Sandwell Aquatics Club

2025 Sandwell Trident Open Meet
2025-10-04 09:00 - 2025-10-05 18:00 (Europe/London)
The SA Trident Open Meet is one of the standout highlights of the club’s annual calendar. Swimmers of all ages, from the youngest beginners to the most experienced competitors, come together to compete in a friendly and supportive environment.

This event provides an excellent opportunity for participants to gain valuable experience by testing their skills across a wide range of swimming events. Beyond the races themselves, the meet creates an exciting atmosphere filled with the thrill of competition and camaraderie.

It plays an important role in fostering a strong sense of club spirit while offering each swimmer meaningful chances for personal growth, development, and achievement throughout the day.

Spectators

Entry fee: £6 for a session or £10 for the day. Spectators will be allowed on the balcony from 7:45.

Food and drinks: Esquire Coffee Shop is inside the Centre, with several small shops just a short stroll away.

Meet PackSeating PlanEvent Day Logistics

Trident 2025 – Meet Entry Pack

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revised seating plan TOM 25.xlsx – amended seating area

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Withdrawals

– For session 17 pm on Friday, 3rd October– For session 21 pm on Saturday, 4th October:– For Session 3:7:45 am on Sunday, 5th October– For session 41 pm on Sunday, 5th October

Car park

We have a section allocated to us for the event with limited spaces- 70. Passes will be issued to officials, and each club will receive one additional pass.

IMPORTANT :- Spectators, team managers, and other volunteers will be redirected to the nearby Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre. Address: Broomfield, Smethwick B67 7DH

The Sandwell Aquatics Centre is a 15-minute walk from the Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre.

To prevent traffic congestion around the centre, we encourage parents with swimmers aged over 14 to drive directly to the Harry Mitchell Centre and then walk to the Sandwell Aquatics Centre.

There is also a possibility for some off-street parking areas.

Officials/ coaches/ team managers/ volunteers

Please use the side entry to access the pool. There will be breakfast, lunch, and some light refreshments served throughout the day.

Swimmers

NOTE : SA swimmers can also enter via the side entry.Please pack a healthy lunch and snacks, plus plenty of water, but NO NUTS or nut products – You are allowed to use their phones and tablets on poolside/ balcony, but photography and video recording are strictly prohibited.

Please remember that appropriate footwear is required for those seated on the balcony. Additionally, we kindly request that all swimmers bring a towel with them when coming down to poolside.

Live Results

A QR code will be provided for you to scan and view the Live results. You can also use the link below

Live Results

Photography

Matt Davenport will be on site over the weekend. A link to the photographs with a password will be provided to each club after the event.

Swim Shop

Sporty Swim will be on site on both days.

Volunteers/Officials Sign-up

Officials

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Event Organiser Details

Sandwell Aquatics Club

openmeets@sandwellaquatics.org

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National Arena Swimming League - Round 1
2025-10-11 17:30 - 20:00 | The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Centre, Bruce Williams Way, Rugby, CV22 5LJ
West Midlands Round 1 Draw – 2025 (11th Oct)

This weekend sees the first gala of the West Midlands Arena League season. Clubs from across the region will compete under the Arena League format, with each team aiming to score in individual and relay events to accumulate points toward the league standings. The published draw lays out heats, lanes, and the order of events. – https://www.nationalswimmingleague.org.uk/drawsresultswm/west-midlands-round-1-draw-2025-11th-oct/

Key Features & Highlights

Opportunities for surprises

In early rounds, swimmers who are in good shape can upset the expected order. The draw layout gives chances for deeper squads to challenge for places.

Full slate of individual & relay events

The draw confirms a broad programme — from the sprint distances through to middle distance, across all age categories. Relays will play a pivotal role, often swinging the result in a tight gala.

Tactical depth matters

Given the structure, clubs that have strong swimmers across multiple disciplines (not just one or two stars) will be better positioned to rack up more points.

Early momentum

Being Round 1, teams will be keen to set a high benchmark, both to gain confidence and to put pressure on rivals in later rounds.
