National Qualifier for Walker

Triumphant cheers and applause echoed around the Millfield Pool from Chard supporters as Daniel Walker achieved his first National time; 1-20-38 in the 100m Breaststroke on Sunday 24^th May 2009.

 It was the Last Chance meet for National times which proved no challenge for Daniel who had narrowly missed out on a National time in the 200m Breaststroke the previous day.  Regardless of that, sheer determination and technique allowed him to conquer the time required for National qualification.

Daniel 12 who attends Huish Episcopi Science College and is a credit to the swimming club. He is a focused member and trains at a consistently high standard four - five times a week. He is naturally gifted at all four strokes but Breaststroke appears to be his forté. This year alone he has obtained five South West Regional times in the 100m and 200m Breaststroke, the 100m and 200m Freestyle and the 200m Individual Medley. In the first two rounds of the Southern Junior League he posted several notable performances for both Breaststroke and Freestyle in individual events. He also achieved 3rd Place for the 12 years Boys BAGCATS in the Somerset Age Groups, alongside Swimmer of the Month for his efforts in March and May. His success in obtaining a National time is a result of how much he has accomplished so far in 2009.

Daniel’s Dad Barry said “We are very relieved and proud of him!”

This is the first National for both Walker and Chard and District Swimming Club this year. All of the squad and coaches John and Pam were thrilled for him. On Behalf of the club I would like to wish him the best of luck for the end of July when he will compete in Sheffield. We know he will continue to build upon his performances, as he is one talented swimmer!

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