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Arfon Masters History
A brief summary of the club's history
Welsh Closed, 4th November, 2006, Ystrad, Rhondda
Three of our members made it down to the Rhondda this sunny autumn week-end to compete against the much larger teams of South Wales. Despite the competition, temperature of the water and wonky backstroke flags Stewart, Anthony and Christine swam well and managed to come home with first, second and third places respectively. We were sorry Helen and Keith didn't quite make it - next year, hopefully but thanks to the three who did for their contribution in helping the club gain a Dragon Mark performance award.
Where's the whisky?
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ASA Masters, Ponds Forge, Sheffield, 27th-29th October, 2006
One of our youngest swimmers, Claire Wilson, made her way to Sheffield to battle against stiff competition in the ASA Masters. Swimmers come from all over the UK for this short course competition. Claire achieved great results coming 6th out of 17 in the 50m Backstroke, 7th out of 20 in the 100m Butterfly, 9th out of 24 in the 100m IM, 9th out of 26 in the 50m Freestyle and 11th out of 30 in the 100m Freestyle. Well done Claire and you earned a free training session voucher for competing in a Dragon Mark competition.
Dublin, 21st October 2006
On the week-end of 21st October, seven Arfon Masters swimmers crossed the Irish Sea to compete in the Aerlingus Gala. Baz, Mair, Louise, Lynn Yul;e, Lynne Stewart, Jan and Gill Allsop amazed themselves, and us, by winning the Molly Malone trophy for the the most points for a club outside Ireland. Congratulations and see Molly Malone below.
The belles of the ball sampling some Irish hospitality. A great time was had by all!
20th Arfon Masters Open Meet, 30th September, 2006
The 20th anniversary Arfon Masters Open Meet saw an amazing turn-out of keen swimmers from 19 different clubs. The original meet lasted 2 days but nowadays all the competition, excitement and fun is packed into one thoroughly enjoyable day.
Records were broken, both meet and Welsh, trophies were won and above all everyone had a really great time.
Amazingly, at our special anniversary gala, Arfon managed to win back the coveted club trophy, just beating our close rivals, Halton, who were second with 609 points, while Arfon had 662 points.
Many thanks to Sue and Trixie for spending so much time shut up in the flume alcove at Bangor pool pouring our computers. Without their dedication this gala couldn't have taken place.
Thanks to all swimmers and clubs and officials for supporting us and helping to make our special 20th Open Meet such a success and such fun.
The incredible Ann Watham taking the plunge.
Here's action man Nefyn - in brilliant form!
Our oldest member and World Masters competitor, Baz Owen.
Ex- chairperson Mair Martin, still working hard for the club and still swimming well - a difficult combination!
What a turn-out for Arfon Masters - thanks everyone!
As it was such a special occasion the celebration buffet and ceilidh were held in the atmospheric venue of Hendre Hall. Over 100 famished swimmers, officials and partners were fed. Then they used up any remaining energy by linking arms and attempting to follow the instructions of the ceilidh master! What a laugh was had! We all had a great time.
We have Catherine to thank for making all the complicated arrangements necessary in organising such a special celebration.
Mavis and Eddie celebrating their 39th wedding anniversary at Arfon's ceilidh. Sadly Mavis will be leaving us soon for sunny Australia. Thanks to both Mavis and Eddie for your help and support of the club. You'll both be missed and we wish you well in your new life down-under.
Coach, Jenny, reading out the winners.
Behind the scenes, Louise, cuts our birthday cake.
Halton Members enjoying their get-together.
Here's the gala girl herself, Sue, proudly showing the plaque and champagne kindly presented to the club by Halton. A special thanks to Halton. The champagne went down really well at our Christmas dinner!
The ceilidh band.
Thanks to all swimmers and clubs and officials for supporting us and helping to make our special 20th Open Meet such a success and such fun.
Could all those who had won a coaster (i.e were placed 1st - 3rd in their age group) but didn't receive it please contact Sue or Christine.
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