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Jonelle Seeley

Edmonton, December 11–14, 2025 – JP Fiset We had a great showing at the JP Fiset(Edmonton) this past weekend. Loads of best times, second swims both A and B finals and some top place finishes! The team support and vibes on deck were a 10/10 and it was such a great way to end the first block of work and racing for this swim season. We had great showings on both sides of the country! The swim of the meet goes to Leo Yonkman. Leo had many standout swims this...

Jonelle Seeley

Calgary, December 13–14, 2025 – AMAC had a phenomenal showing at the UCSC Holiday Classic meet! Even without a group all feeling 100%, the team cheered each other on and kept the mindset of giving each race their all. Heart and Hustle award goes to Austin Seeley! This award was chosen specifically for his Sunday swims. After just barely missing a medal on Saturday, Austin was hungry to do better and really brought his A-Game to his events on Sunday. From prelims to finals Austin was able to make necessary...

Jonelle Seeley

Toronto, December 11–14, 2025 – The Ontario Junior International swim meet brought together some of the country’s top young athletes, and Alberta Marlin Aquatic Club’s Rowynn Biffart (17) made a powerful impression with record-breaking performances across multiple events. Heart & Hustle: Rowynn had a packed schedule this last weekend and had many efforts close together. At finals Saturday night, she had the 50 free final back to back with the 200 fly final. Rowynn was able to win both finals and dropped a bombshell in the 200 fly going from...

Jonelle Seeley

Medicine Hat – November 14-16, 2025 - AMAC Fall Invitational The Alberta Marlin Aquatic Club (AMAC) proudly hosted its annual Fall Invitational at the Big Marble Go Centre this past weekend, drawing 50 AMAC swimmers to the pool. Competing against eight visiting clubs, AMAC athletes delivered a remarkable series of performances, achieving numerous personal bests, setting new club records, and showcasing excellence across all age categories. Heart + Hustle/Swim Of The Meet We had so many great swims this weekend that we had a hard time picking just one award...

Jonelle Seeley

Calgary, AB – November 8-9, 2025 - The Alberta Marlin Aquatic Club (AMAC) kicked off the first Provincial Series meet of the season with a strong showing at the CASC Speed Meet, held November 8–9 at the YMCA Seaton in Calgary. Twelve AMAC athletes represented the club, joining swimmers from 17 clubs across Alberta. The two-day meet marked an exciting return to high level racing, with AMAC swimmers diving into fierce competition and showcasing their early season form. From sprints to distance events, the team demonstrated determination, sportsmanship, and steady...

Jonelle Seeley

Toronto, ON October 23-25, 2025 - Local swimmer Rowynn Biffart made waves this past weekend as she competed at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Toronto, representing Alberta and the Alberta Marlin Aquatic Club on the global stage. Held at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre from October 23–25, the event welcomed over 350 elite swimmers from around the world, including Olympic hopefuls and world record holders. Biffart’s participation marked a proud moment for the Alberta Marlin Aquatic Cub and Medicine Hat’s swimming community, showcasing the talent and dedication...

Jonelle Seeley

Lethbridge AB, October 24-27, 2025 - The Alberta Marlin Aquatic Club (AMAC) made a strong showing at the 2025 Friesen Plastics Fall Challenge this past weekend, sending a team of 36 swimmers to compete at the Lethbridge event. The meet drew clubs from across southern Alberta, offering athletes a chance to test their early-season form and build momentum for the winter competition cycle. AMAC’s swimmers ranged from seasoned competitors to rising talents, each contributing to a weekend filled with personal bests, top finishes, and team spirit. The Friesen Plastics Fall...

Tara McWilliams

June Records and Qualifying Standards Rixtonn Biffart (10) 11 YO 50 Free Festival SC 11 YO 100 Free Festival SC 11 YO 50 Back Festival SC 11 YO 50 Breast Festival SC 12 YO 100 IM Festival SC Caleb Martin (10) 11 YO 400 Free Festival SC Dain Burnell (12) 12 YO 200 BackFestival SC Isabela Josey (11) 11 YO 100 IM Festival SC 12 YO 200 Breaststroke Festival LC 13&U 200 Breaststroke Provincial Trials LC Marsha Van Der Merwe (10) 10 YO 100 IM Festival SC Olivia Liebenberg (12)...

Tara McWilliams

EVENT: Swim Alberta Summer Provincial Trials DATES: June 27-29th LOCATION: Medicine Hat, Alberta # of teams: 32 # of AMAC swimmers racing: 14 AMAC qualified swimmers Next meet: EKI in Edmonton on July 3rd, 2025 Coaches Shout Out: (will add once it has been announced) Nayla Berg (13) 4 new best times 18th 100 backstroke prelim 2nd 50 breaststroke prelim 7th 50 breaststroke final 12th 200 backstroke prelim 10th 100 breaststroke prelim 6th 200 breaststroke prelim 4th 200 breaststroke final 22nd 50 backstroke prelim 12th 200 freestyle RELAY 7th 200...

Tara McWilliams

EVENT: Swim Alberta Summer Festivals DATES: June 13-15th, 2025 LOCATION: Lethbridge, Alberta # of teams: 31 teams # of AMAC swimmers racing: 8 Next meet: Summer Provincial Trials A HUGE congratulations to the eight AMAC swimmers who competed in Lethbridge over the weekend against the top AB swimmers in their age groups! The positivity on deck was contagious between the AMAC athletes and our races only seemed to get better as the weekend went on! As a coach, I am beyond proud of how the kids represented our club both...