Incredible 2nd Place Finish for Team Sandwell in National Arena League Round One!

Sandwell Aquatics Club made a spectacular start to the National Arena League campaign, securing a remarkable 2nd place finish in Round One on 10th October 2026!

In an exciting and closely fought afternoon of racing, Team Sandwell racked up an impressive 284 points, missing out on the top spot by just three points. Every single swimmer brought their best effort to the pool, cheering each other on and embodying the true spirit of #TeamSandwell.

Round One Leaderboard & Final Standings

Here is how the teams finished at the end of Round One:

A Massive Team Effort

An incredible result like this doesn’t happen without a total team effort across the entire club:

• Our Swimmers: Thank you for giving 100% in every race, supporting your teammates from the poolside, and showing fantastic sportsmanship.
• Our Coaching Team: A huge thank you to our dedicated coaches for their tireless hard work, guidance, and preparation leading up to the gala.
• Our Volunteers: Thank you to everyone who gave up their time to help run the gala and make the afternoon possible.
• Our Parents & Supporters: Thank you for your endless commitment, encouragement, and loud cheering from the gallery!

Looking Ahead to Round Two

We are carrying huge momentum into the next fixture. Mark your calendars for Round Two on 14th November, where Team Sandwell will be back in action to build on this fantastic performance!

Well done to everyone involved — let’s keep working hard and pushing forward! 💪🔥

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