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Wednesday, June 25, 2025
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Bermuda's Young Swimmers Impress at Florida Classic
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Seven promising young swimmers from Bermuda's Harbour Swim Club have made a fantastic impression at the 2025 GCST Mark McCaw Summer Classic swim meet in Fort Myers, Florida. This event marked the first overseas competition for this group of athletes, aged 9-12, and they certainly rose to the occasion.
The three-day meet, featuring preliminary competitions in the mornings and finals in the evenings, saw remarkable performances from the Bermudian contingent. Despite the challenges of travel and a demanding volume of swimming over the period, all the girls achieved outstanding swims, recording numerous personal bests – a significant accomplishment for young athletes.
The team, comprising Colette Durkin, Eva Desjardins, Myla Desjardins, Charlotte Henderson, Iris Duda, Evelyn Fahy, and Aine Fahy, kicked off the meet with a memorable moment, singing the Bermuda National Anthem to the audience. They then continued to impress in the water, with many of the girls making the cut for the finals each evening.
Beyond their strong individual results, the young swimmers demonstrated exceptional team spirit and maturity throughout the competition. Their successful outing has clearly left them eager for future international meets, signaling a bright future for Bermudian swimming talent.
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Sunday, June 22, 2025
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Bermuda Swimmers Shine at Planet Swim Championships
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Bermuda's swimming contingent has delivered a series of impressive performances at the 2025 Planet Swim Summer Championships, held at the Planet Swim & Tennis Club in Ponte Vedra, Florida. The island's swimmers secured a gold medal in a relay event, alongside multiple individual silver and bronze medals, showcasing the depth of talent within the national program.
A highlight of the championships was the outstanding effort from the Boys 400m Medley Relay team. The quartet of Brian Desmond, Caleb Ingham, Logan Jones, and Gabriel Maranzana combined effectively to claim the Gold Medal in the A Final, a testament to their teamwork and individual prowess.
Individually, Brian Desmond had a stellar meet in the 15 & Over Boys' category. He secured a Silver Medal in the 100m Backstroke, and followed that up with another Silver Medal performance in the 100m Freestyle, demonstrating his versatility across different stroke disciplines.
Caleb Ingham also made a significant impact on the podium. He earned a Bronze Medal in the 15 & Over Boys' 50m Freestyle, and further showcased his speed by capturing a Bronze in the 15 & Over Boys' 100m Freestyle.
The strong medal haul at these championships, held in an Olympic-standard pool, provides a valuable boost for Bermuda's swimmers as they continue their development and prepare for future international competitions.
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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Bermuda Set to Compete at Planet Swim Championships
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Team Bermuda will proudly represent the island at the 2025 Planet Swim Summer Championships from June 20th – 22nd at the Planet Swim & Tennis Club in Ponte Vedra, Florida.
The event, held in a 50-meter Olympic-standard pool, offers a high-performance racing environment with prelims and finals for swimmers aged 11 and over.
With the 2025 CCCAN Championships postponed, this competition has been selected as a key alternative meet—providing continuity in the national program’s racing calendar and allowing Bermuda to broaden participation. For this competition development-level swimmers have been included after reaching 2 AA standards alongside national team veterans, offering valuable international experience for the next generation of athletes.
