Kurnell Competition Round 7 Report: Making Waves Despite Rough Seas!
Location: Kurnell
Date: 7th July 2024
Host: Port Hacking Penguins
G’day, diving enthusiasts! The 7th round of the Kurnell Alliman, hosted by the dynamic Port Hacking Penguins, was an event to remember. Despite the challenging weather conditions with rough seas and varying visibility, the spirit of competition and camaraderie shone bright. A hearty cheer for the 31 divers who braved the elements to compete! It was heartening to see a diverse group, including female competitors and fresh junior faces, dive into the challenge.
**Individual Glory:**
- 1st Place: Warren Carter (PHP) – A stellar performance!
- 2nd Place: Gary Baxter (PHP) – Close on Warren’s heels.
- 3rd Place: George Manolias (SSD) – A commendable effort.
**Club Triumph:**
- 1st Place: North Shore
- 2nd Place: Sans Souci
- 3rd Place: Port Hacking
A round of applause and gratitude to the following stars who made the event seamless and enjoyable:
- Gary Baxter: For doing the role call and providing the essential weather update.
- Dave Greig: For organising the hot dogs and assisting with the weigh-in – a true multitasker!
- Simon Trippe, Pat Mullins, and Daniel Coelho: For their invaluable help with the weigh-in.
- Ryan O’Gorman: For setting up the ring – the backbone of the event’s setup.
Apologies if we missed anyone, but your efforts are much appreciated!
Despite the weather’s best attempts to dampen our spirits, the day was a resounding success.
It was fantastic to see so many sign on and participate, showcasing the vibrant and resilient diving community. A huge thank you to everyone who attended, competed, and contributed to making this competition memorable. Here’s to many more such adventures and may the seas be ever in our favour!
Stay tuned for the next round, and until then, dive safe and dive happy!
Report by Pat Ireland Sports Secretary SMZ USFA
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