Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Another Aussie Snags Gold @ AKIS

Hanging out with the team. Pre-race yoga?
Hi Mummy!
Cheering on her team mates in the pool.


(I wish she would save her energy.)


Listening to instructions from Mrs Scott.
Matilda and her freestyle relay team.
Following Mr Wilkinson to their places. Last minute reminders.
Matilda is first swimmer.
On your marks, get set, GO!
Almost there! 25m is a long way when you're only 5.
The girls discuss their win!
Cookies!!
DESS wins gold!

The team heads down to the pool to receive their medals.
"Ooooh, I think it is real gold!""Look how shiny it is."Go DESS!
Well done Matilda! We're very proud of you.
Matilda gives the whole experience a 'thumbs up'!

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

QPPSSA Year 3/4 Swimming Gala @ Al Khor International School

Isabelle lined up for her first race, 25m backstroke.
Nerves setting in.

She had a great swim.

The DESS team cheers as it is announced they are in the lead.

Race #2, 50 m breaststroke.

Go Belle!!

Next, year 3/4 mixed medley. Isabelle (team captain) gives Tegan a pep talk.

Discussing strategy.

Waiting...

Brendan, my principal, the girls' principal and Phil watching from the stands.

Race #3, the medley. Isabelle started with backstroke. They went on to beat every team by far!

Final race, year 4 freestyle medley.



Ready, set, GO!



Woohoo! It's all over. Well done girls and boys!!

Nail-biting wait for results...

DESS wins gold!!

The Champions!

We're proud of you Isabelle.

Excellent effort and well done for being a good team captain!