Bristol North Junior Open Meet 21st & 28th Sept
This is taking place at Hutton Moor over 2 Saturdays in September. it is open to swimmers aged between 9 and 12 years as at 31/8/13. 50m events for 9/10 year olds and 100m events for 11/12 year olds. This is a great opportunity to update some of your times. Please let your coaches know if you are interested in swimming in a relay team. Details and entry form in events information or speak to me (Karen) at the pool. Closing date for Entries is Tuesday 4th June. Please put entries and cheques in the post box at the pool. No Late entries will be accepted.
[Posted: 19/05/2013]
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Time Trials results
The results of this weeks time trials are now available in the Results and PB's section of the website.
[Posted: 18/05/2013]
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Magnificent Four Seasons Performance
The Four Seasons team delivered a superb performance tonight at Burnham-on-Sea to run out comfortable winners and therefore claim a second victory in this year's sequence of galas. With Clevedon absent, the final result was Bristol Henleaze 119, Bishopsworth 88, Burnham 139, Backwell 157. Congratulations to all swimmers for a superb result but particularly to those swimming in their first gala. Click link for full results and new PB's.
[Posted: 12/05/2013]
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Time Trials
There will be time trials next Tues 14th May and next Thurs 16th May for swimmers in Stages 5b, 6 & 7, Development Squad and Junior Squad. They will take place at the normal training times.
Please bring with you a water bottle, T-bag or T -shirt and a spare towel.
We may need a few extra time keepers so if you are available to help then please let Sophie F know and bring a stop watch if you have one........ thank you
[Posted: 11/05/2013]
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Taunton Dean Level 3 Summer Open Meet 06 -07 Jluy 2013
06 to 07th July 2013. The entry pack is now available. Please see events information pages for details. Follow the link for entry instructions. Closing date for entries in the postbox is Sunday 19th May.
[Posted: 10/05/2013]
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Entries to the Southwold Gala
Entries have now been confirmed. As a reminder, you can check your entries in the events information section.
[Posted: 06/05/2013]
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Backwell Secure Third Place in Cotswold League
In a highly entertaining Cotswold League Final at Hutton Moor, Backwell came in a very creditable third place behind much stronger Cheltenham and Cirencester squads. Swimmers can be hugely proud of their performance following a difficult year. Congratulations to Cheltenham for retaining their crown for another year. Final result: Cheltenham 328, Cirencester 313, Backwell 259, Wellington 224, Bishopsworth 199, Norton Radstock 196, MInehead 179, Burnham 172. Thanks to all the backroom team for a fantastically well-run gala.
[Posted: 05/05/2013]
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Gloucester City Level 3 Open Meet
13th to 14th July 2013. The entry pack is now available. Please see events information pages for details. Follow the link for entry instructions. Closing date for entries in the postbox is Friday 3rd May.
[Posted: 23/04/2013]
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Four out of Four in the Cotswold League
A fine performance in the pool at champions, Cheltenham gave Backwell their fourth victory in the Cotswold series on Saturday by a comfortable margin. This means certain qualification for the A-final at Hutton Moor on 4th May. Congratulations to all. Final result: Bristol Penguins 68, Cheltenham 150, Backwell 174, Cinderford 116.
[Posted: 21/04/2013]
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Swindon Dolphins Level 3 End of Season Open Meet
20th to 21st July 2013. Open for entries see events diary for details Closing date 12 May 2013
[Posted: 12/04/2013]
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Third Win in Cotswold League
An excellent performance at Lydney secured a third consecutive win in this season's Cotswold League. In what ended up being a two horse race between Backwell and Clevedon there were some really exciting finishes. Final results were Backwell 1st with 172 points, followed by Clevedon with 142, Lydney with 108 and Bristol Henleaze with 89 points. Click the link for individual and relay results. Congratulations to everyone who swam and to those who supported the team.
[Posted: 07/04/2013]
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Fundraiser Wanted
The Committee are looking for someone to join them as a 'Fund Raiser'. We need someone mainly to try and raise sponsorship for the Club, including the Club Championships and to look for raffle prize donations for various raffles that we hold throughout the year. This could be a job that can be shared if two or three of you fancy it....... Please speak to Karen (Club Secretary) for more details. Karen is normally at the pool on Tues, Wed and Sunday Evenings.
