Masters Swimming NSW

🏆 Congratulations to our MSNSW President Kerryn Blanch on receiving a Distinguished Long Service Award! 🎉

Kerryn's contribution to Masters Swimming spans more than 25 years as a technical official, coach, club leader and administrator.

Since joining Masters Swimming NSW in 2001, she has served in technical officiating roles from club meets through to State Championships, National Championships, Australian Masters Games and Pan Pacific Masters Games. She has also coached at Wests Auburn Masters since 2007, served as club President since 2010, and has been President of Masters Swimming NSW since 2018.

Throughout her years of service, Kerryn has mentored countless officials, coaches and swimmers, helping to grow and strengthen our sport across NSW and Australia.

Thank you, Kerryn, for your dedication, leadership and outstanding contribution to the Masters Swimming community. 💙

Please join us in congratulating Kerryn! 👏

Sport NSW is proud to announce the 26 recipients of the 2026 Distinguished Long Service Award, recognising volunteers who have dedicated more than 25 years to supporting and growing sport in their communities.

From coaches and officials to administrators and event organisers, these remarkable individuals have devoted countless hours to creating opportunities for others to participate, connect and thrive through sport.

Their passion, commitment and service have left a lasting legacy across community sport in NSW, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements at the 2026 NSW Community Sports Awards presented by Bankstown Sports Club on Monday 29 June.

Congratulations to all recipients on this well-deserved recognition. 👏

View the full list of Distinguished Long Service Award recipients via the link - https://www.sportnsw.com.au/news/sport-nsw-announces-distinguished-long-service-honours-2026

📢 MSA is pleased to introduce a new Multi-Class (MC) Policy for the MSA National Championships commencing at the 2027 MSA National Championships Perth hosted by Masters Swimming WA (14-18 April 2027) https://www.n27perth.org/

Developed in consultation with the MSA National Disability Inclusion Committee (NDIC) and contributing stakeholders, the policy strengthens the recognition of MC swimmers at our premier event and provides greater clarity and transparency for all members. This marks an important milestone in MSA's commitment to inclusion and celebrating achievement across our sport.

Learn more via the MSA website https://mastersswimming.org.au/msa-national-championships-multi-class-results/



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Entries for the Seaside Pirates IPS Meet close this Friday at midday! Enter via Swim Central!

New coaching workshops in July and September - now available for sign-up. Numbers are limited so don't miss out!

Book your spot online: https://mastersswimmingnsw.org.au/stroke-workshops/

Our June newsletter is now available! Make sure you read our monthly newsletters to stay in the loop on all important news and updates! 💙

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Huge congratulations to Jeanette Brits from Manly on provisionally breaking FOUR World Records in the W65-69 age group at the 2026 MSA National Championships in Brisbane!

⭐200m Freestyle - 2:20.35
⭐400m Freestyle - 4:55.87
⭐400m Freestyle - 4:55.59 (800m split)
⭐800m Freestyle - 9:56.21

An extraordinary display or endurance, speed and consistency across multiple distances!

This image beautifully encapsulates a significant moment from the recent National Championships held in Brisbane.

Hospitality packages are available for the 2026 Australian Swimming Trials in June. See flier for details! 💚💛

Don’t Hold Your Breath: Conquering Race-Day Anxiety in Masters Swimming

Whether it’s pre-race nerves, overthinking pacing, or the pressure of expectations, anxiety can quietly undermine performance in the water.

This 3-hour interactive workshop is designed specifically for masters swimmers, combining evidence-based psychological strategies with practical, poolside techniques. Participants will learn how to recognise their personal anxiety patterns, triggers and underlying contributors, regulate physiological arousal, and develop reliable mental routines that enhance performance.

Transform your nerves into a functional, performance-enhancing state.

This course is available to all members of Masters Swimming NSW, with a limit of only 30 people.

Link to register: https://mastersswimmingnsw.org.au/stroke-workshops/

Friendly reminder that entries for the Pelicans IPS Meet will close this Friday at midday. Enter via Swim Central!