concluded the JX Forum with a focus on team culture and the importance of training as a team. The swimmers who achieved Gold and Gold Star level were also invited to participate in a pool session with Ian and a flexibility and stretching session with Physio Health.

VICTORIAN STATE TEAM

40 of Victoria’s best age group swimmers travelled to the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to compete in the highly entertaining and fast paced competition where states battle it out for top points. Victoria finished in third place on 1,529.5 points behind New South Wales (1,756) and the highly competitive Queensland team (2,108).

“I WAS REALLY IMPRESSED WITH HOW OUR SWIMMERS HANDLED THEMSELVES AT THE MEET; MOST HAD MULTIPLE EVENTS EACH SESSION WITH A VERY QUICK TURNAROUND. I THINK ALL OUR ATHLETES LEARNT HOW TO WORK WELL IN A HIGH PRESSURE TEAM ENVIRONMENT AND ALSO DISCOVERED WHAT IT TAKES PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY TO BE A SUCCESSFUL SWIMMER WHEN UNDER PRESSURE.”Linley Frame

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POINTS TABLE

QUEENSLAND 2,108

NEW SOUTH WALES 1,756

VICTORIA 1,529.5

WESTERN AUSTRALIA 1,291.5

SOUTH AUSTRALIA 1,033

TASMANIA 266

NORTHERN TERRITORY 127

BRONZE LICENCE COURSES

SEPTEMBER 17

FEBRUARY 12

TOTAL 29

SAT CS

DECEMBER 13

JANUARY 12

FEBRUARY 12

TOTAL 37

REGIONAL SPORTS ACADEMIES

2014 / 15 saw Swimming Victoria strengthen our formal relationships with the Regional Sports Academies, in particular Barwon Sports Academy, WestVic Academy of Sport and the Gippsland Sports Academy. These programs offer our regional members additional support and services including, but not limited to:

› Nutrition› Specialised coaching, camps and workshops› Physiotherapy Screenings› Sports Psychology› Strength and Conditioning› Personal Development


SCHOOL AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

The School Ambassador Program entered its third year in 2014 with over 260 school teachers from all over Victoria signing up to be an Ambassador. The program aims to build the capacity of Victorian School teachers to promote the benefits of swimming and assist them to deliver quality school swimming programs across the State. The main role of a Swimming Victoria School Ambassador is to:

› Provide a point of contact for the distribution of information to teachers, parents and school children

› Promote and implement Swimming Victoria programs within their school

› Distribute information about local swimming clubs

› Ensure swimming is part of the school’s Physical Education program

SWIMMING VICTORIA UTILISE OUR AMBASSADORS TO HELP DELIVER OUR SCHOOL AGED PROGRAMS INCLUDING JUNIOR DOLPHINS AND SPORTING SCHOOLS.

SCHOOL TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM

The School Teacher Training Program (STTP) is an interactive one-day workshop that is a professional development opportunity for school teachers and employees. The School Teacher Training covers three key areas that assist teachers and employees in delivering school swimming programs and carnivals within their school.

These are:

› Fundamental Swimming Coaching Skills› Fundamental Swimming Officiating Skills› Fundamental Swimming Carnival Coordination Skills

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CLUB DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

There were a number of Club Development sessions run throughout the State in 2014 / 15. The Regional Development Days have become the most effective forum to conduct Club Development Workshops where a number of volunteers can access a variety of sessions. ClubLANE and Meet Manager training continue to be important and were conducted in a number of regional locations and MSAC. The Club Development Conference always provides a comprehensive day of workshops for particularly new club volunteers to gain knowledge.

WORKSHOPS 2014 / 15

WORKSHOP WHERE LOCATION

DEALING WITH CONFLICT CLUB DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE MELBOURNE

GROWING YOUR CLUB CLUB DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE MELBOURNE

PLANNING FOR SUCCESS CLUB DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE MELBOURNE

CLUBLANE TRAINING CLUB DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE MELBOURNE

WORKING TOGETHER AS A TEAM CLUB DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE MELBOURNE

GOOD NUTRITION REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY BENDIGO

GROWING YOUR CLUB REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY BENDIGO

OMEGA/SAT CS SYSTEM REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY BENDIGO

TEAM MANAGER TRAINING REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY BENDIGO