[Posted: 30/03/2013]
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Lost goggles
I have a pair of goggles that were left behind at hutton moor on Saturday where the Backwell swimmers were sitting. If you think they are yours please see Karen at the pool on Tues, Wed or Thurs evening this week.
[Posted: 25/03/2013]
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Weston Novice Gala
Well done to everyone who took part in the novice gala at hutton moor last night. As a club we got quite a good haul of medals and some good PB's. It was great to see so many swimmers taking part for the first time. Hopeully this may be the first of many. Click the link for the results.
[Posted: 24/03/2013]
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Cotswold Momentum Maintained
Our impressive start to the Cotswold League this year was maintained last night at Backwell with another impressive points haul. There were some really excellent swims and moments of praise from the coaches. The only downside to the evening was that Naomi managed to lose her wedding rings so please keep an eye out both in the pool and the changing room today. Final scores: Cheddar 98, Brockworth 118, Burnham 138, Backwell 163
[Posted: 18/03/2013]
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Cotswold League Teams for March and April
Hot on the heels of Saturday's gala at Clevedon the squads for the Cotswold galas at Backwell on 16th March and Lydney on 6th April have been released. Please follow the link as usual and tick the boxes on the noticeboard.
[Posted: 25/02/2013]
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Marvellous Cotswold Night at Clevedon
The 2013 Cotswold League finally got underway last night with a stunning performance in the pool. The girls in particular were in a class of their own, winning 23 of their 26 races! Detailed results are available in the Results and PB section via the link. Congratulations to all. Final scores (unoffical) Backwell 174, Cwmbran 143, Severnside Tritons 98, Bridgwater 93.
[Posted: 24/02/2013]
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City of Bristol SC Secure New Head Coach
Please follow the link for exciting news of the appointment of Jon Randall from Exeter City Swimming Club as the new head coach at City of Bristol.
[Posted: 22/02/2013]
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Bryanston School, Residential Swimming Course
This will take place between 11th - 17th August 2013 at Bryanston School in Blandford Forum, Dorest.
For details please look in Events Information
[Posted: 19/02/2013]
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A Question from Rich for Squad Swimmers
Track Start or Grab Start, which is better?
[Posted: 03/02/2013]
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Close Run Four Seasons Winter Gala at Backwell
In a very close Four Seasons gala, Backwell just missed out against a strong Henleaze side. Our younger swimmers performed exceptionally strongly and the whole team can be very proud, particularly those eight swimmers for whom this was their first gala experience.
The gala was suberbly organised and managed so thanks to all who helped beforehand and on the night.
Final result Henleaze 199, Backwell 189, Burnham 162, Bishopsworth 107, Clevedon 101
[Posted: 26/01/2013]
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Junior Squad and Senior Squad Swimmers!
Message from Rich:
Please make sure that you know your PBs for 50m and 100m in all strokes. If you are not already aware, your PBs are on this web site via the Popular Links on the right hand side of the home page, or on the notice board at the club.
[Posted: 23/01/2013]
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Cotswold League Round 2
The team for the second round of the Cotswold League at Clevedon on 23rd February is now in the events information pages and on the noticeboard at the pool. Please confirm if you can swim by Sunday 17th February.
[Posted: 23/01/2013]
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Cotswold League Gala Update
The Cotswold League gala at Lydney on Saturday has been POSTPONED because of the poor travelling conditions. A new date will be provided as soon as one can be agreed.
[Posted: 18/01/2013]
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Two New L3 Open Meets Advertised
The events calendar and events information area of the web site have been updated with the details of the Three Towers L3 Long Course Open Meet at Millfield on 6th/7th April and the Southwold Short Course L3 Open Meet at Hutton Moor on 25th/26th May. Entry forms for Three Towers to be back by Sunday 27th January and for Southwold by Sunday 17th February please.
