{"id":44987,"date":"2026-05-01T13:57:01","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T03:57:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/?post_type=article&p=44987"},"modified":"2026-05-01T13:57:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T03:57:01","slug":"sporting-achievements-22","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/article\/sporting-achievements-22\/","title":{"rendered":"Sporting Achievements"},"content":{"rendered":"

National Swimming \u2013 Madison Chantler\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Madison Chantler (Year 11) spent the recent break competing on the Gold Coast at both the Australian Open Championships and the Australian Age Championships, representing MLC School with determination and pride.<\/p>\n

At the Australian Open Championships, Madison achieved strong results against open-age competition, because of these impressive performances, Madison has achieved qualifying times for the Australian Swimming Trials, to be held in Sydney this June.<\/p>\n

We congratulate Madison on her outstanding achievements and wish her every success at the upcoming trials.<\/p>\n

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Ashley Clapham\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ashley (Year 8) enjoyed an outstanding and action-packed holiday period, excelling across both water polo and swimming.<\/p>\n

She was selected in the U14A Gold Division team for UNSW Wests and travelled to Brisbane to compete at the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships. Ashley and her team delivered a strong performance, finishing the tournament with a well-earned bronze medal.<\/p>\n

Not slowing down, Ashley then represented MLC Marlins at the Australian Age Swimming Championships on the Gold Coast, where she competed in the 13 Years 50m Butterfly event.<\/p>\n

Congratulations to Ashley on her impressive achievements across two demanding sports an excellent reflection of her dedication and versatility.<\/p>\n

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Zoe Pollard and Eve Ireland<\/strong><\/p>\n

Zoe Pollard (Year 12) and Eve Ireland (Year 12) both competed at the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships (AYC), held in Brisbane over the holidays.<\/p>\n

AYC is Australia\u2019s premier annual representative and club water polo competition, bringing together top young athletes.<\/p>\n

Representing their clubs, University of Sydney and Balmain Tigers, Both Zoe and Eve competed in the Under 18s division against 12 teams from around Australia and South Africa. Zoe and her teammates were undefeated as they progressed through the tournament and advanced to the gold medal match on Sunday.<\/p>\n

After a thrilling final, the team secured the Silver Medal, an outstanding achievement. Congratulations Zoe!<\/p>\n

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Eve Parker, Sophie Winnall, Eliza Kershaw MacDonald\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

A big congratulations to Eve Parker (Year 12), Sophie Winnall (Year 12) and Eliza Kershaw MacDonald (Year 12) on their selection to represent NSW at the Junior Pathways Regatta held at the Sydney International Regatta Centre.<\/p>\n

The athletes began their campaign training out of the Sydney University boatshed alongside other selected scullers from across the state, forming competitive quads in preparation for the event.<\/p>\n

They went on to race in the Interstate Regatta, delivering outstanding performances. Eve and Sophie secured an impressive 3rd place in an exceptionally tight finish, while Eliza achieved a strong and well\u2011earned 7th place in her event.<\/p>\n

A fantastic achievement for all three athletes.<\/p>\n

Click on gallery to view full images<\/em><\/p>\n