PRESIDENT’S FORUM REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY BENDIGO

GOOD NUTRITION REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY SUNRAYSIA

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY SUNRAYSIA

WELCOMING & INCLUSIVE CLUBS REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY CHURCHILL

GOOD NUTRITION REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY CHURCHILL

CLUBLANE TRAINING REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY CHURCHILL

PRESIDENT’S FORUM REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY CHURCHILL

MEET MANAGER TRAINING BASIC X 2 MSAC MELBOURNE

MEET MANAGER TRAINING ADVANCED X 2 MSAC MELBOURNE

HEAD ABOVE WATER X 2 MSAC MELBOURNE

CLUB DEVELOPMENT


REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAYS

Regional Development Days are an ‘all in one’ development day, where Swimming Victoria delivers a number of workshops to development skills for coaches, officials, club administrators and volunteers. The days are designed around the needs of each district and incorporate pool and education sessions for swimmers and parents.

The first RDD was held in Eaglehawk / Bendigo in October with approximately 157 participants registering for the day. Programs for swimmers included Coaching, Nutrition, Physio, Be Your Best You and an athlete presentation from Tanya Huebner. Workshops were conducted for Officials – Introduction to Officiating, Marshalling, Check Starting, Infraction Reports, Inspector of Turns, Judge of Strokes and Starter. For Club Volunteers / Parents and members there were workshops covering ClubLANE, Team Manager, Omega SAT System, Growing Your Club and our CEO hosted a President’s Forum for the Executive Committee Member of the clubs in the district.

In February 2014, the Swimming Victoria team headed to Sunraysia to conduct the second RDD. Close to 100 participants registered for the day. Coaching sessions were offered for swimmers as well as personal development workshops covering Good Nutrition and Injury Prevention. Officials were able to choose from a number of NOP workshops and Club Administrators attended a Corporate Governance session conducted by the local Regional Assembly. For the first time at one of our Regional Development Days a SAT-CS (SwimAustralia Teacher – Competitive Swimming) course was offered.

The final Regional Development Day was conducted in Churchill and saw 93 participants register for the day. Once again the day was full of development sessions for swimmers, coaches, officials, club administrators and parents. The swimmers sat in on workshops covering Good Nutrition, Cyber Safety and the new ‘Beyond the Black Line’ program. Officials completed a number of NOP accreditation theory sessions and the club development sessions touched on Welcoming and Inclusive Clubs, ClubLANE Training and the Swimming Victoria CEO met a number of club committee volunteers in the President’s Forum.

CLUB DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

There were a number of Club Development sessions run throughout the State in 2014 / 15. The Regional Development Days have become the most effective medium to conduct Club Development Workshops where a number of volunteers can access a variety of sessions. ClubLANE and Meet Manager training continue to be important and were conducted in a number of regional locations and MSAC. The Club Development Conference always provides a comprehensive day of workshops for particularly new club volunteers to gain knowledge.

CLUB DEVELOPMENT

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CLUB DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE

The 2014 Swimming Victoria Club Development Conference was held later in the year with 120 members in attendance from 53 clubs. For the first time the 2014 conference incorporated the Young Leaders Conference. It was fantastic to have over 60 young leaders mixing with our Club Administrators.

THE CONFERENCE IS AN IMPORTANT EVENT ON THE SWIMMING VICTORIA CALENDAR; IT PROVIDES AN INVALUABLE OPPORTUNITY FOR CLUB REPRESENTATIVES (PARTICULARLY NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS) TO NETWORK WITH EACH OTHER AND DISSEMINATES PERTINENT INFORMATION TO CLUBS IN REGARD TO GOVERNANCE, STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT.

Sharelle McMahon, Australian Netball Champion opened the conference with a fascinating discussion on her journey through sport, outlining her experiences as an athlete as well as a club administrator, touching on the importance of personal development and leadership. She also challenged groups to create an environment where everyone embraces the values of a team. Ross Guenther continued the theme set and facilitated a networking / development session.

Other workshops conducted covered Dealing with Conflict, ClubLANE Training, Growing Your Club, Planning for Success and an Open Forum. The Young Leaders continued their day with 3 streams of workshops facilitated by Ross Guenther and Peter Tindale, touching on Officiating.