[Posted: 16/01/2013]
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Qualifiers for the 2013 Somerset County Championships
An updated list of the 41 swimmers who have qualified so far for the 2013 Somerset County Championships has been published in the Event Information section. Please return the forms that have been e-mailed to all qualifiers by Sunday 20th January if you would like to swim. If you are not shown on the list but believe that you have a qualifying time, or you have not received an e-mailed form please let your coach know.
[Posted: 15/01/2013]
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Head Coach Update
The latest update on the arrangements for the Head Coach role has been released by the committee into the Members' Documents area. Please follow the link above.
[Posted: 05/01/2013]
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Coaching Arrangements
The latest news regarding the coaching arrangements within the club has been released by the committee and is available in a statement in the Members' area. Please follow the link above.
[Posted: 21/12/2012]
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Club Championship Photographs
The photographs from the club championships are now available to download from the JB Photos web site. Full details of the web address and costs are in the Members Events Information area.
[Posted: 19/12/2012]
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Back to Winning Ways
In an exciting double gala at Horfield, Backwell got back to winning ways on Saturday in the final round of the Arena League. The results and new PB's are in the members area and show some fantastic swims which saw us home by 10 points from Severnside Tritons. Congratulations to all who took part. Final scores: Backwell 138, Severnside Tritons 128, Cwmbran 122, North Dorset Turbos 99
[Posted: 09/12/2012]
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Club Championships Results
The results of each event from the club championships are in the Members' area on the web site together with updated club/championship records and PB's. The final results for swimmers in levels 7-9 showing the overall champions are also listed. Trophies will be presented at the annual presentation evening on Friday 11th January.
[Posted: 26/11/2012]
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Club Jackets and Polo Shirts
New club jackets and polo shirts will be on show at the Sunday sessions of the club championships and available to try for size. If you would like to place an order please download an order form from the link.
[Posted: 18/11/2012]
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Somerset ASA County Championships
The Qualifying Times for the 2013 Somerset County Championships have been published and are available via the link. Once we have received the official documents from SASA we will contact all swimmers who qualify however in the meantime please check to see if you have a fast enough time.
[Posted: 29/10/2012]
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Spectacular Victory at Four Seasons.
In a fitting send off for Linzi, Backwell's Four Seasons swimmers put on a magnificent display at Easton Leisure Centre last night with a 32 point victory over Henleaze. Whilst not quite having the same drama as last year's one point winning margin it was every bit as satisfying and represented a fantastic team performance with some incredible individual swims. Lots of personal bests were set and three club records broken too. Linzi led the victory jump into the pool; it was either that or be thrown in!
Congratulations to all swimmers and thanks to Sue, Toni, Anne and Naomi for the superb management of the team. It was the perfect gala night.
Final scores: Backwell 209, Henleaze 177, Burnham 156, Bishopsworth 132, Clevedon 78
[Posted: 28/10/2012]
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Update on Coaching Arrangements
The temporary coaching arrangements that were put into place two weeks ago are to remain in effect until the end of October. There is more detail on this in the latest article in the Chairman's blog.
[Posted: 10/10/2012]
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Club Captain Update
Many of you will have realised that the club is currently short of a boys' team captain. We are delighted to announce that Alex Gay has accepted an offer from the committee to take on this role and join girls' team captain, Katie O'Malley, in leading the club through the forthcoming series of National League galas. Pass on your congratulations to Alex when you see him.
[Posted: 05/10/2012]
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Temporary Change to Coaching Arrangements
There is a new article in the chairman's blog containing some news of a temporary coaching change.
[Posted: 26/09/2012]
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Masters' Congratulations
Congratulations to Naomi Main and Simon Emery who won their overall competitions in the Somerset ASA Masters Championships at Horfield Leisure Centre on Saturday. This is a fantastic achievement, particularly for Simon as this is the third year in a row that he has won this competition. There are rumours that photographs exist for this event and these will be posted as soon as they are available.
[Posted: 11/09/2012]
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2012/13 Membership Forms and Fees
Membership forms for the new season are now out. Please see Sue Mennie or Ann Touboulic for your pack of forms. This has been a mammoth task to complete so if you find any mistakes simply make corrections on the forms and return them to Ann. The new membership fees are published in the Downloads section; follow the link.
