Two of Somerset West Primary School’s elite swimmers rocked the Cape Town Aquatics A Championships, which was held at the University of the Western Cape on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 November.
After monumental efforts, the avid water babies and top swimmers earned podium-place finishes.
“I was so nervous on the day of the competition but when I am anxious, I perform better,” said 11-year-old Zaraah Meyer.
Meyer and fellow Summies learner, 12-year-old Ethan Wenn, brought the Helderberg heat to the championships with stellar performances at the swimming gala. Meyer finished third in the under-11 girls’ 50 m breaststroke event, with Wenn managing to match his fellow Summies’ energy by clinching first place in the under-12 boys’ 200 m breaststroke and second place in the 50 m breaststroke event.
He did not stop at the breaststroke event, though as the Grade 6 learner finished first in the 100 m freestyle and third in the 50 m freestyle event.
“It felt so nice finishing first,” said Wenn.
The young swimming talents have been fuelling their passion for swimming since they were babies. “I love making a splash in the pool; it is so much fun,” said Meyer.
Wenn added: “I always just wanted to be in the water.”
Wenn only started competing in swimming galas a year ago after seeing his older brother win medals. Compared to him, Meyer is practically a veteran.
The Grade 5 learner has been competing in swimming competitions since she started primary school.
The two swimmers will be looking to make an even bigger splash at the South African National Swimming Championships next year, as their podium place finishes secured their entry into the prestigious gala.