OFFICIALS DEVELOPMENT

NATIONAL OFFICIATING ACCREDITATION PROGRAM

Approximately 134 Swimming Victoria members were qualified as new Technical Officials in 2014 / 15, with existing officials gaining 54 additional qualifications and 5 Officials achieving their four-year reaccreditation. The number of accreditations for the year totalled 193.

A number of workshops, seminars, courses, information and development sessions were conducted for officials throughout the year. In total, approximately 459 members attended NOP workshops.

Officials Development continues to be interesting. Swimming Victoria has increased the numbers of members attending workshops, extending the reach throughout Victoria with Regional Development Days. The challenge ahead is to convert this experience from workshops into accreditations and increasing the numbers of Level 1 Officials to Level 2.

OFFICIALS WORKSHOPS AT STATE TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS (AIS)

John Bordignon, Brian Marshall, Louise Mellington, Gavin Parkinson, Patrick Southwell (Assistant Mentor) and Don Alchin (Mentor Official) attended the Officials Development Workshops that are held in conjunction with the Australian Short Course Teams Championships at the AIS in Canberra in 2014. The aim of the workshops is to further enhance and fast track the skills of developing Technical Officials who are likely to officiate at future state, national and international competitions.

2015 TECHNICAL OFFICIALS SEMINAR

The 2015 Technical Officials Seminar was held Sunday July 19 for all Technical Officials, Masters Officials and registered members of Swimming Victoria Clubs.

APPROXIMATELY 60 MEMBERS ATTENDED ON THE DAY WITH 25 VICTORIAN CLUBS AND 5 MASTERS VICTORIAN CLUBS REPRESENTED. 10 OUT OF 14 DISTRICTS WERE ALSO REPRESENTED.

The 2015 Seminar addressed the following topics: Communication, Pathway of a Technical Official, Backstroke Wedges, NOP Workshop – Judge of Strokes / Inspector of Turns, NOP Workshop – Referee, What Can Go Wrong at a Meet, Protests & Juries of Appeal and an Open Forum / Q&A Session. The Seminar provides an opportunity for current officials and members to network and discuss the current issues, topics, new rules and other issues pertinent to swimming and officiating.

AWARDS

Tom Roscoe was the recipient of the Bill Slade Trophy for his services to Officiating in Victoria. Tom is a dedicated club, district, state and national official and is continually assisting with the development of Officials in Victoria.

VICTORIAN OFFICIALS AT NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS

Once again a number of Victorian Officials were selected to officiate at National Events. Each year continues to see a larger number of Officials taking the next step to the National level. This demonstrates the continued development of Officials throughout the State and the dedication and hard work of the Technical Committee, District Referees, Assessors and Presenters.

2014 STATE TEAMS AGE SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Don AlchinJohn BordignonBrian MarshallLouise MellingtonGavin ParkinsonPatrick Southwell

2014 AUSTRALIAN SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Don AlchinLawrie CoxHarold GusdorfJackie MaddenTom RoscoePeter Tindale

2015 BILLITON AQUATIC SERIES

Lawrie CoxJackie MaddenPatrick SouthwellDamian Van De Berg

2015 NATIONAL OPEN & AGE OPEN WATER CHAMPIONSHIPS

Jackie MaddenDamian Van De Berg

2015 PAN PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS POOL & OPEN WATER

Lawrie CoxHarold GusdorfDamian Van De Berg

2015 AUSTRALIAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS

Harold GusdorfDaryl KennedyJackie MaddenGary Nowrungsah

2014 AUSTRALIAN AGE & MULTI CLASS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Don AlchinLawrie CoxCraig Martin

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2011 – 2015 VICHEALTH STATE SPORTING ASSOCIATION PARTICIPATION PROGRAM (SSAPP)

Swimming Victoria completed its fourth and final year of the VicHealth State Sporting Association Participation Program (SSAPP). SSAPP has focused on increasing participation in community sport and active recreations, particularly among priority populations. The program has enabled Swimming Victoria and its affiliated swimming clubs to create safe, accessible and inclusive sporting environments allowing disability populations to be included as core participants.