[Posted: 18/08/2012]
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More Success at Regional Level
Backwell's name was in the lights again yesterday at the Regional Sprint Championships in Gloucester. The event consisted of a 50m sprint in each stroke plus a 100m IM. Katie repeated her excellent performance in Plymouth and won her overall event. Richard came an excellent 9th and Bjorn an impressive 16th. There were at least 7 PBs between the three of them. The full results can be found via the link to the ASA's web site. Congratulations to all three of you!
[Posted: 01/07/2012]
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Close Finish in the Four Seasons at Clevedon
It was another very close finish again between Backwell and Henleaze in the Four Seasons gala at Clevedon on Saturday. Sadly on this occasion we missed out on first place by five points but it was a really great team performance. Final totals were Henleaze 184, Backwell 179, Burnham 154, Clevedon 124, Bishopsworth 110. The individual results are available via the link. Well done to all.
[Posted: 10/06/2012]
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Cotswold Final
Well done to all swimmers for bringing home the runners up trophy in the Cotswold final at Hutton Moor. Five club records were broken during the evening! Final scores were Cheltenham 327, Backwell 296, Cirencester 242, Wellington 226, Bishopsworth 221, Cinderford 203, Norton Radstock 197 and Cwmbran 152. Click link for full results.
[Posted: 19/05/2012]
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South West Regional Championships
Some fantastic news from the South West Regional Championships in Plymouth over the weekend. Congratulations to Katie for winning gold in the 50m backstroke.
[Posted: 06/05/2012]
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Fundraising - Waitrose Green Tokens
Start collecting/stockpiling your Green Tokens from Waitrose! At a date to be advised Waitrose Nailsea will be supporting our club you will be able to donate your tokens there. Until we are advised of the date please feel free to hand tokens from any Waitrose branch to a Commitee Member at any time. Or just start stockpiling yourself.
[Posted: 24/04/2012]
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Backwell win again!
Backwell secure another victory in Round 4 of the Cotswold League with 26 first places in the 52 events. Final scores Backwell 165, Lydney 129, Bristol Penguins 114 and Clevedon 108. Click to see full results.
[Posted: 22/04/2012]
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Landmark in the Four Seasons
For the first time in the history of the Four Seasons galas, Backwell's name appears at the top of the results sheet following a truly amazing gala at Easton last night. If ever there was proof that every point counts and you should never give up then this is it. The whole club is immensely proud of each and every swimmer who took part as well as those that supported. Follow the link for individual results and PBs. Final result: Backwell 202, Henleaze 201, Burnham 151, Bishopsworth 119, Clevedon 82.
[Posted: 01/04/2012]
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Backwell win again
Congratulations to all swimmers for taking top spot in Round 3 of the Cotwolds League. Final scores Backwell 142, Bishopsworth 129, Cinderford 124, Cwmbran 122
[Posted: 25/03/2012]
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Outstanding performances at Weston Novice Gala
Backwell swimmers put in some amazing performances at the Weston Novice Gala at Hutton Moor. Across 44 events they managed to win 22 gold, 11 silver and 10 bronze medals. Congratulations to all swimmers but especially those competing in their very first gala. Click link for full results and updated PB sheet.
[Posted: 18/03/2012]
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Amazing swims win Backwell the Cotswold League 2011 title
Well done to all swimmers. Final Results Backwell 308, Cheltenham 294, Cirencester 272, Bishopsworth 225, Wellington and Bristol North 214, Burnham 145. Click title Backwell's for results by event.
[Posted: 14/05/2011]
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See our press cuttings page. YOU may be there!
See your achievements highlighted in the local press. Click title and select "ABOUT US" tab
[Posted: 10/04/2011]
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Photos for use on the website
If anyone has any good photos of our swimmers which they are happy to be displayed on the website (no names will be shown) please email them to the Webmaster (link at the bottom of each website page). Pages have been built using the only photos that are to hand but it would be better to include a wider range of swimmers and events.
[Posted: 21/03/2011]
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