Calgary Patriots Excel at the Winter Provincial Trials SC

March 10, 2025

The Calgary Patriots Swim Club had an incredible performance at the Winter Provincial Trials SC meet this last weekend , showcasing the hard work, dedication, and talent of our athletes. With a remarkable 43 participants (the second most of any team), the Patriots made a significant impact in the pool, achieving an impressive 147 personal bests and a staggering 37 podium finishes!

Personal Bests and Podium Success

Our swimmers truly rose to the occasion, showing that the Calgary Patriots are a force to be reckoned with. With 147 personal bests, it’s clear that the team has been putting in the work and pushing themselves to reach new heights.

But it wasn’t just personal bests — the Patriots had 37 podium finishes, including 12 golds, 12 silvers, and 13 bronzes. This success is a testament to the hard work and perseverance of each swimmer.

The podium finishers were:

Zack Schwanke: 4 podium places
Charlie Serra: 4 podium places
Fara Wachtler: 4 podium places
Reese Kanuit: 3 podium places
Harriet Nimmon: 3 podium places
Kira Barber: 2 podium places
Aaron MacDonald: 2 podium places
Rhilynn McKibbon: 2 podium places
Erika Robinson: 2 podium places
Megan Sauder: 2 podium places
Quan Sun: 2 podium places
Elise Dechant: 1 podium place
Lexi Gilmour: 1 podium place
Anna McLellan: 1 podium place
Aria Warwick: 1 podium place

These performances highlight the depth of talent within the Calgary Patriots Swim Club, with swimmers across all squads contributing to the club's success.

New Champs Qualifiers

We’re also excited to announce that 10 Patriots swimmers qualified for the Provincial Championship competition bringing the total number of qualifiers to 43. The following athletes earned their spot this weekend to compete the weekend of March 20-23, 2025 in Edmonton:

Rhilynn McKibbon
Anna McLellan
Harriet Nimmon
Zack Schwanke
Charlie Serra
Fara Wachtler
Reese Kanuit
Kira Barber
Aaron MacDonald
Erika Robinson

These athletes have demonstrated exceptional skill and determination, and we can’t wait to see them compete at the Champs meet!

A Bright Future

The Winter Provincial Trials SC marked an extraordinary chapter for the Calgary Patriots Swim Club, with outstanding performances across the board. Whether it was breaking personal records or earning podium finishes, each swimmer’s dedication contributed to the team’s collective success.

As we look ahead, we’re excited to see how our athletes continue to develop and grow. The dedication and commitment shown at this event are just a glimpse of the bright future that lies ahead for the Calgary Patriots.

Go Patriots!