The major outcomes from SSAPP in 2014 / 15The development of a trial recreational program, ‘Swim Social’, designed to explore an inclusive alternative to the traditional swimming club model. The program was delivered in two locations, Watermarc Greensborough and Leisurelink Geelong. Swim Social, an 8 week program, focusing on the fun and social aspects of swimming and included a strong health and fitness focus. The program was not designed specifically for people with disability, but was an all-inclusive program designed to cater for people 18 and over, of all abilities.

‘Head Above Water’ was another new initiative that was conducted at County and Metro All Junior Competitions. These workshops were part of an Inclusive Club Development Program and were facilitated by Gary Barclay and Linley Frame. 70 plus members attended. The workshops touched on an introduction into the sport of swimming particularly for parents and committee members and considered how each person contributes to the welcoming and inclusive environment within the club.

SWIMMING VICTORIA ALSO PARTICIPATED IN AWARENESS RAISING EVENTS SUCH AS THE DISABILITY SPORT AND RECREATION FESTIVAL AND PEAK DISCOVERY CONFERENCE.

INDIGENOUS SWIMMING PROGRAM

The Indigenous Swimming Program (ASRP) operated in both Swan Hill and Footscray in 2014 / 15. Twenty six (26) participants were involved in the Swan Hill program, with twenty nine (29) in Footscray. The program targeted Indigenous primary and secondary school children to increase their water safety awareness and confidence in a fun, safe and inclusive environment. It was pleasing to note that there were a number of children participating that had been part of this program for a number of years and have progressed to the top level of the learn to swim program.

Swimming Victoria has been able to establish beneficial relationships with the following external providers: The Gathering Place, Department of Education, Victoria University, Swan Hill Leisure Centre and Belgravia Management Group. The partnerships with these organisation has been essential in the development of the ASRP programs.

ACCESS FOR ALL ABILITIES

2014 / 15 was the second and final year of the Access for All Abilities (AAA) Program. As part of the AAA program Swimming Victoria partnered with Sport and Recreation Victoria to work at a community level and develop inclusive sport and recreation opportunities for people of all abilities.

The major outcomes delivered in the AAA program

Club Support Model As part of the Club Support Model we worked one on one with a number of affiliated clubs across both metropolitan and regional areas. Working one on one enabled us to develop specific resources and policies, as well as training and development opportunities. Some examples include - inclusion policies, member welcome information and training for coaches on Autism Spectrum Disorder. We also developed an Inclusive Video Series that will used through promotion on social media, and during club development workshops. With the learnings from the Club Support Model, we will now aim to continue to work closely with our clubs to ensure we are providing relevant programs and services that will assist in ensuring our sport is safe, welcoming and inclusive for all.

Inclusion Ambassador Program Our Ambassador program included athletes, coaches, parents and committee members with an aim to spread inclusive messages across the state. A key feature within this was our Athlete Ambassadors (both national and international level Multi Class athletes), who attended a number of Regional Development Days as well as the Royal Children’s Hospital Swimming Day to promote the opportunities for people with disability to engage in swimming at all levels.

INCLUSION


The 2014 / 15 year saw an increase in membership numbers throughout most categories especially the swimming categories. The increase in membership can be attributed to the number of development programs that Swimming Victoria has conducted throughout the 2014 / 15 season. One new membership initiative that Swimming Victoria and Swimming Australia are piloting is the Junior Dolphins Program. This is aimed at enticing children from Learn to Swim Lessons into the swimming club environment. We had 26 clubs piloting the program and hope that all swimming clubs get involved in 2015/16 and increase junior participation within Victoria.

Our partnership with ‘Where to Enjoy’ for the 2014 / 15 season continued to be hugely popular with many members benefitting from discounted movie tickets and gift cards.

WE WILL CONTINUE TO GROW AND DEVELOP OUR MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMS AND NUMBERS THROUGH A REVIEW OF OUR MEMBER BENEFITS SCHEME AND OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED TO MEMBERS IN THE 2015/16 SEASON.

Many clubs and districts persisted through the initial challenges of ClubLANE and now use the system to maintain efficient and effective club operations with many affiliated clubs utilising the free website available to them to communicate to their members. Swimming Victoria continue to work with Swimming Australia and the other states to constantly improve and develop the membership database and associated platforms.

