The winter sports season is officially in full swing, and the Davitt College Swim Team has thrown down a massive marker on the provincial stage.

This past weekend, our elite school swim panel traveled to Longford to fly the flag at the highly anticipated Connacht Schools Swimming Championships. Facing off against the fastest junior and intermediate lane swimmers in the West, our squad delivered a fantastic series of technical performances under immense competitive pressure.

A Tradition of Excellence in the Lanes

This weekend’s superb showing comes as no surprise to anyone tracking the growth of swimming within our sports department. It builds directly on the brilliant foundations laid back on 16 January 2024, when our core team of Alannah Curley, Saoirse McCaffrey, Clara Kelly, Charlotte Langan, and Ruby Rennick put on a masterclass of diving form, turn mechanics, and sprint pacing at the same Longford venue.

That stellar momentum carried straight into the Connacht Schools Swimming Gala on 3 February 2025, where the panel—joined by Jack Rice—pushed their personal best times even lower, proving that consistent hours in the pool yield elite results.

Pride in the Crest

Competing at this level demands a grueling training schedule, flawless breathing technique, and incredible explosive power off the blocks. Every single member of the squad represented the school crest with absolute distinction, showing great camaraderie and elite competitive focus throughout the weekend gala.

The management, staff, and student body of Davitt College extend a massive congratulations to the entire swim panel on another highly successful provincial campaign. You have done your school and your coaches proud!