Team Bermuda Roster and Event Entries
Women:
Elanna Fulton (17)
200 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, 50 Freestyle, 100 Butterfly, 100 Freestyle
Isabella Jones (15)
200 Breaststroke, 50 Freestyle, 200 IM, 100 Freestyle, 100 Breaststroke
Violet Smith (15)
100 Backstroke, 50 Freestyle, 200 Backstroke, 100 Freestyle
Scarlett Spurling (14)
200 Freestyle, 200 Breaststroke, 50 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle, 100 Breaststroke
Jorgia White (16)
200 Freestyle, 50 Freestyle, 400 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle, 1500 Freestyle
Taylor White (21)
200 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, 200 Backstroke, 400 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle
Men:
Brian Desmond (21)
200 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, 50 Freestyle, 200 Backstroke, 400 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle
Noah Fulton (14)
200 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, 50 Freestyle, 400 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle, 1500 Freestyle
Caleb Ingham (22)
50 Freestyle, 100 Butterfly, 100 Freestyle, 100 Breaststroke
Logan Jones (15)
200 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, 50 Freestyle, 400 Freestyle, 100 Butterfly, 100 Freestyle
Gabriel Maranzana (14)
200 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, 50 Freestyle, 100 Butterfly, 200 IM, 100 Freestyle
Dominic Wright (14)
200 Freestyle, 100 Backstroke, 50 Freestyle, 400 Freestyle, 200 IM, 100 Freestyle
Coach Smith said "Team Bermuda will compete across a total of 63 individual events, spanning sprint, middle-distance, and endurance events along with relays. The competition promises to be a challenging and rewarding experience with strong Florida region talent to race against and opportunities to qualify for finals."
Meet Schedule:
June 20–22 | Prelims: 8:30 am | Finals: 4:30 pm (Fri & Sat), 4:00 pm (Sun)
Team will be coached by Head National swimming coach Ben Smith and team managers are Shirene Fulton and Rebecca White.
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Friday, June 13, 2025
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Daley Competes at Bell Canadian Swimming Trials
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Bermuda's Elijah Daley was in action recently, competing in the 2025 Bell Canadian Swimming Trials held in Victoria, British Columbia.
Daley, facing a strong field of Canadian swimmers, participated in two butterfly events at the prestigious trials.
In the Men’s 50m Butterfly, Daley finished 30th overall, stopping the clock with a time of 25.55 seconds.
He also competed in the Men’s 200m Butterfly, a more endurance-based event. Daley secured a 21st-place finish in this race, recording a time of 2 minutes, 6.79 seconds (2:06.79).
Competing at the Bell Canadian Swimming Trials provides invaluable experience for Daley, allowing him to test his skills against top-tier competition and gain exposure to high-level swim meets. His participation at this event is a significant step in his ongoing development as a competitive swimmer.
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Monday, June 02, 2025
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White Sets New Record & Age Group Champions Crowned
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Following the conclusion of the Ascot Bermuda National Swimming Championships, we now turn our attention to the individual age group rankings, celebrating the top performers and highlighting a further national record that was broken.
Jorgia White etched her name in the record books, establishing a new 15-16 Girls 1500 LC Meter Freestyle Record with an impressive time of 19 minutes, 34.89 seconds (19:34.89). This adds to the excitement of the championships, showcasing the emerging talent within Bermuda's swimming ranks.
In the overall Individual Age Group Championships, Allison Steynor of the Sharks Swim Club emerged as the champion in the 12 & Under Girls category, amassing a total of 2,312 points. Eva Desjardins, representing the Harbour Amateur Swim Club, finished a close second with 2,225 points, while her Harbour teammate Colette Durkin took third place with 2,213 points.
The 12 & Under Boys champion was Walker Smith from the Harbour Amateur Swim Club, who collected 1,379 points. Camden Collette of the Sharks Swim Club finished second with 1,277 points, and Owen Fosker, also from the Harbour Amateur Swim Club, rounded out the top three with 1,233 points.
The 13 & Over Girls championship was claimed by Marleigh Howes of the Sharks Swim Club, who accumulated an impressive 4,175 points. Katherine Wheddon, representing the Harbour Amateur Swim Club, finished second with 3,288 points, and Elanna Fulton from the Sharks Swim Club took third place with 3,097 points.
Finally, Sam Williamson of the Harbour Amateur Swim Club was crowned the 13 & Over Boys champion with a strong total of 4,226 points. Logan Jones from the Sharks Swim Club finished second with 3,738 points, and his Sharks teammate Brian Desmond secured third place with 3,736 points.
These individual age group rankings highlight the strength and depth of swimming talent across Bermuda, with athletes from various clubs showcasing their dedication and skill throughout the Ascot National Swimming Championships. The emergence of new record holders like Jorgia White alongside consistent top performers bodes well for the future of Bermudian swimming.
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