MEMBERSHIP

CLUB LIFE MEMBER 198

NATIONAL OFFICIATING PROGRAM ACCREDITED TECHNICAL OFFICIAL

285

NON-SWIMMER 1,914

RECREATIONAL SWIMMER 1,485

SWIMMER 6,954

GRAND TOTAL 10,836

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VICTORIAN OPEN SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS

The 2014 / 15 event season began with 782 athletes competing at the Victorian Open Short Course Championships at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC). This year’s event saw the addition of 11 years and under and 12 year old events to the program. 73 clubs were represented at the Championship with 12 records being broken, including 3 Victorian records; Ryan Bicknell (Nunawading) in the Boys 12 years 200m Breaststroke, Heath Macleod (Wodonga) in the Boys 14 years 200m Breaststroke and Keilani Trewavis (Nunawading) in the Girls 12 years 200m Breaststroke.

VICTORIAN COUNTRY SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS

The Goulburn Valley and District Swimming Association, with support from the Greater Shepparton City Council, hosted the Victorian Country Short Course Championships at Aquamoves in Shepparton. 414 athletes from 38 Country Clubs competed at the Championships. 2 Country Short Course records were broken with Ballarat’s Takumi Trevena claiming the Boys 11 years 50m Butterfly and Wangaratta’s Elli Warren breaking the Girls 16-17 years 200m Freestyle record. The Traralgon Swimming Club was awarded the Robert (Bob) Carmichael Memorial Trophy for the sixth consecutive year for accumulating the highest combined club point score.

VICTORIAN AGE SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS

791 athletes from 78 clubs competed at the Victorian Age Short Course Championships, with a total of 3446 entries received. Once again this year, 2 pools ran simultaneously during the heats sessions, making it a busy event for all involved. 33 records were broken, including standout performances by Melbourne Vicentre’s Oliver Nash and Wodonga’s Heath Macleod breaking 7 records each.

MELBOURNE VICENTRE CLAIMED THE WINTER SHORT COURSE TROPHY FOR GAINING THE HIGHEST COMBINED CLUB POINT SCORE DURING THE VICTORIAN AGE AND OPEN SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS.

VICTORIAN AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS

1,537 athletes competed at the Victorian Age Championships. The event attracted teams from interstate, New Zealand and Japan, with 6,141 entries received. Melbourne Vicentre won the combined point score followed by Nunawading and MLC Aquatic.

AGE GROUP CHAMPION AWARDS

AGE ATHLETE CLUB

11YRS/U Ella MacDonough MELBOURNE VICENTRE

Ryan Lobo MLC AQUATIC

12YRS Kirra O’Donoghue CHELTENHAM

Taiga Yoshida GENAQUATIC

13YRS Molly Batchelor MELBOURNE VICENTRE

Oliver Nash MELBOURNE VICENTRE

14YRS Sophie Caldwell NUNAWADING

Ryland Brian MLC AQUATIC

15YRS Jessica Adams DVE AQUATIC

Heath Macleod WODONGA

16YRS Mikayla Smith NUNAWADING

Theodoros Benehoutsos MELBOURNE VICENTRE

17/18YRS Sian Whittaker MELBOURNE VICENTRE

Mack Horton MELBOURNE VICENTRE

EVENTS


VICTORIAN OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS

606 athletes from 92 clubs competed in the Victorian Open Championships with 2,209 entries received. It was a high class field with a number of members of the Australian Swim team competing, including Victorians Travis Mahoney, Mack Horton, Mitchell Pratt, Kotuku Ngawati, Matson Lawson and Josh Beaver. The event also attracted a number of international visitors from Germany, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Singapore. The multi class competition was also strong with members of the Australian Para Pan Pac team – Tim Disken, Madeline Scott, Richard Ellason, Ahmed Kelly, Rowan Crothers, Tanya Huebner and 3 time Paralympian Ellie Cole competing. The stand out performance was Ahmed Kelly breaking a World Record in the 100m MC Breaststroke. For the first time the event was live streamed, allowing swimming fans to watch from all over the world. There were 19,000 views with 14,000 individual viewers tuning in.

MELBOURNE VICENTRE CLAIMED THE FRED BLUNT TROPHY FOR ACCUMULATING THE HIGHEST COMBINED CLUB POINT SCORE OVER THE VICTORIAN AGE AND OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS.

