COFFS Harbour Masters Swimming club member Leanne Da Costa represented Australia at the World Aquatics Masters Championships in Singapore from 26 July to 22 August.
The event brought together more than 6,000 athletes from nearly 100 countries.
Competing in the 65–69 age group, Leanne took on five events and delivered some impressive results: 17th in the 400m Individual Medley, 17th in the 100m Butterfly, 19th in the 200m Backstroke, and 28th in the 50m Butterfly.
“Although injury kept Leanne from swimming the 200m Butterfly, she still walked away with three top-20 finishes, a remarkable achievement at a global meet,” said club president Paul Edwards.
Reflecting on the experience, Leanne said competing at the championships was a “dream come true” and a “thrill”.
“It’s been a privilege to be part of the 400-plus [member] Australian team and share in the camaraderie of international swimming.”
In a successful year for the Coffs Harbour Masters Swimming club, seven members have earned places in the Masters Swimming Australia top-ten rankings for their age-group event times in 2025.
These are Tenielle Stubbs, Jemma Werrell, Paul Edwards, Jamie Marschke, Michael Stubbs, Leanne Da Costa, and Anthea Barnfield.
These rankings take into consideration the results of every local, state, national, and international meet throughout the year.
“As a club, we’ve had swimmers compete in NSW, QLD, Victoria, NT, and now Singapore,” Mr Edwards said.
“It’s a testament to the dedication of our long-standing members and the supportive culture we’ve built here in Coffs.”
Coffs Harbour Masters Swimming club is a friendly, inclusive group that welcomes swimmers of all levels.
“Whether you’re a competitive swimmer or just looking for a fun way to stay active, there’s a lane for you.”
In the lead-up to the NSW State Short-Course Championships in October and the QLD State Long-Course Championships in November, the club will be hosting relaxed race-preparation sessions on select Saturday afternoons at the Coffs Harbour Aquatic Centre on Park Beach Road.
Visit https://coffsmastersswimming.weebly.com/ for contact details.
By Andrea FERRARI
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