Rockingham Swimming Club

Our swimmers are proud participants in Swimming Australia’s Pho3nix Junior Excellence (JX) Program. This national program recognises the performances of swimmers aged 9–13, helping to encourage and inspire the next generation of competitive athletes within our club.

Delivered across every state and territory, the program connects young swimmers with elite pathways and role models. Throughout the season, our swimmers work hard to achieve Blue, Bronze, Silver and Gold standards based on their race performances. Well done to everyone!

Congratulations to our 2026 Club Champions, you’ve inspired every swimmer, coach, and family in our community. Your effort, attitude, and spirit represent everything we stand for.

Gold Medalist
Preston Bell, Serena Sharp, Salvador Goncalves, Sia Collins, Hakaraia P**i, Mia Mcleod, Lincoln Bell, Elena Tanaka, Lavon Louw, Brooklyn Allanson, Max Wicks, Nia Jones, Niko Tanaka, Elyssa Littleboy, Heidi Reichstein & Ella O'Brien.

Silver Medalist
Rhina Masoe-O'Neill, Imogen Bell, Amaia P**i, Charlotte Ralph, Brandon Michel, Tylah Cole, Kaia Apetera, Devon Gillam & Hayley Sumption-Hall.

Bronze Medalist
Ilic Harrison, Grace Colby, Mackenzie Galloway, Riley Cotton-Odgaard, Eira Williams, Cara Cotton-Odgaard, Jayden Michel & Olivia Atkinson

And a special shout out to our Swimmers of the Month Sami Malaeb, Aria Milnes & Harper Lewis. You’ve shown that progress comes from showing up, pushing through the tough sessions, and supporting your teammates. We see you, and we celebrate you.

WE’RE HIRING — JUNIOR SWIM COACH!

Rockingham Swimming Club is growing fast, and we’re on the lookout for an energetic, passionate Junior Coach to help shape our next wave of champions.

If you love swimming, thrive in a positive team environment, and want to make a real impact on young athletes this is your moment.

Whether you’re starting your coaching journey or ready to level up we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply: Send your expression of interest to [email protected] including:

- Coaching & swimming background
- Current qualifications
- Availability
- Relevant experience

Join the Rockingham Swimming Club family and help us build confidence, skills, and future champions.

What a week for our Stingrays at the Masters Swimming Australia National Championships in Queensland.

While medals are always exciting, one of the biggest highlights from Nationals was the incredible progress shown across our squad personal bests, breakthroughs, state records, team spirit and swimmers stepping outside their comfort zones to see what they’re truly capable of.

As a club, we’re proud not only of the results, but of the commitment, consistency and support shown throughout the entire meet. The atmosphere on pool deck was something special and the experience has only made our team stronger heading into another big summer season.

⭐ Nationals Highlights ⭐

Darrin – 16 events | 7 PBs | 1 medal
Lyle – 10 events | 8 medals
Ingrid – 18 events | 12 medals | 11 PBs | multiple State Records
Ian – 13 events | 10 PBs | 1 medal
Tanya – 16 events | 11 medals | 4 PBs
Shannon – 19 events | 11 PBs | 3 medals

And from Bridget’s daytime squad:
Erica – 7 events | 3 medals | 2 PBs
Keith – 9 events | 9 PBs | 1 medal

A massive congratulations also to our Women’s 4x50 Freestyle Relay team who broke the State Record, taking almost 2 seconds off the previous mark held by Claremont.

And a very special mention to Dana.
While supporting and guiding our swimmers throughout the meet, Dana was also competing as part of the ADF team she has spent many months building and coordinating. Between coaching, team management, ultramarathon training and life in general, her dedication is incredible. Dana looked exceptionally strong in the water all week and her results reflected the enormous work she has put in behind the scenes.

Nationals reminded us exactly what Masters swimming is about challenging yourself, backing your teammates, celebrating progress and having fun along the way.

As winter approaches and motivation can dip, there’s never been a better time to jump in and see what you’re capable of. Whether you’re chasing PBs, fitness, friendships or just wanting to be part of an amazing club culture we’d love to have you on pool deck with us.

Bring on Nationals in Perth 2027.

ROCKINGHAM SWIMMING CLUB RECORDS ARE TUMBLING!

History continues to be rewritten as our swimmers deliver an extraordinary run of performances, breaking multiple club records across a range of events!

Lucia Anderson has been nothing short of sensational, dominating the butterfly events and setting new benchmarks:
16YR Girls 50m Butterfly LC
• Previous: Hitomi Cording (2025) – 29.83
• Lucia breaks it – 29.67
• Lucia breaks it again – 29.23

16YR Girls 100m Butterfly LC
• Previous: Teleah Canavate-Blankendaal (2017) – 1:03.95
• New Record: 1:03.88

16YR Girls 200m Butterfly LC
• Previous: Teleah Canavate-Blankendaal (2017) – 2:20.61
• Lucia breaks it – 2:20.30
• Lucia breaks it again – 2:19.52

Brooklyn Allanson sprinted her way into the history books:
12YR Girls 50m Freestyle LC
• Previous: Brooke Wilson (2006) – 29.18
• New Record: 29.16

Hayden Manning made his mark with a powerful butterfly swim:
13YR Boys 50m Butterfly LC
• Previous: Josh McClelland (2010) – 29.5
• New Record: 29.23

Kaiya Williams stormed to a new backstroke record:
16YR Boys 50m Backstroke LC
• Previous: Joshua Spencer (2019) – 28.91
• New Record: 28.52

Tristan van Waas continues to dominate distance freestyle, setting new standards:
17YR Boys 800m Freestyle LC
• Previous: Tristan Van Waas (2025) – 8:51.40
• New Record: 8:47.83

17YR Boys 1500m Freestyle LC
• Previous: Austin McAleese (2015) – 16:33.32
• New Record: 16:32.36

These incredible swims are a reflection of the relentless hard work, dedication, and commitment from our athletes and coaching team.

A huge congratulations to Lucia, Brooklyn, Hayden, Kaiya, and Tristan for their outstanding achievements and for continuing to build the proud legacy of Rockingham Swimming Club!

CLUB RECORD

Another record broken by Lucia Anderson for the 16yr 200m Butterfly 2:20.30 (LC) was held by Teleah Canavate 2:20.61 in 2017.

Well done Lucia!

BRONZE FOR TRISTAN!

What a swim! Tristan van Waas delivered an incredible performance tonight in the 1500m Freestyle, digging deep and leaving it all in the pool to bring home a well earned Bronze Medal.

A true test of endurance, grit, and determination and Tristan rose to the occasion when it mattered most.

We couldn’t be prouder of the effort and the result. Huge moment for Tristan and the team 💙💛

FINAL NIGHT

One last time! Let’s get behind our team as they take on finals tonight!

Lucia Anderson | Event 114 | 100m Butterfly B Final | 5:32pm AWST

Tristan Van Waas | Event 117 | 1500m Freestyle Timed Final | 6:01pm AWST

Tune in LIVE on 9Now for our final races and cheer them home!

DAY 8 – 18/04/26 | FINAL DAY

Final day of Nationals, one last push, one last chance to leave it all in the pool! Let’s finish strong, Rockingham

Romeo Zver | Event 111 | 50m Butterfly | 8:47am AWST

Hayden Manning | Event 113 | 200m Butterfly | 9:22am AWST

Lucia Anderson | Event 114 | 100m Butterfly | 9:44am AWST

Tristan Van Waas | Event 117 | 1500m Freestyle | 10:37am AWST

Tune in LIVE on 9Now and help us bring it home!