ATHLETES OF THE MEET

Mack Horton MELBOURNE VICENTRE

Jessica Hansen NUNAWADING

MULTI-CLASS ATHLETES OF THE MEET

Ahmed Kelly MELBOURNE VICENTRE

Tanya Huebner MELBOURNE VICENTRE

VICTORIAN COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS

The Barwon South West Swimming District hosted the Victorian Country Championships at the Kardinia Aquatic Centre. 786 athletes entered the event, a 10% increase on the previous year, with a total of 2,515 entries received.

The Traralgon Swimming Club was again awarded the Monaghan Shield, the fifteenth time in the past sixteen years, for achieving the highest combined club point score. Australia Day Medallions were presented to Caiden Gill (Traralgon) and Mikaela Cornelissen (Traralgon) for the best male and female performances based on the highest FINA point score.

VICTORIAN SPRINT CHAMPIONSHIPS

1,513 athletes competed at the Victorian Sprint Championships, a 4% increase on the previous year. 88 clubs were represented, with a total of 4,074 entries received for the Championship. Nunawading claimed the Bill Willmott Trophy for the Women’s 5 x 50m 16/U Freestyle Relay and MLC Aquatic took home the Snape Memorial Shield for the Men’s 5 x 50m 16/U Freestyle Relay, with both teams breaking Victorian Records in these events.

OPEN WATER SWIMMING

The Traralgon Swimming Club again hosted the Victorian Open Water Championships at the Hazelwood Pondage. 230 swimmers competed in the 2 day event which offered 1km, 2.5km, 5km and 10km swims. Once again the Junior Excellence (JX) Open Water Clinic took place with 53 junior swimmers participating. Swimmers were taken through a theory session and in water clinic conducted by former Australian World Champion Melissa Cunningham.

Swimming Victoria would like to acknowledge and thank the Traralgon Swimming Club and all of their volunteers for their contributions to Victorian Open Water Swimming.

Swimming Victoria again partnered with the ‘Great Victorian Swim Series’ presented by Cousins Travel in 2014 / 15, which provided increased opportunities for swimmers to gain approved qualifying times in both the 5km and 2.5km JX events.

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VICTORIAN SWIMMERS PERFORMED EXCEPTIONALLY WELL ON THE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STAGE FOR THE 2014 / 2015 SEASON.

Melbourne Vicentre and Nunawading finished in the top ten Clubs in the country in the point scores for both the Australian Short Course Championships and Australian Long Course Championships. MLC Aquatic performed very well at the Australian Age Championships finishing in 6th position.

The team for the 2015 Commonwealth Games included eight Victorian athletes – Josh Beaver, Ellen Gandy, Belinda Hocking, Mack Horton, Matson Lawson, Travis Mahoney, Kotuku Ngawati and Mitchell Pratt as well as two Victorian coaches – Rohan Taylor and Craig Jackson. Belinda Hocking won Gold in the 200m Backstroke and Silver in the 100m Backstroke, Mack Horton won Silver in the 1500m Freestyle, Josh Beaver won Silver in the 200m Backstroke and Bronze in the 100m Backstroke and Matson Lawson won Bronze in the 200m Backstroke.

At the Junior Pan Pacific Championships in Maui, Victoria had two athletes on the team – Benno Negri and Christina Licciardi. Benno Negri won a Silver medal in the 4x100m Freestyle relay and Christina Licciardi won a Silver medal in the 100m Butterfly.

Pasadena was the host of the 2014 Para Pan Pacific Championships where Victorian’s had an outstanding meet. Tim Disken won Gold in the 100m Breaststroke and Bronze in the 400m Freestyle, Tanya Huebner won Gold in the 100m Breaststroke and Ahmed Kelly won Gold in the 50m Breaststroke. Jeremy Tidy was also on the team, as well as coach Amanda Isaac.

On other teams during the year we were represented at the BHP Billiton Aquatic Super Series, the Berlin Open, the Japan Open, Pan Pacific Championships, Youth Olympic Games, Oceania Championships and the Australia A Team.

Congratulations also to home coaches who placed swimmers on teams over the past 12 months – Ian Pope, Nick Veliades, Brad Harris, Damien Gogoll and Sandro (Alex) Vasta.

