Parkview Senior School hosted a successful swimming gala

The final points put Eagles in fourth place with 86 points, Kestrels in third with 87 points, Hawks came in second with 100 points and Falcons took the cup with 111 points in total.

Asanda Matlhare

January 25, 2023

Elea Pelser gasps for air while she aims for first place. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Learners brought their best breaststroke and butterfly swimming techniques at Parkview Senior School’s swimming gala on January 20.

Teacher Christine De Vos said the learners brought their A-game.

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Erin Wilson is focused on the finish line. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

“The school spirit was electric, and the competition was fierce between rival Hawks in red, and the Falcons in blue. The final points put Eagles in fourth place with 86 points, Kestrels in third with 87 points, Hawks came in second with 100 points and Falcons took the cup with 111 points in total.”

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Tshiamo Mako nears the finish line in the butterfly category. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

De Vos added that the Eagles and Kestrels won the spirit award and put their hearts and voices into supporting their swimmers.

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Josephine Less prepares for backstroke. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

She concluded and congratulated medley winner, Elijah Steel and Alexa Lockhart Barker for their performances.

Nikkita Sigamoney aims for first position in the butterfly category. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

“The junior victor Ludorum was shared by Khayaan Dayaram and Uthmaan Dhoodat and the Victrix Ludorum winner was Ayanda Ndlozi. The Senior Victor Ludorum was awarded to Jude Green and Senior Victrix Ludorum went to Ella Kelly.”

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