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Saturday, March 15, 2025
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Several PB’s at Short Course Championships
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The National Sports Center Pool witnessed a flurry of personal bests and impressive performances as the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association hosted its Short Course Championships, with returning students making a splash.
The event saw familiar faces back in the pool, with the likes of the Checini siblings, Marleigh Howes, and Rhys Insley all delivering strong swims. Madelyn Moore, in particular, enjoyed a stellar meet, consistently clocking personal best times.
Moore's standout performance came in the Girls 15 & Over 50 SC Meter Butterfly A-Final. She powered through the water, touching the wall in a personal best time of 27.76 seconds. Marleigh Howes followed in second with a time of 29.00, while Elanna Fulton completed the podium with a time of 32.37.
In the Boys 15 & Over 50 SC Meter Butterfly A-Final, Logan Jones claimed victory with a time of 27.36. Noah Maranzana secured second place, clocking 28.34, and Joseph Lau finished third with a time of 29.29.
The 13-14 Girls 100 SC Meter Freestyle A-Final saw Gaby Cechini deliver a personal best performance, winning in 1:03.83. Scarlett Spurling finished second with a time of 1:05.31, and Isla Cooze took third place with a time of 1:10.30.
Thomas Cechini dominated the Boys 15 & Over 100 SC Meter Freestyle A-Final, winning in 52.32 seconds. Logan Jones secured his second podium finish of the day, taking second place with a time of 54.79. Jamie MacFarlane rounded out the top three with a time of 59.02.
The Short Course Championships provided a platform for Bermuda's swimmers to showcase their talent and progress. With personal bests tumbling and strong performances across all age groups, the future of Bermuda swimming looks bright. The event also highlighted the dedication of the athletes, many of whom are balancing their studies with their sporting commitments.
Click Here to see the Full 2025 Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s Short Course Championships Saturday March 15th 2025 Results
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Friday, February 28, 2025
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Harvey Contests 100 Yard Backstroke at Big Ten Championships
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Olympian Jack Harvey continued his campaign at the Big Ten Championships, competing in the Men's 100 Yard Backstroke on Day Three of the competition.
Representing Penn State, Harvey swam a time of 47.19 in the Preliminaries, securing 19th place and a spot in the 'C' final.
In the 'C' final, Harvey finished fourth with a time of 47.34, placing him 20th overall in the event.
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Thursday, February 27, 2025
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Harvey Sets Personal Best at Big Ten Championships
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Olympian Jack Harvey continued his strong season with a Personal Best performance in the Men's 50 Yard Freestyle at the Big Ten Championships. Representing Penn State, Harvey took to the pool on Day Two of the competition and clocked an impressive time of 20.08 in the preliminaries.
While Harvey's time placed him 32nd overall, the personal best is a testament to his continued development and dedication to the sport. His performance at the Big Ten Championships showcases his ability to compete at a high level against some of the best swimmers in the nation.
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025
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Sharrieff Shines as Howard Claims Second at Championships
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Myeisha Sharrieff and her Howard University Women's Swimming and Diving teammates produced a strong performance at the 2025 Northeast Conference (NEC) Championship, securing second place with a total score of 683.5 points. This impressive result marks the second consecutive year that Howard has finished as runners-up in the conference.
Sharrieff played a key role in Howard's success, delivering several personal best performances throughout the competition. In the Women's 50 Yard Freestyle, she finished 15th in the preliminaries with a personal best time of 24.24, advancing to the 'B' final. She finished fifth in the final, clocking a time of 24.26.
Sharrieff's standout performance came in the Women's 100 Yard Backstroke. She recorded the second-fastest time in the preliminaries with a personal best of 56.20, securing her place in the 'A' final. In the final, she went even faster, touching the wall in a new personal best time of 56.17 to claim the silver medal.
In the Women's 200 Yard Backstroke, Sharrieff continued her impressive form. She finished ninth in the preliminaries with a personal best time of 2:07.49, advancing to the 'B' final. She then bettered her time again in the final, finishing second with another personal best of 2:06.74.
Sharrieff's impressive individual performances, including a silver medal and multiple personal bests, were crucial to Howard's overall success at the NEC Championships. Her achievements highlight her talent and dedication, contributing to the team's continued strong showing in the conference.
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Tuesday, February 25, 2025
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Ingham & Desmond Compete in Atlantic 10 Championships
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 Caleb Ingham & Brian Desmond IslandStats.com
Ingham, representing La Salle University, took part in the Men's 50 Yard Freestyle, finishing 25th in the preliminaries with a time of 20.73. He also played a key role in La Salle's Men's 200 Yard Freestyle Relay team, swimming the anchor leg as they secured a fourth-place finish in a time of 1:20.24.
Desmond, competing for Fordham University, showcased his skills in the Men's 100 Yard Backstroke. He advanced to the 'B' final, where he finished seventh, securing 15th place overall with a time of 49.16.
Both Ingham and Desmond's performances demonstrate the growing strength of Bermudian swimming on the collegiate stage. Their participation in this prestigious championship highlights their dedication and talent in the pool.
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