PERFORMANCE ATNATIONAL EVENTS

CLUBS WHO FINISH IN THE TOP 50 AT NATIONAL EVENTS

2014 AUSTRALIAN SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS

PLACING CLUB TOTAL

2 MELBOURNE VICENTRE 782.50

7 NUNAWADING 490.50

22 PLC AQUATIC 153.00

32 TIGERSHARKS 108.00

34 WARRNAMBOOL 103.50

50 MELBOURNE H2O 45.50

2015 AUSTRALIAN OPEN WATER CHAMPIONSHIPS

PLACING CLUB TOTAL

13 WATERLIONS 97.00

19 MLC AQUATIC 69.00


35 CA TRITONS 31.00

37 SURREY PARK 26.00

43 NUNAWADING 18.00

2015 HANCOCK PROSPECTING AUSTRALIAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS

PLACING CLUB TOTAL


4 NUNAWADING 523.50

31 PLC AQUATIC 125.00

32 TRARALGON 122.50

35 TIGERSHARKS 116.00

2015 GEORGINA HOPE FOUNDATION AUSTRALIAN AGE SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS

PLACING CLUB TOTAL

3 MELBOURNE VICENTRE 1,363.50

6 MLC AQUATIC 871.50

8 NUNAWADING 786.00

26 TRARALGON 289.50

44 CA TRITONS 148.00

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VICTORIAN ATHLETES AND COACHES ON AUSTRALIAN TEAMS


2015 BHP BILLITON AQUATIC SUPER SERIES — PERTH

FIRST CLUB COACH

Mack Horton MELBOURNE VICENTRE Craig Jackson

Travis Mahoney NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

2015 BERLIN OPEN TEAM

FIRST CLUB COACH

Tim Disken PLC Damian Gogoll

Ahmed Kelly MELBOURNE VICENTRE Brad Harris

2015 JAPAN OPEN — TOKYO

FIRST CLUB COACH


Josh Beaver NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

Holly Brettle TIGERSHARKS Ben Hiddlestone

Ashley Delaney NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

Tyrone Dobrunz TIGERSHARKS Ben Hiddlestone

Jess Hansen NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

Matson Lawson TIGERSHARKS Ben Hiddlestone

Rohan Taylor (coach) NUNAWADING

Ben Hiddlestone (coach) TIGERSHARKS

2014 COMMONWEALTH GAMES — GLASGOW

FIRST CLUB COACH

Josh Beaver TIGERSHARKS Ben Hiddlestone

Ellen Gandy NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

Belinda Hocking NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor




Kotuku Ngawati MELBOURNE VICENTRE Craig Jackson

Mitchell Pratt TIGERSHARKS Ben Hiddlestone


Craig Jackson (coach) MELBOURNE VICENTRE

2014 PARA PAN PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS — PASADINA

FIRST CLUB COACH

Tim Disken PLC AQUATIC Damien Gogoll

Tanya Huebner MELBOURNE VICENTRE Brad Harris

Ahmed Kelly MELBOURNE VICENTRE Brad Harris

Jeremy Tidy NUNAWADING Amanda Isaac

PAN PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS — GOLD COAST

FIRST CLUB COACH

Joshua Beaver TIGERSHARKS Ben Hiddlestone

Belinda Hocking NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor





Ben Hiddlestone (coach) TIGERSHARKS

Craig Jackson (coach) MELBOURNE VICENTRE

Ellen Gandy [withdrew] NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

AUSTRALIA A TEAM — USA

FIRST CLUB COACH

Ashley Delaney NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

Alexander Graham MLC AQUATIC Gene Jackson

Gene Jackson (coach) MLC AQUATIC

YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES — CHINA

FIRST CLUB COACH

Nicholas Groenewald NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

OCEANIA CHAMPIONSHIPS — NEW ZEALAND

FIRST CLUB COACH

Nicholas Groenewald NUNAWADING Rohan Taylor

JUNIOR PAN PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS — MAUI

FIRST CLUB COACH

Benno Negri MLC AQUATIC Nick Veliades

Christina Licciardi MELBOURNE VICENTRE Ian Pope

SWIMMING VICTORIALIFE MEMBERS

2014 — Mr D Arnold2011 — Mr R Alexander2011 — Ms J Smith OAM2011 — Ms J Smith OAM2011 — Mr C Tucker2011 — Ms S Reese2010 — Mr R Davis2010 — Mr E Tullberg2009 — Mr M Digby2009 — Mrs M Smith2008 — Ms B Hanson2008 — Mr P Sanderson2008 — Mr R Ness2005 — Mr M Welsh2002 — Mr L Cooper2002 — Mrs P Digby2001 — Mr M Klim2000 — Dr AD Woodhouse1997 — Mr R Bowen1997 — Mrs AM Hanlon

