Grantham Summer Sprintastic

14 Jul 2025

Team Blue Army Makes a Splash at Grantham Sprintastic and Regional Open Water Championships
It was a weekend to remember for Team Blue Army, as swimmers made waves both in the pool and open water at two high-profile events.
At the Grantham Summer Sprintastic, held at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre, Blue Army athletes put in a phenomenal effort despite sweltering conditions.
Their determination paid off in style, with the team securing 42 personal bests across the meet. Several swimmers also added a clutch of medals to their tallies, showcasing the depth of talent and spirit within the squad. Meanwhile, five of Blue Army’s open water specialists took on the challenge of the East Regional Open Water Championships at Whitlingham Adventure in Norwich.
Weeks of dedicated training in lakes and rivers clearly paid dividends, as all five swimmers came home with well-earned county honours — and some with regional medals as well.
3km: Archie McCluer – 3rd in county
2km: Jude Staton – 2nd in county and 2nd in region
1km: Niamh O’Donoghue – 1st in county and 3rd in region
Isla Staton – 2nd in county Alfie McClure – 2nd in county
The club congratulates all swimmers for their grit, resilience, and fantastic performances in and out of the pool. The Blue Army continues to show that with hard work and team spirit, anything is possible.

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