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SAA Kidsport Swimathon Fundraiser - Results!

A huge thank you to everyone who came to participate and support the SAA Kidsport Swimathon Fundraiser.

The event raised $2046.30 for Kidsport's Richmond Chapter.  

Special thank you to Jimmy Chong, Colin McKay and my parents for pledging me.

In the end I swam 1000m and helped some of the club members perfect their flip turns during the 30 minute time.  

After the swim, I managed to get the winning bid on a hotel stay and a Nike running shirt in the silent auction.  

Looking forward to next year and the 2nd Annual SAA Kidsport Swimathon Fundraiser.

Here is a link to a story about the event.


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