The Firebirds swim team wrapped up their short course yards (SCY) season in spectacular fashion, finishing their final meet with a wave of success and team spirit that will be remembered for years to come.

The team achieved an impressive 48% improvement rate across all swimmers, a testament to their dedication, discipline, and determination in the water. Notably, 100% of the 13 & over swimmers qualified for finals, showcasing the depth of talent and hard work among the older athletes on the squad.

Adding to the excitement, several team records were shattered and made during the meet. 

Congratulations to our athletes who set the following records:

9-10 Girls:

- 25 Butterfly: Amaya Durandis (32.45)

- 50 Backststroke: Amaya Durandis (59.77)

- 100 Backstroke: Amaya Durandis (2:09.47)

- 50 Breaststroke: Taylor McFarlane (1:02.46)

- 50 Freestyle: Aubrey Linen (55.41)

- 100 Freestyle: Aubrey Linen (2:03.57)

11 - 12 Boys and Girls

- 100 Butterfly (girls): Lydia Bloomfield (1:31.06)

- 100 Butterfly (boys): Asa Bloomfield (1:29.68)

- 100 Backstroke (girls): Lydia Bloomfield (1:25.78)

- 100 Backstroke (boys): Asa Bloomfield (1:23.31)

- 200 Backstroke (girls): Lydia Bloomfield (3:04.39)

- 100 Breaststroke (girls): Lydia Bloomfield (1:35.29)

- 100 Breaststroke (boys): Asa Bloomfield (1:26.04)

- 200 Breaststroke (boys): Asa Bloomfield (3:16.95)

- 50 Freestyle (girls): Lydia Bloomfield (32.03)

- 50 Freestyle (boys): Asa Bloomfield (30.0)

- 100 Freestyle (girls): Lydia Bloomfield (1:14.31)

- 100 Freestyle (boys): Asa Bloomfield (1:09.37)

13 - 14 Men / Women

- 50 Backstroke (Women): Zoe Ampy (1:05.17)

- 50 Breaststroke (Women): Zoe Ampy (1:13.89)

- 50 Breaststroke (Men): Dallas Smith (45.11)

- 200 Breaststroke (Women): Amia Byrd (3:17.45)

- 50 Freestyle (Women): Amia Byrd (34.87)

- 100 Freestyle (Women): Amia Byrd (1:16.54)

- 100 Freestyle (Men): Dallas Smith (1:16.14)

- 200 Freestyle (Women): Amia Byrd (2:49.00)

- 200 IM (Men): Dallas Smith (3:35.82)

17 - 18 Men

100 Freestyle: Judah Hall (46.91)

1000 Freestyle: Judah Hall (10:38.36)

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These record-breaking swims highlighted individual brilliance while also inspiring teammates to push their limits and aim higher in future seasons.

The coaching staff could not be prouder of the swimmers’ efforts and accomplishments. They look forward to watching their athletes push themselves to new hights and better times in the seasons to come.

As the Short Course season concludes, the Firebirds will take time to reflect on their achievements, recharge, and gear up for the challenges and opportunities of the upcoming long course season.

Congratulations to the Firebird swimmers, coaches, and supporters for an extraordinary season! RISE UP!!!