1996 — Mrs M Cain*1996 — Mr D Cook*1993 — Mrs N Stevenson (Livingstone)1993 — Mrs E Carmichael*1993 — Mr PG Foard*1992 — Mr R Woodhouse1990 — Mrs GE Belfrage*1990 — Miss E Olson*1990 — Mrs JJ Davies1990 — Mrs M Doak*1990 — Mrs A Palmer*1990 — Mrs D Quinton*1983 — Mr RW Carmichael OAM*1978 — Mr CW Millar*1976 — Mr G Hare OAM1968 — Mr HE Belfrage*1966 — Mr BA Carter*1963 — Mr HHB Ive*1963 — Mr LM Phillips*1962 — Mr A Monaghan BEM*

1961 — Mr B Powell*1955 — Mr WH Slade MBE, KsJ*1954 — Mr G King*1954 — Mr LS Warner*1953 — Mr WTJ Uren CBE*1952 — Mr AN Blue*1947 — Mr SJL Harris*1947 — Mr SC Becktold*1945 — Mr T Richardson*1945 — Mr HA Bennett*1942 — Mr AWB Fawcett*1932 — Mr AE George*1932 — Mr JJ Lock* Mr FG Richardson* Mr H Snape* Mr G Maynard* Mr AR Horton* Mr C Harsley* Sir F Beaurepaire KB* Mr GF Crane*

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* Deceased

VALE Swimming Victoria would like to acknowledge the contribution of Swimming Victoria Life Member, Margaret Cain, who passed away in May 2015. Margaret was the mother of Olympian, Debra Cain (Munich, 1972). She was a Life Member of the Cheltenham Club, Team Manager of the Victorian Teams to Australian Championships, and a Team Manager of Australian Teams including the 1982 Commonwealth Games. She assisted in running the Swimming Victoria shop for more than 20 years from 1980 into the early 2000s, all in a voluntary capacity. She was also a State Selector. Swimming Victoria is deeply appreciative of the contribution made to the swimming community by Margaret, as we are to all of our members who passed away in the 2014/15 season.

COMPETITIONS COMMITTEE

Dean BryantJoffre CharlesRahmin De Kretser (Board Liaison – Part) Courtney Ford (Board Liaison – Part) Sandy FrameKaren Garrard Geoff Hare (Board Liaison) Vivienne Kennedy (Chair) Craig KipplingHeather O’Connor John RobertsonNick Veliades

FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE

David GattRobyn HayesSimone JessupJackie Madden Paul Malcolm (Board Liaison)Fong Tee Duncan Webster (Chair)

HIGH PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE

Derek BoothroydRahmin De Kretser (Board Liaison – Part) Linley Frame Craig Jackson (Chair)Wayne Lawes Lee NicholsonLeigh NugentAdrian Radley (Board Liaison – Part) Jamie SalterRohan Taylor

OPEN WATER COMMITTEE

Melissa CunninghamChris Eccles Kevin Halson (Chair) Jane Mitchell John Robertson Michal SkrodzkiDamian Van de Berg (Board Liaison) Andrew VidlerAlex Webb

SPORT DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Courtney Ford (Board Liaison – Part) Anthony HoffmanMark Griffiths Matt KingRobyn Miller (Board Liaison – Part) Anthony Schlicht Nick VeliadesSarah Venning

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

Joffre CharlesLawrie Cox (Board Liaison – Part) Max Digby Sandy Frame (Chair) Geoff Hare OAM (Board Liaison – Part) Margaret Lang Heather O’ConnorJanice Smith OAMJudith Smith OAMPat Southwell

SWIMMING VICTORIA OFFICERS

Chief Referee Joffre Charles

Championship Officer Heather O’Connor

Interclub Officer Margaret Arnold

Proficiency Registrar Heather O’Connor

Records Registrar Damian Arnold

SWD Representative Karen Garrard

STATE SELECTORS

Linley FrameVivienne Kennedy Sarah Venning

SWIMMING VICTORIACOMMITTEES


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