A massive well done to both Natasha Hofton and Luke Howdle who competed at the ASA National Age Group Championships, Ponds Forge, Sheffield. The highlight of the week for both of them, which is the UK’s premier competition for all age group swimmers, came on Sunday 27th July where they both secured finals in their respective strongest events (Natasha’s is the 200 Backstroke whereas Luke’s is the 200 Breastroke). In the final of the 200 Backstroke, Natasha secured 5th place, and in the 200 Breastroke, Luke secured 4th. This underlines the huge talent both swimmers possess, swimming and challenging the very best in the country. Well done to both of you!
Tom Wilkinson
Assistant Head Coach
PS. Shannon McDermott also competed at the Nationals in the 4 x 200M Nova Relay team. Teaming up with Natasha to form the first and third legs of the relay, Nova finished 2nd behind City of Leeds. A truly great result for the County and very special that swimmers from Bramcote made up half the competing team.